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Applied History — Syllabus

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · History and Political Science

What Applied History covers in Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Applied History

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1. Meaning and Importance of Applied History

  • Applied History focuses on applying history for the benefit of people in contemporary and future times.
  • Applied History is also known as Public History.
  • Public History helps overcome the idea that history has no practical or economic use.
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2. Applied History in Different Fields

  • History supports research in many fields because every field has its own historical development.
  • History of philosophy helps in understanding the origin of ideologies and the development of philosophical thought.
  • Language is important for philosophy because philosophical expression depends on language.
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3. Cultural Heritage and Natural Heritage

  • Heritage means the visible and invisible relics of the past that remain in the present.
  • Heritage helps build identity and connects people with their origin.
  • Cultural heritage is of two types: tangible and intangible.
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4. Oral and Intangible Heritage of India

  • Kootiyattam is Indian Oral and Intangible Heritage from 2001.
  • Vedic Chanting is Indian Oral and Intangible Heritage from 2003.
  • Ramlila is Indian Oral and Intangible Heritage from 2005 and is associated with North India.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Applied History as the use of history for present and future benefit

Public HistoryUses of historyPresent and future valueCultural and Natural HeritageHeritage conservationMuseums and archivesUNESCO and World HeritagePeople’s participation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Applied History for Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science?
Key topics in Applied History include Meaning and Importance of Applied History, Applied History in Different Fields, Cultural Heritage and Natural Heritage, Oral and Intangible Heritage of India. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Applied History for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 42 practice questions on Applied History. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.

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