CBSE Class 10 Social Science Sample Paper 01 (2019-20) : Material Downloaded From - 1 / 22
CBSE Class 10 Social Science Sample Paper 01 (2019-20) : Material Downloaded From - 1 / 22
CBSE Class 10 Social Science Sample Paper 01 (2019-20) : Material Downloaded From - 1 / 22
Maximum Marks: 80
Time Allowed: 3 hours
General Instructions:
Section A
(b) A former Roman Catholic court for identifying and (ii) Protestant
punishing heretics Reformation
(d) Legal scholars of Islam and a body of Islamic law (iv) Inquisition
4. What were the paid servants of the East India Company to supervise the weavers
called?
5. Ninety-five per cent of our basic needs for food, shelter and clothing are obtained
from ______
a. water
b. plants
c. land
d. animals
9.
In the above map which system of government is followed by Australia, India and
Russia?
a. Unitary
b. Communalism
c. Federal
d. Dictatorship
Communal politics is based on the idea that religion is the principal basis of ________.
OR
OR
In case of a clash between the laws made by the centre and a state on a subject in the
concurrent list, whose law will prevail?
12. A potato farmer wants rice but the rice farmer doesn't want potatoes, he is in need of
bananas. Identify the condition.
________, particularly IT, has played a big role in organising production across
countries.
15. Name one activity which is the primary responsibility of the government.
a. Setting up restaurants
b. Providing health and education
c. Providing mode of conveyance
d. Providing loan
16. Fill in the blanks:
There are countries like ________ which have low reserves and hence want to secure
oil through military or economic power.
OR
17. Why is it difficult taking a loan from bank than taking a loan from informal source?
Dairy is dependent on the mechanical process of the animals and the availability of
fodder.
19. Assertion (A): The organized sector is better than unorganized sector.
Reason (R): The unorganized sector does not follow government rules and
regulations.
a. Both assertion and reason are CORRECT but, reason is NOT THE CORRECT
explanation of the assertion.
b. Both assertion and reason are CORRECT and reason is the CORRECT explanation of
the assertion.
c. Assertion is CORRECT but, reason is INCORRECT.
d. Assertion is INCORRECT but, reason is CORRECT.
a. Commercial Banks make use of the deposits to meet the loan requirements of the
people.
b. People’s money is safe with the banks and it earns an amount of interest.
c. The Reserve Bank of India supervises the functioning of formal sources of loans.
d. The Central government issues currency notes on behalf of the Reserve Bank of
India.
Section B
OR
22. How did the First World War transform the US economy to make it an international
creditor from an international debtor?
OR
How did many Indian entrepreneurs survive despite of tight economic controls
imposed by the British Government?
23. Read the sources given below and answer the questions that follow:
By the late eighteenth century, the press came to be made out of metal. By the mid-
nineteenth century, Richard M. Hoe of New York had perfected the power-driven
cylindrical press. This was capable of printing 8,000 sheets per hour. This press was
particularly useful for printing newspapers. In the late nineteenth century, the offset
press was developed which could print up to six colors at a time.
Source A: What were the new forms of literature introduced in Europe to attract new
readers?
Source B: Why couldn’t the production of handwritten manuscripts satisfy the ever-
increasing demand for books? Give any one reason.
24. Study the given chart carefully and answer the following questions:
OR
What are the two main ways of generating electricity? How are they different from
each other? Explain.
27. What could be done in terms of credit availability for India's development?
OR
Why is modern currency accepted as a medium of exchange without any use of its
own? Find out the reason.
Section C
29. "Napoleon had destroyed democracy in France but in the administrative field he had
incorporated revolutionary principles in order to make the whole system more
rational and efficient". Analyse the statement with arguments.
OR
How did the Journalist Wilhelm Wolff describe the revolt led by the Silesia weavers
against contractors in 1845?
30. Read the extract and answer the questions that follow:
Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades. Foreign tourist’s
arrivals in the country witnessed an increase of 11.8 percent during the year 2010 as
against the year 2009, contributing Rs 64,889 crore of foreign exchange in 2010. 5.78
million foreign tourists visited India in 2010. More than 15 million people are
directly engaged in the tourism industry.
Tourism also promotes national integration, provides support to local handicrafts and
cultural pursuits. It also helps in the development of an international understanding
of our culture and heritage. Foreign tourists visit India for heritage tourism, eco-
tourism, adventure tourism, cultural tourism, medical tourism and business tourism.
There is a vast potential for the development of tourism in all parts of the country.
Efforts are being made to promote different types of tourism for this upcoming
industry.
Questions:
ii. "Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades."
With respect to this enlist reasons for which foreign tourists visit India.
32. What are the outcomes and the lessons we learnt from the style of governance in Sri
Lanka and Belgium?
OR
34. Can you illustrate the features of the New Economic policy introduced in 1991?
Section D
35. a. Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India. Identify
them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them
A. The place where Indian National Congress session was held in 1927.
B. The place associated with the Civil Disobedience Movement.
b. On the same outline map of India locate and label any four of the following with
suitable Symbols.
i. Paradip - Major Sea Port
ii. Hyderabad - Software Technology Park
iii. Bassien – Oil Field
iv. Narora – Thermal Power Plant
v. Tehri – Dam
vi. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose - International Airport
Answer
Section A
2. (c) British ruled India because Indians cooperated with them Explanation:
In his famous book Hind Swaraj (1909) Mahatma Gandhi declared that British rule
was established in India with the cooperation of Indians and had survived only
because of this cooperation.
If Indians refused to cooperate, British rule in India would collapse within a year, and
swaraj would come.
4. Gomasthas were the paid servants of the East India Company to supervise the
weavers.
OR
Political dominance
11. One-third of the seats are reserved for women in Local Self Government bodies.
OR
The Union Law shall prevail in case of a clash between the laws made by the centre
and state on a subject in the concurrent list.
12. Double coincidence of wants is basically a condition where the wants of the buyer
exactly match the offers given or provided by the seller. However, in the given case it
is not possible. The condition described here is a situation when there is no double
coincidence of wants. Any exchange of goods is not possible here.
13. (c) To get his children educated, Explanation: A prosperous farmer wants high
income for his crops. He also wants his children to be able to get education and settle
abroad.
14. Technology
15. (b) Providing health and education, Explanation: Running proper schools and
providing quality education, particularly elementary education, is the primary
responsibility of the government. These are the primary responsibilities of any type of
the govt.
16. USA
OR
62%
18. Dairy is dependent on the biological process of the animals and the availability of
fodder.
19. (b) Both assertion and reason are CORRECT and reason is the CORRECT explanation of
the assertion. Explanation: Both assertion and reason are CORRECT and reason is the
CORRECT explanation of the assertion.
20. (d) The Central government issues currency notes on behalf of the Reserve Bank of
India.
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India issues currency notes on behalf of the central
government.
Section B
21. The economic effects of the non-cooperation movement were very significant as
mentioned below:
i. Foreign goods were boycotted, liquor shops picked and foreign clothes were burnt
in huge bonfires.
ii. The import of foreign cloth halved between 1921 and 1922 and its value dropped
from Rs.102 crores to Rs.57 crores.
iii. In many areas, merchants and traders abstained from trading in foreign goods or
finance foreign trade.
iv. As the boycott movement spread, people used only Indian clothes and began to
discard foreign clothes.
v. As a result, the production of Indian textiles and handlooms went up.
OR
The following points analyse the role of merchants and the industrialists in the Civil
Disobedience Movement:
i. During the First World War, Indian merchants and industrialists made huge
22. The First World War transform the US economy to make it an international creditor
from an international debtor because:
OR
As British control over Indian trade tightened, the space of Indian merchants became
limited. However, many Indian Entrepreneurs survived despite tight economic
controls imposed by the British government because of the following reasons:
23. Source A: The new forms of literature introduced in Europe to attract new readers
were almanacs or ritual calendars, along with ballads and folktales.
Source C: The offset press was developed which could print up to six colors at a time.
OR
i. Most states have not transferred significant powers to the local governments.
ii. There is a shortage of resources.
iii. Elections are not held regularly.
iv. The Gram Sabha are not held regularly.
OR
28. GDP is the calculation of total production in a country/state within a time period,
Section C
29. Napoleon became the ruler of France on 2nd December 1804. He established a
monarchical political system. He was worried by the democratic forces unleashed by
the revolution. But at the same time, he did not want to ignore them entirely. So he
introduced some reform in the administrative system. He tried to make the whole
system more rational and efficient. To achieve this goal, he took some important
steps.
i. The Civil Code of 1804, also known as Napoleonic Code, abolished all the privileges
based on birth, established equality before the law and gave the right to property.
ii. The code which was introduced in the regions under French control, like Italy,
Germany, Switzerland, simplified administrative divisions, abolished the feudal
system and freed peasants from serfdom and manorial dues
iii. Uniform weights and measures were adopted. A common national currency
helped in the movement of goods and capital from one region to another.
iv. Moreover, guild restrictions were removed, transport and communications
systems were improved. By these new policies peasants, artisans, workers and
new businessmen were benefitted and started to enjoy new-found freedom.
Thus, it can be concluded that Napoleon had destroyed democracy in France but
in the administrative field he had incorporated revolutionary principles.
OR
In 1845, weavers of Silesia had led a revolt against contractors who supplied them
raw materials. They gave them order for finished textiles but drastically reduced their
payments. Journalist Wilhelm Wolff described the revolt of the weavers against
contractors as:
2. Foreign tourists visit India for heritage tourism, eco-tourism, adventure tourism,
cultural tourism, medical tourism and business tourism.
i. More than 15 million people are directly engaged in the tourism industry
ii. It promotes national integration.
iii. It provides support to local handicrafts and cultural pursuits.
31. The iron and steel industries are mostly concentrated in and around the Chotanagpur
Plateau region because of the following reasons :
a. Low cost of iron ore: Proximity to iron mines helps to reduce the transportation
cost of iron ore to the industries.
b. Availability of high-grade raw materials in the adjoining area: Other bulky
raw materials like coking coal, limestone is also available in proximity.
c. Availability of cheap labour: Abundant and cheap labour from the adjoining
areas of Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha.
d. Dense transport network This region is well connected with roadways and
railways that help in the quick movement of raw materials and finished goods to
the industry and market areas.
e. Port facilities Kolkata, a well-developed port, is near to this area.
32. A. We realize that the two countries, Sri Lanka and Belgium, are similar in respect of
linguistic and ethnic diversity, yet both of them followed opposite policies to
In Sri Lanka, the majority Sinhala speakers wanted to dominate the minority Tamil
speakers. They recognized Sinhala as the only official language in the nation. Many
policies favoured Sinhala speakers for getting government jobs and many advantages
over tamil speakers. All these government measures increased the alienated feeling
among the Sri Lankan Tamils. As the government denied them equal rights, the
relations between Tamils and Sinhalas worsened. The demands of Tamils for equal
rights and opportunities were repeatedly denied by the government. Many political
leaders then started to demand for a independent area. Tamil Elam, for the Tamils.
The tension between the two communities soon turned into a civil war and many
people from both communities lost their lives. Here, Sri Lanka refuses to share power,
and it eventually led to a disaster to the country. They wanted the majority
community to dominate over the minority community.
The Belgian leaders took another path. They recognized every community and gave
them equal rights.
In Belgium the Dutch-speaking community constituted a majority in the country and a
minority in the capital. The minority French-speaking community was very rich and
held powers in the government. Later, when the Dutch became educated, they felt a
OR
Thus, it can be concluded that there are increasing inequalities in the economic
scenario.
34. Following are the features of New Economic Policy introduced in 1991:
1 Match the following items given in column A with those in column B. Choose the correct 1
answer from the options given below:
COLUMN A COLUMN B
A. Rashsundari Debi 1. Chhote Aur Bade Ka Sawal
2 Identify the appropriate reason for the formation of the Swaraj party from the options given 1
below:
A. Wanted members of Congress to return to Council Politics
B. Wanted members of Congress to ask for Poorna Swaraj for Indians
C. Wanted members of Congress to ask Dominion State for India
D. Wanted members of Congress to oppose Simon Commission
6 Complete the following table with correct information with regard to cultivation of Rice: 1
7 Being a tropical country, India has enormous possibilities of tapping solar energy. Suggest any 1
one way to popularize its maximum use.
OR
A concerted effort has to be made for sustainable development.Suggest any one step in
conserving our mineral resources for the future.
9. 1
14 One of the best ways to reduce over usage of ground water is ____________________________. 1
A. Fisherman
B. Farmer
C. Factory worker
D. Teacher
16 The number of deaths of children less than one year of age per 1000 live births is referred as 1
______________.
OR
The total number of children of age group 14 and 15 years attending school as a percentage of
total number of children in the same age group is referred as __________________________.
Options –
A. i--iv--iii--ii
B. iii –iv—i--ii
C. iv—i--ii--iii
D. iii—iv--ii--i
19 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason 1
(R). Read the statements and chose the correct option:
Assertion (A): Not every good or service that is produced and sold needs to be counted to
know the total production in each sector.
Reason (R): The value of final goods already includes the value of all the intermediate goods.
Options:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is correct but R is wrong.
d. A is wrong but R is correct.
20 Rita has taken a loan of Rs. 7 lakhs from the bank to purchase a car. The annual interest rate on 1
the loan is 14.5 per cent and the loan is to be repaid in 3 years in monthly instalments.
The bank retained the papers of the new car as collateral, which will be returned to Rita
only when she repays the entire loan with interest.
Analyse the loan information given above, considering one of the following correct option.
a. Mode of re-payment
b. Terms of credit
c. Interest on loan
d. Deposit criteria
OR
Describe the role of Alluri Sitaram Raju in Andhra Pradesh during 1920s.
OR
Why did merchants moved to the countryside Europe during the seventeenth and eighteenth
centuries? Explain.
23 Read the sources given below and answer the questions that follows- 1
+
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print 1
+
Print created the possibility of wide circulation of ideas, and introduced a new world of debate 1
and discussion. Even those who disagreed with established authorities could now print and =
circulate their ideas. Through the printed message, they could persuade people to think 3
differently, and move them to action. This had significance in different spheres of life.
The ideas of scientists and philosophers now became more accessible to the common people.
Ancient and medieval scientific texts were compiled and published, and maps and scientific
diagrams were widely printed. When scientists like Isaac Newton began to publish their
discoveries, they could influence a much wider circle of scientifically minded readers. The
writings of thinkers such as Thomas Paine, Voltaire and Jean Jacques Rousseau were also
widely printed and read. Thus their ideas about science, reason and rationality found their
way into popular literature.
Print popularised the ideas of the Enlightenment thinkers. Collectively, their writings provided
a critical commentary on tradition, superstition and despotism. They argued for the rule of
reason rather than custom, and demanded that everything be judged through the application of
reason and rationality. They attacked the sacred authority of the Church and the despotic
power of the state, thus eroding the legitimacy of a social order based on tradition. The
writings of Voltaire and Rousseau were read widely; and those who read these books saw the
world through new eyes, eyes that were questioning, critical and rational.
23.1 Evaluate the effectiveness of Print in the transmission of ideas and cultures. 1
23.2 To what extent do you agree that scientific ideas were circulated through Print.? Give
only one aspect. 1
23.3To what extent did print culture create conditions for French Revolution ?. Cite any one
evidence to support your answer. 1
24 “Energy saved is energy produced”. Support the statement with suitable examples. 3
OR
“India has fairly rich and varied mineral resources across different regions”. Support the
statement with examples.
28 Underemployment continues to be rampant in the rural areas. Suggest any three ways through 3
which employment for rural people can be generated.
29 Highlight the reasons for the growth of nationalist tensions in the Balkan region before the 5
First World War.
OR
Why was the period of 1848 considered as phase of the revolution of the Liberals in Europe?
Explain.
32 Explain with examples the accommodative experience of Belgium for peace and harmony. 5
OR
‘Respect and equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a democratic society’.
Examine the statement.
35 (a) Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India. 2
Identify them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them +
4
A) The place where Indian National Congress session was held in December 1920 =
B) The place where Salt Law was broken by Mahatma Gandhi 6
b) On the same outline map of India locate and label any four of the following with suitable
Symbols.
i. Paradwip- Major Sea Port
ii. Noida- Software Technology Park
iii. Salem- Iron and Steel industry
iv. Kalpakkam- Nuclear Power Plant
v. Bhakra Nangal– Dam
vi. Chattrapati Shivaji International Airport
Note: The following questions are for the Visually Impaired candidates only in lieuof Q. No.
35. ANY SIX to be attempted: 1X6 =6
i. Name the state where Indigo planters organized Satyagraha.
ii. Name the place where Non- Cooperation Movement ended abruptly due to violence.
iii. Name the state where Jallianwala Bagh incidence took place.
iv. Name the state where Chhatrapati ShivajiAirport is located.
v. Name the state where Salem Iron and Steel Plant is located.
vi. Name the state where Kalpakkam Nuclear Power Plant is located.
vii. Name the Software Technology Park located in Uttar Pradesh.
viii. Name the state where Haldia Seaport is located.
SOCIAL SCIENCE (CODE 087)
CLASS X – SESSION 2019-20
MARKING SCHEME
S. VALUE POINTS M
No.
SECTION – A
1 Match the following items given in column A with those in column B. Choose the correct 1
answer from the options given below:
COLUMN A COLUMN B
A. Rashsundari Debi 1. Chhote Aur Bade Ka
Sawal
2 Identify the appropriate reason for the formation of the party from the options given below: 1
A. Wanted members of Congress to return to Council Politics
B. Wanted members of Congress to ask for Poorna Swaraj for Indians
C. Wanted members of Congress to ask Dominion State for India
D. Wanted members of Congress to oppose Simon Commission
A. Wanted members of Congress to return to Council Politics
History, Chapter- 2; The nationalism in India -Pg No-38
Contemporary India-II
Chapter- 1; Resources and Development,pg-5
6 Complete the following table with correct information with regard to the cultivation of rice: 1
7 Being a tropical country, India has enormous possibilities of tapping solar energy. Suggest any 1
one way to popularize its maximum use.
OR
A concerted effort has to be made for sustainable development. Suggest any one step in
conserving our mineral resources for the future.
Making people aware about renewable energy resources/use of rooftop solar panels/solar
street lighting system/any other relevant point
Contemporary India-II
Chapter- 5; Minerals and Energy Resources,pg-62
OR
Improved technologies/ Recycling of metals/ Using scrap metals and other substitutes /
Any other relevant point
Contemporary India-II
Chapter- 5; Minerals and Energy Resources,pg-58
9 1
Lack of legally imposed quotas or reservation policy at central level / Any other relevant
point
Democratic Politics-II
Chapter- 4; Gender, Caste and Religion pg-44
OR
India is a secular country/ any other relevant answer
Democratic Politics-II
Chapter- 4; Gender, Caste and Religion pg-47
A. Sustainable use of natural resources without considering the need of the future
generation.
B. Present generation fulfils its needs while considering the needs of the future generation
as well.
C. It means utilization of natural resources by the past, present and forthcoming future
generation.
D. To meets the needs of the future generations even if the needs of the present generation
go unmet
B. Present generation fulfils its needs while considering the needs of the future
generation as well.
Economics, Ch- Development, Page – 13
14 One of the best ways to reduce over usage of ground water is _________________________. 1
A. Fisherman
B. Farmer
C. Factory worker
D. Teacher
D- Teacher
Economics, Ch- Sectors of Economy, Page - 20
16 The number of deaths of children less than one year of age per 1000 live births is referred as 1
______________.
OR
The total number of children of age group 14 and 15 years attending school as a percentage of
total number of children in the same age group is referred as __________________.
Infant mortality rate (IMR)
OR
Net Attendance Ratio
Economics Ch- Development, Page – 14
Options –
A. i--iv--iii--ii
B. iii –iv—i--ii
C. iv—i--ii--iii
D. iii—iv--ii--i
B iii –iv—i--ii
Economics, Ch- Sectors of Economy, Page - 20
19 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason 1
(R). Read the statements and chose the correct option:
Assertion (A): Not every good or service that is produced and sold needs to be counted to
know the total production in each sector.
Reason (R): The value of final goods already includes the value of all the intermediate goods.
Options:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is correct but R is wrong.
d. A is wrong but R is correct.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Economics, Ch- Sectors of Economy, Page – 22
20 Rita has taken a loan of Rs.7 lakhs from the bank to purchase a car. The annual interest rate on 1
the loan is 14.5 per cent and the loan is to be repaid in 3 years in monthly instalments.
The bank retained the papers of the new car as collateral, which will be returned to Rita
only when she repays the entire loan with interest.
Analyse the loan information given above, considering one of the following correct option.
A. Mode of re-payment
B. Terms of credit
C. Interest on loan
D. Deposit criteria
B Terms of Credit Economics, Ch – Money and Credit, Page – 45
SECTION – B SHORT ANS. QUESTIONS
OR
Describe the role of Alluri Sitaram Raju in Andhra Pradesh during 1920s.
OR
Why did merchants moved to the countryside Europe during the seventeenth and eighteenth
centuries? Explain.
European flee to America in 19th century
i.Poverty and hunger were common in Europe.
ii.Cities were crowded and deadly diseases were widespread.
iii.Religious conflicts were common and religious dissenters were persecuted.
iv.Plantations were worked on by slaves.
Any other relevant point
Any three points to be explained
History Lesson-4 The Making Of The Global World,pg-56
OR
Merchants moved to the countryside Europe
i. Expansion of world trade and the acquisition ofcolonies.
ii. Powerful urban craft and trade guildsdid not allow expansion of production in towns.
iii. Producers regulated production, competition, prices.
iv. Rulers also granted different guilds the monopoly right to produce and trade in specific
products.
v. It was therefore difficult for new merchants to set up business in towns. So they turned
to the countryside.
Any three points to be explained
India and Contemporary World-II
Chapter-5; The Age of Industrialization page-81
23 Read the sources given below and answer the questions that follows- 3
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print
Print created the possibility of wide circulation of ideas, and introduced a new world of
debate and discussion. Even those who disagreed with established authorities could now print
and circulate their ideas. Through the printed message, they could persuade people to think
differently, and move them to action. This had significance in different spheres of life.
The ideas of scientists and philosophers now became more accessible to the common people.
Ancient and medieval scientific texts were compiled and published, and maps and scientific
diagrams were widely printed. When scientists like Isaac Newton began to publish their
discoveries, they could influence a much wider circle of scientifically minded readers. The
writings of thinkers such as Thomas Paine, Voltaire and Jean Jacques Rousseau were also
widely printed and read. Thus their ideas about science, reason and rationality found their
way into popular literature.
Print popularised the ideas of the Enlightenment thinkers. Collectively, their writings
provided a critical commentary on tradition, superstition and despotism. They argued for the
rule of reason rather than custom, and demanded that everything be judged through the
application of reason and rationality. They attacked the sacred authority of the Church and
the despotic power of the state, thus eroding the legitimacy of a social order based on
tradition. The writings of Voltaire and Rousseau were read widely; and those who read these
books saw the world through new eyes, eyes that were questioning, critical and rational.
23.1 Evaluate the effectiveness of Print in the transmission of ideas and cultures. 1
Print introduced a new world of debate and discussionwhich led to the beginning of the
Protestant Reformation with the contribution of Martin Luther.
23.2 To what extent do you agree that scientific ideas were circulated through Print.
Give only one aspect. 1
Newspapers, journals, chapbooks and other medium popularised thescientific ideas of scientist
and philosopherslike Isaac Newton,Thomas Paine, Voltaire and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
23.3To what extent did print culture create conditions for French Revolution ? Cite any
one evidence to support your answer. 1
i. Print popularised the ideas of the Enlightenment thinkers.
ii. All values, norms and institutions were re-evaluated and discussed.
iii. It led to the growth of hostile sentiments against the French monarchy.
iv. Any other relevant point
Any one point to be explained
History lesson-7 the print culture, pg-112-116
24 “Energy saved is energy produced”. Support the statement with suitable examples. 3
OR
“India has fairly rich and varied mineral resources across different regions”. Support the
statement with examples.
“Energy saved is energy produced”.
i. Promotion of energy conservation and increased use of renewable energy sources arethe
twin planks of sustainable energy.
ii. India is presently one of the least energy efficient countries in the world.
iii. We have to adopt a cautious approach for the judicious use of our limited
energyresources.
iv. Using public transport systems instead of individual vehicles.
v. Switching off electricity when not in use.
vi. Using power-saving devices and using non-conventional sources of energy.
Any other relevant point
pg-63
CH-5 Minerals Geography
OR
“India has fairly rich and varied mineral resources across different regions”.
i. Peninsular rocks contain most of the reserves of coal, metallic minerals, mica and many
other non-metallic minerals.
ii. Sedimentary rocks on the western and eastern flanks of the peninsula, in Gujarat and
Assam have most of the petroleum deposits.
iii. Rajasthan with the rock systems of the peninsula, has reserves of many non-ferrous
minerals.The vast alluvial plains of North India are almost devoid of economic minerals.
Any three points to be explained
Contemporary India-II
Chapter- 5; Mineral and Energy Resources page-52
Democratic Politics-II
Chapter-6 political parties, page-73
OR
29 Highlight the reasons for the growth of nationalist tensions in the Balkan region before the 5
First World War.
OR
Why did the period of 1848 consider as phase of the Revolution of the Liberals in Europe?
Explain.
The Balkans
i. The Balkan was a region of geographical and ethnic variations comprising of modern-
day Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Macedonia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina
Slovenia, Serbia and Montenegro. The inhabitants were called Slavs
ii. The spread of romantic nationalism lead to its disintegration.
iii. Different Slavic nationalities struggled to define their identity
iv. Balkan region became a region of intense conflict over expansion of territory.
v. At the same time, the great European Powers --Russia, Germany, England and Austro-
Hungary were keen on taking the control of the Balkan region, since it was important
from trade point of view.
vi. This led to the series of wars in the region and finally became the cause of the First
World War.
India and Contemporary World-II
Chapter-1; The Rise of Nationalism in Europepage-26
OR
The period of 1848 consider as phase of the Revolution of the Liberals in Europe
i. Events of February 1848 in France had brought about the abdication of the monarch
and a republic based on universal male suffrage had been proclaimed.
ii. Germany, Italy, Poland, the Austro-Hungarian Empire – men and women of the liberal
middle classes combined their demands for constitutionalism with national unification.
iii. They took advantage of the growing popular unrest to push their demands for the
creation of a nation-state on parliamentary principles – a constitution, freedom of the
press and freedom of association.
iv. In the German regions a large number of political associations whose members were
middle-class professionals, businessmen and prosperous artisans came together in the
city of Frankfurt and decided to vote for an all-German National Assembly.
v. The middle classes who resisted the demands of workers and artisans and consequently
lost their support. In the end troops were called in and the assembly was forced to
disband.
vi. The issue of extending political rights to women was a controversial one within the
liberal movement, in which large numbers of women had participated actively over the
years.
vii. Women had formed their own political associations, founded newspapers and taken
part in political meetings and demonstration.
Any five points to be explained
India and Contemporary World-II
Chapter-1; The Rise of Nationalism in Europe, Pages – 13
30.2- Infer the importance of means of transportation and communication for socio-
economic progress?
i. They are the very basis of industries and trade of country.
ii. Create job employment opportunities
iii. Help to grow economy
iv. Transport maintains the movement of persons and products from one region to another
region of the country.
v. For sending and receiving messages
vi. Interlinking world
vii. Increases awareness among the people at national level.
viii. Help in defending the independence and the national unity of a country
ix. Any other relevant point
Any two points to be explained
Contemporary India-II
Chapter- 7; Life Lines of National Economy, pg-81
i. On one hand Industries lead to extensive industrial growth and expansion, other hand
these are also the cause of environmental degeneration which prompt to the different
type of air, water pollution.
ii. There is an increasing requirement to use a further sustainable model.
iii. Industries must produce eco-friendly products and dump wastes responsibly.
iv. Use of latest technology can help industries to control pollution and lead towards
sustainable mode of operation.
v. Industries use- Reuse-Recycle-Refuse approach.
vi. If necessary, dump waste in specified places, away from the land and water sources, for
example- before dumping treat well and make useful forother than drinking
purpose,stop using thermal plants in some of the locations.
Any five points to be explained
Contemporary India-II
Chapter- 6; Manufacturing Industries,page-78
32 Explain with examples the accommodative experience of Belgium for peace and harmony.
OR
‘Respect and equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a democratic society’.
Examine the statement.
Democracy is based on the idea of deliberation and negotiation
i. Democracy gives importance to deliberation and public opinion.
ii. The democratic government will take more time to follow procedures before arriving
at a decision.
iii. Its decisions may be both more acceptable to the people and more effective.
iv. Democracy ensures that decision making will be based on norms and procedures.
v. Transparency as Persons have the right and the means to examine the process of
decision making.
vi. It follows procedures and is accountable to the people.
vii. The democratic government develops mechanisms for citizens to hold the government
accountable
viii. Democratic govt. follows mechanisms for citizens to take part in decision making
whenever they think fit.
ix. Any other relevant point
Any five points to be explained
Democratic Politics-II
Chapter- 7; Outcomes of Democracy pg-91
OR
Respect and Equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a democratic
society.
i. Economic independence or access to an inherited or self-generated income is
considered to be the major means of empowering women.
ii. Equal political and civil rights as men
iii. Ways of autonomy and freedom.
iv. Distributive justice to reduce inequalities in resources and power.
v. Love, universal brotherhood, sincerity, honesty and integrity of character, firm attitude
of rendering help
vi. Removing social evils including violence, torture, humiliation etc.
vii. Any other relevant point
Any five points to be explained
PG-98 Democratic Politics-II Chapter- 7; Outcomes of Democracy
Technology
Rapid improvement in technology has stimulated the globalisation process.
i. This has made much faster delivery of goods across long distances possible at
lower costs.
ii. Even more remarkable have been the developments in information and
communication technology.
iii. Technology in the areas of telecommunications, computers, Internet has been
changing rapidly.
iv. Telecommunication facilities (telegraph, telephone including mobile phones, fax)
are used to contact one another around the world, to access information instantly,
and to communicate from remote areas.
v. This has been facilitated by satellite communication devices.
vi. Any other relevant point
Any five points to be explained
35 (a) Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India. 6
Identify them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them
A) The place where Indian National Congress session was held in December 1920.
B) The place where Salt Law was broken by Mahatma Gandhi.
b) On the same outline map of India locate and label any four of the following with suitable
Symbols.
i. Paradwip- Major Sea port
ii. Noida- Software Technology Park
iii. Salem- Iron and Steel industry
iv. Kalpakkam- Nuclear Power Plant
v. Bhakra Nangal– Dam
vi. Chattrapati Shivaji International Airport
The following questions are for the Visually Impaired candidates only in lieuof Q. No. 35.
ANY SIX to be attempted: 1X6 =6