ICSE Class 9 History & Civics PW Mid-Term Marathon 2026: Important Questions

History & Civics revision can become challenging when you have to remember historical facts, important sites, religious beliefs, constitutional concepts and election-related topics together. Many Mid-Term questions also test your ability to explain events instead of simply recalling facts.

The PW ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Mid-Term Marathon helps you revise these chapters through important MCQs, short-answer questions and long-answer practice. It focuses on the topics that are commonly asked in the ICSE Mid-Term syllabus, from the Harappan Civilisation to the Constitution and Elections.

What Will You Revise in PW ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Mid-Term Marathon?

The marathon covers the major History and Civics chapters included in the Mid-Term syllabus through concept revision and question-based practice.

History Chapters

Civics Chapters

Important History & Civics Questions From the PW ICSE Class 9 Mid-Term Marathon

Practise these questions after revising each chapter to strengthen your understanding of important ICSE concepts.

History Important Questions

1. Which structure was used for storing surplus food grains in the Harappan cities?

• A) Citadel

• B) Great Bath

• C) Granaries

• D) Dockyard

Answer: C) Granaries

2. At which Harappan site was the bronze statue of the Dancing Girl found?

• A) Lothal

• B) Mohenjo-daro

• C) Kalibangan

• D) Banawali

Answer: B) Mohenjo-daro

3. What does the presence of a massive brick dockyard indicate?

• A) Inland agriculture

• B) Frequent floods

• C) Maritime trade

• D) Drinking water storage

Answer: C) Maritime trade

4. The Harappan script found on seals is best described as:

• A) Alphabetic

• B) Cuneiform

• C) Hieroglyphic

• D) Pictographic

Answer: D) Pictographic

5. Which metal was completely unknown to the Harappans?

• A) Copper

• B) Bronze

• C) Iron

• D) Gold

Answer: C) Iron

6. Why is the Pashupati Seal important?

• A) It is the only terracotta seal.

• B) It shows an early form of Lord Shiva worship.

• C) It deciphers the Harappan script.

• D) It proves unicorn worship.

Answer: B) It shows an early form of Lord Shiva worship.

7. What was the raised western part of Harappan cities called?

• A) Lower Town

• B) Citadel

• C) Acropolis

• D) Ziggurat

Answer: B) Citadel

8. Harappan town planning is most famous for its:

• A) Radial streets

• B) Narrow streets

• C) Grid system

• D) Circular layout

Answer: C) Grid system

9. Which of the following is a feature of the Great Bath?

• A) Religious tank

• B) Corridors and rooms around it

• C) Waterproofing using bitumen

• D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

10. Which materials were used to manufacture Harappan seals?

• A) Steatite

• B) Terracotta

• C) Agate

• D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

11. How was internal trade conducted in the Harappan Civilisation?

Answer: Internal trade relied mainly on the barter system, where goods were exchanged directly for other goods. Different Harappan cities specialised in products such as cotton, beads and ornaments and traded them within the civilisation.

12. By what name was the Indus Valley region known in Mesopotamian records?

Answer: Meluhha, often described as the land of seafarers.

 13. From which regions did the Harappans import important metals?

Civics Important Questions 

1. On which date was the Constitution of India adopted, and on which date did it come into force?

• Answer:

• Adopted: November 26, 1949

• Came into force: January 26, 1950 (celebrated as Republic Day)

2. Explain the significance of the term 'Secular' as added to the Preamble.

• Answer: It means that the state has no official state religion. The government treats all religions equally and grants full freedom to every citizen to practice and propagate their faith.

3. Which Constitutional Amendment lowered the voting age in India from 21 to 18 years?

• Answer: The 61st Constitutional Amendment Act, 1988 lowered the voting age under Universal Adult Franchise from 21 years to 18 years.

4. What is a 'General Election' as discussed under the Elections unit?

• Answer: A General Election is held across the entire country or state at regular intervals (every 5 years) to elect members to the Lok Sabha or the State Legislative Assemblies.

5. Mention two major functions of the Election Commission of India.

• Answer:

1. Preparing and revising the Electoral Rolls (Voters' List).

2. Enforcing the Model Code of Conduct to ensure free and fair elections.

Note: For more detailed solutions, chapter-wise explanations, and additional important questions, refer to the PW ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Mid-Term Marathon 2026 video.

How Can the PW ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Mid-Term Marathon Help You Revise?

The PW ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Mid-Term Marathon is designed to help you revise important historical events and Civics concepts through detailed explanations and exam-focused question practice. During the session, you will get:

• Complete Harappan Civilisation Revision: Revise town planning, the Citadel, Great Bath, Granaries, seals, dockyard and important archaeological discoveries in one session.

• Trade & Religious Beliefs Explained: Understand internal and external trade, the barter system, Meluhha, Mother Goddess, Pashupati Seal and nature worship with clear explanations.

• MCQ & Assertion Practice: Solve important objective questions based on frequently tested ICSE Mid-Term concepts.

• Short & Long Answer Preparation: Learn how to write structured 2-mark, 3-mark and descriptive answers from History chapters.

• Constitution & Elections Revision: Revise the key features of the Indian Constitution, democratic values, elections and voting through concept-based discussion.

• Map Important Facts Faster: Focus on important sites such as Mohenjo-daro, Harappa and Lothal, along with their historical significance.

• Exam-Oriented Question Solving: Practise questions similar to those commonly asked in ICSE Mid-Term examinations instead of only reading the textbook.

• Concept Clarity Before the Exam: Strengthen factual recall and improve answer-writing through teacher-led revision of the complete Mid-Term syllabus.

The PW ICSE Class 9 History & Civics Mid-Term Marathon helps you revise important historical events and constitutional concepts through structured question practice. Use these MCQs and descriptive questions alongside the marathon to strengthen your understanding and prepare confidently for the Mid-Term exam.