It can be hard to see the difference between grade 8 and 9. I got 9 in the end but these are some marked papers to help highlight the difference. In these papers, 20/24 was 8 and 22/24 was 9.
Marked 9-1 GCSE AQA RS Hinduism Papers. It can be hard to differentiate between 7,8 and 9 so I have included all three grades to highlight this difference.
Grade boundary for these papers:
7: 18/24
8: 20/24
9: 22/24
The Essay Plans I used for 9-1 GCSE AQA RS Theme ABDE in 2019, I got a 9. These are in depth with way more detail than necessary, pick and choose the things you need. This is aimed at Hinduism and Christianity but Islam is referenced in places where the two religions have the same stance on issues- to offer an alternate POV.
9-1 GCSE RS Christianity Beliefs Notes (with quotes). Includes content such as the trinity, crucifixion and the nature of God. I used these and got a 9 in 2019.
9-1 GCSE RS Hindu Practices Notes with Quotes. Covers content such as worship, 4 paths of yoga and festivals etc. I used these resources and got a 9 in 2019.