Updated 6 August 2026·16 chapters

Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science — Syllabus 2026-27

Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science syllabus for 2026-27: all 16 chapters, with the topics in each. Follows the MSBSHSE syllabus.

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The Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science course for 2026-27 has 16 chapters. Chapters with a topic breakdown link to their own syllabus page.

Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science — Chapter List

#	Chapter	Topics
1	Sources of History	Written Sources · Material Sources · Oral Sources
2	India : Events after 1960	The 1960s - Foundation Years · The 1970s - War, Emergency, and Political Changes · The 1980s - New Challenges and Terrorism
3	India’s Internal Challenges	The Unrest in Punjab · Issues concerning North-east India · Naxalism
4	Economic Development	Mixed Economy Model · Five Year Plans (1951-2002) · Nationalization of Banks
5	Education	Literacy Challenges and Progress · Primary Education Initiatives · Secondary Education Reforms
6	Empowerment of Women and other Weaker Sections	Women's Participation in Post-Independence India · Major Women's Movements · International Women's Year and Organizations
7	Science and Technology	Indian Atomic Energy Commission and Nuclear Development · Nuclear Tests · Missile Development Program
8	Industry and Trade	Post-Independence Industrial Development · Major Industries in India · Khadi and Village Industries
9	Changing Life : 1	Constitutional Changes and Social Reform · Changes in Family Structure · Social Welfare Programs
10	Changing Life : 2	Language Changes in India · Sports Revolution · Theatre and Films Transformation
11	Post World War Political Developments	International System and Features · World Wars and Their Impact · Cold War (1945-1991)
12	India’s Foreign Policy	Foreign Policy - Meaning and Importance · National Interest · Factors Influencing Foreign Policy
13	India’s Defence System	National Security - Concept and Importance · India's Defence Forces Structure · Paramilitary Forces and Their Functions
14	The United Nations	Background and Formation of the United Nations · Objectives and Principles of the United Nations · Structure of the United Nations - Six Main Organs
15	India and Other Countries	India's Position and Neighboring Countries · India-Pakistan Relations · India-China Relations
16	International Problems	Human Rights · Environmental Problems · Terrorism

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Where can I find Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science Syllabus?

This page has syllabus for 16 chapters of Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science for the 2026-27 session. Each chapter links to its own page with the full set.

How should I prepare for Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science 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 9 History and Political Science syllabus changed for 2026-27?

This page lists the chapters in the current Maharashtra Board Class 9 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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