Inquiry plays a vital role in the social studies classroom by encouraging students to ask questions, investigate evidence, and think critically about historical and current events. Rather than simply memorizing facts, students engage in a process of exploration and discovery. Inquiry helps learners develop deeper understanding by analyzing primary and secondary sources, evaluating different perspectives, and constructing their own interpretations. Through inquiry, students learn to support arguments with evidence, evaluate perspectives, and understand complexity in human behavior and social systems. Ultimately, inquiry-based learning transforms the social studies classroom into a dynamic space where students build skills that extend beyond academics and into real-world decision-making and civic engagement.