Telangana SSC Class 10 Important Questions 2027 - TSBSE Subject Wise Concept Based

In short: Telangana SSC (TSBSE) serves approximately 10 lakh students annually with a concept-based question model. The exam covers six subjects instead of the earlier eleven, with a mix of objective, short-answer, and long-answer questions. Passing requires 35% marks. This guide covers the most expected questions across Maths, Physical Science, Biological Science, and Social Studies based on the TSBSE pattern and textbook focus.

Telangana SSC Exam Pattern 2027

The concept-based model emphasises understanding over memorisation. Questions require application and reasoning rather than simple recall.

Mathematics Important Questions (100 marks)

Sets and Real Numbers (8-10 marks)

• Find the HCF and LCM of 480 and 720 using the prime factorisation method. Verify that HCF × LCM = Product of the two numbers. (4 marks)
• Prove that √3 is an irrational number. (4 marks)
• If A = {1, 2, 3, 4, 5} and B = {3, 4, 5, 6, 7}, find A ∪ B, A ∩ B, and A - B. (2 marks)

Polynomials and Quadratic Equations (12-15 marks)

• The sum of the areas of two squares is 468 sq.m. If the difference of their perimeters is 24 m, find the sides of the two squares. (4 marks)
• Find the zeroes of 4x² - 4x - 3 and verify the relationship between zeroes and coefficients. (4 marks)
• Find a quadratic polynomial whose sum and product of zeroes are -3 and 2 respectively. (2 marks)
• Solve: 1/(x+4) - 1/(x-7) = 11/30 using the quadratic formula. (4 marks)

Arithmetic Progressions (8-10 marks)

• How many three-digit numbers are divisible by 7? Find their sum. (4 marks)
• The sum of the first 7 terms of an AP is 63 and the sum of its next 7 terms is 161. Find the AP. (4 marks)
• Which term of the AP 3, 15, 27, 39... will be 120 more than its 21st term? (2 marks)

Coordinate Geometry (10-12 marks)

• Find the area of the triangle formed by the points (2, 3), (-1, 0), and (2, -4). (4 marks)
• Find the ratio in which the line segment joining (-3, 10) and (6, -8) is divided by (-1, 6). (4 marks)
• Show that the points (1, 7), (4, 2), (-1, -1), and (-4, 4) are vertices of a square. (4 marks)

Geometry — Similar Triangles and Circles (15-18 marks)

• State and prove the Basic Proportionality Theorem (Thales' theorem). (4 marks — guaranteed every year)
• Prove that the lengths of tangents drawn from an external point to a circle are equal. (4 marks)
• Construct a triangle of sides 5, 6, and 7 cm. Then construct another triangle whose sides are 3/5 of the corresponding sides. (4 marks)
• The length of a tangent from a point 15 cm from the centre of a circle is 12 cm. Find the radius. (2 marks)

Trigonometry (12-15 marks)

• Prove: (1 + tan²A)/(1 + cot²A) = [(1 - tan A)/(1 - cot A)]². (4 marks)
• From the top of a 7 m building, the angle of elevation of the top of a cable tower is 60° and the angle of depression of its foot is 45°. Find the height of the cable tower. (4 marks)
• If tan 2A = cot (A - 18°), where 2A is an acute angle, find A. (2 marks)

Statistics and Probability (10-12 marks)

• The following table gives marks of 60 students. Find the mean using step-deviation method: [grouped data table]. (4 marks)
• Find the median from the given frequency distribution. Draw the ogive. (4 marks)
• A bag contains 3 red, 5 black, and 4 white balls. One ball is drawn at random. Find P(not black). (2 marks)

Mensuration (8-10 marks)

• An ice cream cone has a hemisphere on top of a cone. The radius is 3.5 cm and cone height is 10.5 cm. Find the volume. (4 marks)
• A wooden article was made by scooping out a hemisphere from each end of a solid cylinder. Find the total surface area. (4 marks)

For marks distribution details, see Telangana SSC Maths weightage and Telangana Inter Maths weightage.

Physical Science Important Questions (50 marks)

Physics (25 marks)

• Electricity: Derive the formula for equivalent resistance in series connection. Three resistors of 5Ω, 10Ω, and 30Ω are connected in parallel to a 12V battery. Find total resistance, total current, and current through each. (4 marks)
• Light: An object 5 cm high is placed at 30 cm from a convex lens of focal length 20 cm. Find image distance, nature, and height. Draw the ray diagram. (4 marks)
• Refraction: Explain the phenomenon of total internal reflection. State the conditions. How is it used in optical fibres? (4 marks)
• Magnetic Effects: Draw a labelled diagram of an AC generator. Explain its working with reference to electromagnetic induction. (4 marks)
• Human Eye: What are the defects of vision? Explain myopia and hypermetropia with ray diagrams and corrections. (4 marks)

Chemistry (25 marks)

• Chemical Reactions: Write balanced chemical equations for: (a) iron reacting with steam, (b) decomposition of lead nitrate on heating, (c) reaction of sodium with water. Identify the type of each. (4 marks)
• Acids, Bases, Salts: What is the pH scale? Explain why pH is important in everyday life with three examples. How is bleaching powder prepared? (4 marks)
• Metals and Non-Metals: Explain the electrolytic refining of copper with a neat diagram. (4 marks)
• Carbon Compounds: What are structural isomers? Write the structures of all isomers of butane (C₄H₁₀). What is a functional group? (4 marks)
• Periodic Classification: How do the following properties change along a period and down a group: atomic radius, ionisation energy, and electronegativity? (4 marks)

Biological Science Important Questions (50 marks)

Life Processes (12-15 marks)

• Draw a neat labelled diagram of the human excretory system. Explain how urine is formed in the nephron. What is haemodialysis? (4 marks)
• Describe the process of nutrition in Amoeba with diagrams showing the steps. (4 marks)
• What is photosynthesis? Write the balanced equation. Describe an experiment to show that sunlight is necessary for photosynthesis. (4 marks)

Reproduction (8-10 marks)

• Draw a labelled diagram of the longitudinal section of a flower. Explain the process of double fertilisation. (4 marks)
• What are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)? Name any four. What are the methods of prevention? (4 marks)
• Explain the process of regeneration in Planaria with diagrams. (2 marks)

Heredity and Evolution (8-10 marks)

• Mendel crossed pure tall plants (TT) with pure dwarf plants (tt). Explain the results in F1 and F2 generations with a Punnett square. What is the phenotypic ratio? (4 marks)
• What is natural selection? How did Darwin explain the evolution of long-necked giraffes? (4 marks)

Control and Coordination (6-8 marks)

• Draw a neat labelled diagram of the human brain. Write the functions of cerebrum, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata. (4 marks)
• What is a reflex action? Draw the reflex arc and explain with an example. (4 marks)

Our Environment (5-6 marks)

• What is biological magnification? Explain with a food chain showing how DDT concentration increases at each trophic level. (4 marks)
• How is ozone formed in the upper atmosphere? Why is the thinning of the ozone layer a concern? (2 marks)

Social Studies Important Questions (80 marks)

History

• Describe the Salt March (Dandi March). Why was it significant in the independence movement? (4 marks)
• What were the causes and consequences of the Civil Disobedience Movement? (4 marks)
• Explain the role of Telangana in the Indian independence movement. (4 marks)

Geography

• Describe the major types of soil in India with their distribution and characteristics. What are soil conservation methods? (4 marks)
• Map work: mark and label major rivers, dams, national parks, and mineral deposits on the map of India. (4 marks)
• What are the causes of water scarcity in India? Suggest solutions. (4 marks)

Civics

• Explain the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution. Why are they called the cornerstone of the Constitution? (4 marks)
• What is decentralisation? Explain the Panchayati Raj system with its three tiers. (4 marks)

Economics

• What is globalisation? How has it affected workers in the unorganised sector? (4 marks)
• Differentiate between formal and informal sectors of credit with examples. Why do people borrow from informal sources despite higher interest rates? (4 marks)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the concept-based question model in Telangana SSC?

Concept-based questions require understanding and application rather than rote memorisation. For example, instead of asking "Define photosynthesis," the paper might ask "A plant is kept in a dark room for 48 hours. Predict what will happen and explain why."

Is the Telangana SSC syllabus the same as AP SSC?

Telangana and AP had the same syllabus until bifurcation but have since diverged in certain areas. SCERT Telangana has its own textbooks. Use TS textbooks for your exam, not AP ones.

How many students appear for Telangana SSC?

Approximately 10 lakh students appear each year, making it one of the largest state board exams in India.

Is the exam conducted in Telugu medium only?

No. Both Telugu and English medium papers are available. Urdu medium is also available for students in Urdu-medium schools.

How do I prepare for map work?

Practice with outline maps of India and Telangana. Map questions carry 4-8 marks and are the easiest to score with regular practice.

How important are diagrams in Science?

Very important. Biological Science especially awards marks for neat, labelled diagrams. Always draw diagrams even if not specifically asked — they add clarity and earn partial marks.

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