Class 10 SST Project on Social Issues

Social Issues Project

As part of the CBSE 2026-27 Syllabus, students are required to prepare and submit Class 10 Social Science projects on Sustainable Development. Educart has created a special page with lots of inspiring ideas on various parts of this project. The Social Issues Project is part of the Subject Enrichment Activity and is internally assessed for a total of 5 marks.

Below you will find some creative project cover images to use, well-designed acknowledgment pages, and even complete project files (in video form) of toppers who have created the best projects on social issues in the past.

The updated marking rubric is as follows:

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Important Note: As per the syllabus, the Social Issues project must be interdisciplinary in nature, integrating concepts from History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics. Also, the project must be completed in school under the teacher's guidance - CBSE has clearly stated that "carryover of project to home must be strictly avoided."

The Interdisciplinary Approach to Social Issues Project

The CBSE syllabus has explicitly made the Social Issues project interdisciplinary. This means your project should connect the chosen social issue across multiple subjects. Here's how you can integrate all four disciplines:

• History Connection Traces the historical roots of the social issue. For example, if writing about caste discrimination, link it to social reform movements during the freedom struggle. If writing about poverty, connect it to colonial economic policies covered in "The Making of a Global World."
• Geography Connection Explore the geographical and environmental dimensions of the issue. Link environmental injustice with chapters like "Forest and Wildlife Resources" and "Water Resources." Discuss regional disparities in resource distribution and how they create social problems.
• Political Science Connection Connect the issue to chapters like "Gender, Religion and Caste" and "Outcomes of Democracy." Discuss how political institutions, parties, and democratic processes address (or fail to address) these social issues.
• Economics Connection Link the issue to chapters such as "Development," "Sectors of the Indian Economy," and "Globalisation and the Indian Economy." Examine the economic causes and consequences, role of the unorganised sector, and how globalisation has impacted social issues.

Recommended Project Template for Social Issues Project

The CBSE syllabus provides a suggested template for project presentation. Make sure your project includes the following components:

1. Name of Students (Team) - List all members involved
2. Class & Section
3. Topics of Interdisciplinary Project - Mention which subjects are integrated
4. Title of the Project - Choose a clear, focused title
5. Objectives - State 3-5 clear objectives
6. Multiple Assessment Methods Used - Mention which methods you adopted (surveys, interviews, role play, debate, etc.)
7. Evidences - Include photos, excerpts from interviews, observations, videos, research references
8. Overall Presentation - PPT link or shared documents (can be digital or handwritten)
9. Acknowledgement
10. References - Websites, books, newspapers, journals

Reflections - A new component where students write about what they learned, challenges faced, and personal insights gained

How Social Issues Link with Your Class 10 Chapters

To strengthen the interdisciplinary nature of your project, here's how various social issues connect directly with the chapters in your NCERT textbooks:

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Project Structure

The index, also called the Table of Contents, usually comes after acknowledgment. It contains the main heading of the topics arranged in a sequence. Here is an example for reference purpose. 

Write a brief introduction of 100–150 words about social issues. Explain that these are problems that affect people in society, such as poverty, discrimination, and pollution.  

Define social issues and their importance. Social issues are problems or concerns that impact society as a whole or specific groups within it. These can include poverty, inequality, discrimination, environmental degradation, etc. 

https://www.britannica.com/topic/social-issue

Under this topic, write about the historical context of social issues, especially in India. You can use the reference provided below for this topic.

‍https://triumphias.com/blog/historical-and-contemporary/

Write about different types of issues that fall into these categories. 

1. Social Justice Issues
2. Community Issues
3. Global Issues
4. Political Issues
5. Economic Issues
6. Environmental Issues
7. Technological Issues

Write about different types of issues that fall into these categories.

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Among the major social issues, only three or four major problems are prevalent worldwide and in India. You can choose:   

(i) Poverty and Income Inequality

Write about the definition of poverty and its causes. Explain how poverty affects individuals and society. Write down the various solutions and interventions.    

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(ii) Racism and Discrimination

Explain the historical context of racism and its different forms, such as racial and gender discrimination. Write about the impact of discrimination on marginalized groups and various strategies for combating racism and discrimination.  

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(iii)   Educational Disparities

Explain educational disparities in access to quality education and their effects on individuals and communities. Also, explain the various initiatives the Government of India and international organizations took to address education inequalities. You can write about the Mid-Day Meal Programme and Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan.  

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(iv)  Environmental Justice

Define environmental justice and discuss various environmental issues, such as climate change, plastic pollution, and loss of biodiversity. Write about the effects of environmental injustice on health and well-being. State various advocacy efforts for environmental justice.

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https://blog.pachamama.org/how-social-justice-and-environmental-justice-are-intrinsically-interconnected 

Discuss the major global issues that are looming around the world right now. For instance, talk about human rights violations, the refugee crisis, and climate change.

(i)  Human Rights Violations

Define human rights violations. Write down the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). State various examples of human rights violations and abuses worldwide and various international interventions to address these issues.

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https://www.humanrightscareers.com/issues/what-are-human-rights-violations/ 

(ii) Refugee Crisis

Explain what a refugee crisis is, describe the various causes of refugee crises, and describe the various challenges faced by refugees. Also, explain international interventions and refugee rights.  

https://www.worldvision.org.uk/about/blogs/what-is-a-refugee-and-what-is-a-refugee-crisis/#:~:text=A%20refugee%20crisis%20is%20defined,they%20are%20on%20the%20move. 

https://www.un.org/en/global-issues/refugees 

(iii) Climate Change and Social Impact

Start by writing about the social implications of climate change, like displacement, food security, etc. Mention the vulnerable populations that are affected by climate change. Explain mitigation and climate change adaptation strategies.

https://i3-invest.com/2022/03/climate-change-is-a-social-issue-too/ 

The latest addition to the social issues list is technological issues, which are an emerging threat in today's world.  

(i)  Technology and Social Change

Write about the impact of technology on society. Explain how the growth of social media platforms affects people of all age groups and compromises their privacy, mental health, etc. Mention various policies rolled out by the Indian government to address emerging technology-related issues.

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https://www.solixbiofuels.com/what-are-the-major-social-issues-in-information-technology/

India's Role in Addressing Global Social Issues (G20 Angle)

The syllabus highlights India's growing role on the global stage, particularly through the G20. You can add a section discussing how India is contributing to addressing global social issues:

• India's leadership in promoting digital inclusion through initiatives like Digital India and UPI
• India's stand on climate change and the International Solar Alliance
• India's voice for the Global South in advocating for fair globalisation
• India's contributions to global vaccine equity and public health
• India's commitment to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030

This adds a contemporary, globally relevant dimension to your project that aligns with the new syllabus focus.

Write a summary of all the social issues discussed above, state a call to action to address the problems, and list a few awareness-raising efforts the national and international governing bodies should take.

Here are some references for you to follow when creating the social issues project. If you use these references, mention them on the bibliography page.

• https://simplicable.com/society/social-problems 
• https://www.britannica.com/topic/social-issue 
• https://triumphias.com/blog/historical-and-contemporary/  
• https://azadindia.org/social-issues/index.html 
• https://www.humanrightscareers.com/issues/what-are-human-rights-violations/ 
• https://www.worldvision.org.uk/about/blogs/what-is-a-refugee-and-what-is-a-refugee-crisis/#:~:text=A%20refugee%20crisis%20is%20defined,they%20are%20on%20the%20move. 
• https://www.un.org/en/global-issues/refugees 
• https://www.solixbiofuels.com/what-are-the-major-social-issues-in-information-technology/ 
• https://i3-invest.com/2022/03/climate-change-is-a-social-issue-too/ ‍
• https://blog.pachamama.org/how-social-justice-and-environmental-justice-are-intrinsically-interconnected

Here are a few viva questions for you.

1. What are some common causes of poverty in society?
2. Can you explain how discrimination affects marginalized groups?
3. How does access to quality education impact a community's well-being?
4. What is environmental justice, and why is it important?
5. How does technology influence social issues like privacy and inequality?
6. How does the unorganised sector contribute to income inequality in India?
7. Examine how climate change affects different social groups differently.

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