Updated 6 August 2026·14 chapters

Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science — Syllabus 2026-27

Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science syllabus for 2026-27: all 14 chapters, with the topics in each. Follows the MSBSHSE syllabus.

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The Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science course for 2026-27 has 14 chapters. Chapters with a topic breakdown link to their own syllabus page.

Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science — Chapter List

#	Chapter	Topics
1	Historiography : Development in the West	Meaning and Nature of Historiography · Tradition of Historiography and Ancient Sources · Modern Historiography and Its Four Features
2	Historiography : Indian Tradition	Ancient Tradition of Indian Historiography · Medieval Indian Historiography · Modern Period and Archaeological Research
3	Applied History	Meaning and Importance of Applied History · Applied History in Different Fields · Cultural Heritage and Natural Heritage
4	History of Indian Arts	Meaning of Art and Types of Art · Folk Art and Classical Art · Painting Traditions in India
5	Mass Media and History	Meaning of Mass Media · History of Newspapers in India · Newspapers and Social Awareness
6	Entertainment and History	Need and Types of Entertainment · Folk Theatre: Kathputali, Dashavatara, Bhajan, Keertan, Lalit, Bharud, Tamasha, Powada · Marathi Theatre
7	Sports and History	Importance of Sports · Types of Sports · Ancient Sports and Greek Contribution
8	Tourism and History	Tourism in the Past · Types of Tourism · Development of Tourism
9	Heritage Management	Sources of History: Conservation and Preservation · Famous Museums · Libraries and Archives
10	Working of the Constitution	Democracy · Right to Information and Rights-Based Approach · Social Justice and Equality
11	The Electoral Process	Importance of Elections and Representation · Election Commission of India · Functions of the Election Commission
12	Political Parties	Meaning and Features of Political Parties · Changing Nature of the Party System in India · Recognition of National and Regional Parties
13	Social and Political Movements	Meaning and Features of a Movement · Tribal Movement · Farmers Movement
14	Challenges faced by Indian Democracy	Nature of democracy and global challenges · Challenges before Indian democracy · Steps to make democracy successful

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This page has syllabus for 14 chapters of Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science for the board exams 2027. Each chapter links to its own page with the full set.

How should I prepare for Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science board exams?

Go through the syllabus first, then work chapter by chapter: learn the ideas, practise questions, and revise with notes and flashcards. Leave time at the end to revise every chapter once more under timed conditions.

Has the Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science syllabus changed for 2026-27?

This page lists the chapters in the current Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science course. Boards revise syllabi from time to time, so check the board's official website for the latest notified syllabus.

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