NCERT Class 6 Social Science – All Chapters

All chapters of NCERT Class 6 Social Science with notes, solutions, MCQ questions and video lectures. Study each chapter thoroughly with our free CBSE study material.

Chapters List

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Chapter 1 – Locating Places on the Earth

This chapter explains how to read and understand maps using components like distance, direction, and symbols. It also introduces latitudes, longitudes, time zones, and the concept of the International Date Line to locate places and measure time on Earth.

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Chapter 2 – Oceans and Continents

Oceans cover most of the Earth and are vital for climate, rain, and marine life. Continents are large landmasses, and together with oceans, they shape life, culture, and history on our planet.

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Chapter 3 – Landforms and Life

This chapter explores Earth's major landforms — mountains, plateaus, and plains — and how they shape climate, life, and human activities. It highlights natural features, cultural values, and the adaptability of people across diverse landscapes.

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Chapter 4 – Timeline and Sources of History

This chapter explores how we learn about the past through timelines and historical sources. It explains how time is measured and introduces early human life, from hunters and gatherers to settled farming communities.

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Chapter 5 – India That Is Bharat

This chapter explains how India has been known by many names throughout history, l ike Bhārata and Jambudvīpa by its people, and Hindu, Indoi, and India by foreign visitors — all reflecting the rich cultural and geographical identity of the Indian subcontinent.

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Chapter 6 – The Beginnings of Indian Civilisation

The Harappan or Indus-Sarasvatī civilisation was one of the world’s oldest, known for its planned cities, water systems, crafts, and trade. It declined around 1900 BCE, likely due to climate change and river drying, but its culture lived on.

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Chapter 7 – India Cultural Roots

India's cultural roots lie in diverse schools of thought like the Vedas, Vedanta, Buddhism, and Jainism — all seeking truth, harmony, and the end of suffering. Tribal and folk traditions have enriched this heritage through centuries of mutual exchange and reverence for nature.

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Chapter 8 – Unity in Diversity or Many in the One

India’s unity lies in its rich diversity — of languages, foods, festivals, dress, and epics — all rooted in shared values and traditions. This diversity does not divide but enriches the cultural fabric of the nation.

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Chapter 9 – Family and Community

Families and communities form the foundation of Indian society, teaching values like love, duty, and cooperation. Whether in villages or cities, people support each other through shared responsibilities, traditions, and collective efforts.

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Chapter 10 – Grassroots Democracy Part 1 Governance

Governance ensures order in society through rules made and implemented by the government. India follows a democratic system with three branches — legislature, executive, and judiciary — functioning at national, state, and local levels through elected representatives.

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Chapter 11 – Grassroots Democracy Part 2 Local Government in Rural Areas

The Panchayati Raj system empowers rural India through local self-governance at the village, block, and district levels. It promotes direct participation, development planning, and inclusion, helping villagers manage their own needs and growth.

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Chapter 12 – Grassroots Democracy Part 3 Local Government in Urban Areas

Urban local bodies like Municipal Corporations and Councils manage city governance through elected representatives. They ensure services like sanitation, infrastructure, and local development, while citizens play a key role in making democracy work through active participation.

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Chapter 13 – The Value of Work

Work can be economic (involving money) or non-economic (done out of care or service). Both add value — economic work supports livelihoods, while non-economic work builds families, communities, and social well-being.

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Chapter 14 – Economic Activities Around Us

Economic activities are grouped into primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors, each playing a key role in producing goods and services. These sectors are interdependent, working together to support livelihoods and drive economic growth — as seen in inspiring stories like AMUL