ICSE Civics Class 09 Syllabus 2027-28

Civics is a part of H.C.G. Paper 1 (Section A). In Part II, you are required to answer two out of three questions.

An elementary study is required of this section without verbatim study of the Constitutional Articles in detail.

1. Our Constitution

Definition of Constitution - date of adoption, date of enforcement and its significance.

Features: Single Citizenship, Universal Adult Franchise, Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties, Directive Principles of State Policy (meaning), Difference between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles, Meaning of a Welfare State.

2. Elections

Meaning; Composition and functions of Election Commission of India; Direct and Indirect election; General election; Mid-term election and By-election.

3. The State Legislatures

The Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council.

Meaning of Unicameral and Bicameral Legislatures, term, composition, qualification for membership, powers and functions.