Sst Sample Papers

SOCIAL SCIENCE (CODE 087)
CLASS X – SESSION 2019-20

SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80

General Instructions:
i. The question paper has 35 questions in all.
ii. Marks are indicated against each question.
iii. Questions from serial number 1 to 20 are objective type questions. Each question carries
one mark. Answer them as instructed.
iv. Questions from serial number 21 to 28 are3 marks questions. Answer of these questions
should not exceed 80 words each.
v. Questions from serial number 29 to 34 are 5 marks questions. Answer of these questions
should not exceed 120 words each.
vi. Question number 35 is a map question of 6 marks with two parts - 35 a. from History (2
marks) and 35b. from Geography (4 marks).
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SECTION – A VERY SHORT ANS. QUESTIONS
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
B. Sudarshan Chakr 2. Kesari
C. Kashibaba 3. Amar Jiban
D. Bal Gangadhar Tilak 4. Sacchi Kavitayen
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
3 Study the picture and answer the question that follows 1

Which of the following aspect best signifies this image of ‘Germania’?
A. Heroism and Justice
B. Folk and Cultural Tradition
C. Austerity and Asceticism
D. Revenge and Vengeance
Note: This question is in lieu of Q3 for Visually Impaired Candidates only

Q-3 What does the crown on allegory of ‘Germania’ signify?
4 Who was called as the architect of Germany’s unification? 1
5 Which one of the following is an example of Cultivable Wasteland? 1

A. Gross cropped Area
B. Uncultivable Land
C. Barren Wasteland
D. Current fallow Land
6 Complete the following table with correct information with regard to cultivation of Rice: 1
Rice Annual rain fall Cropping season Temperature

required required for its
growth (in degrees)
100 cm (A) - ? (B) - ?
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.
8 Correct the following statement and rewrite: 1

In Srilanka, an Act was passed in 1956 to recognise Tamil as the only official language,
disregarding Sinhala.
OR
Correct the following statement and rewrite:

Belgium is a small country in Europe and share borders with France, Italy, Germany and
Luxembourg.
9. 1
Which one of the following option best signifies this cartoon?
A. Demand for separate state from Democratic Government

B. Democratic Government is facing territorial issues with the bordering states
C. Democratic Government is coping with multiple pressures through accommodation
D. Democratic Government accepts demands based on separate state
Note: This question is in lieu of Q9 for visually impaired candidates

Q9. Give any one example of Social Democracy.
10 The representation of women in Indian Parliament is still low as compared to European 1

countries because __________________.
OR
The Constitution of India provides to all individuals and communities freedom to profess,
practice and propagate any religion because ___________________________________.
11 Who presides over the meeting of the Municipal Corporation? 1

OR
Which government has the power to legislate on ‘Residuary’ subjects in India?
12 Mention the formula to calculate the BMI (Body Mass Index). 1

13 Which of the following statement defines Sustainable Development? 1
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.
14 One of the best ways to reduce over usage of ground water is ____________________________. 1
15 Which of the following profession belongs to the Tertiary Sector of economy? 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 __________________________.
17 Find the Incorrect option 1
A. Demand deposit share the essential features of money

B. With demand deposit payments can be made without cash
C. Demand deposits are safe way of money transformation
D. Demand deposit facility is like cheque
18 Arrange the following in the correct sequence – 1
i. Transporting cloth to the workshops

ii. Sale in shops and showrooms
iii. Spinning the yarn
iv. Weaving of the fabric
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
SECTION – B SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
21 Describe the incidence of Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. 3
OR
Describe the role of Alluri Sitaram Raju in Andhra Pradesh during 1920s.
22 Why did Europeans flee to America in nineteenth century? Explain. 3
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.
Source B-The Reading Mania
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.
Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution
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.
Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print
23.1 Evaluate the effectiveness of Print in the transmission of ideas and cultures. 1
Source B-The Reading Mania
23.2 To what extent do you agree that scientific ideas were circulated through Print.? Give
only one aspect. 1
Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution
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.
25 Describe any three features of Indian Federalism. 3
26 Describe the role of Political Parties in India. 3
27 Why do we need to expand formal sources of credit in India? Explain. 3

OR
Why do banks and cooperative societies need to lend more? Explain.
28 Underemployment continues to be rampant in the rural areas. Suggest any three ways through 3
which employment for rural people can be generated.
SECTION – C LONG ANS. QUESTIONS
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.
30 Read the extract and answer the questions that follows: 1

+
Today, the world has been converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast 2
moving transport. Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed +
communication system. Therefore, transport, communication and trade are complementary to 2
each other. =
5
Today, India is well-linked with the rest of the world despite its vast size, diversity and
linguistic and socio-cultural plurality. Railways, airways, waterways, newspapers, radio,
television, cinema and internet, etc. have been contributing to its socio-economic progress in
many ways.
The trades from local to international levels have added to the vitality of its economy. It has
enriched our life and added substantially to growing amenities and facilities for the comforts
of life. It is thus, evident that a dense and efficient network of transport and communication is
a prerequisite for local, national and global trade of today.
30.1-Why is there a need to interlink with the world?
30.2-Infer the importance of means of transportation and communication for socio- economic
progress?
30.3- How does trade strengthen the economy of a country?
31 ‘The challenge of sustainable development requires control over industrial 5

pollution.’ Substantiate the statement with examples.
32 Explain with examples the accommodative experience of Belgium for peace and harmony. 5
33 ‘Democracy is based on the idea of deliberation and negotiation’.Examine the statement. 5
OR
‘Respect and equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a democratic society’.
Examine the statement.
34 Describe the role of technology in promoting globalisation process. 5
MAP SKILL BASED QUESTION
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.
General Instructions :
i. Question paper comprises five Sections – A, B, C, D and E. There are 32 questions in the question
paper. All questions are compulsory.
ii. Section A – Question no. 1 to 16 are Objective Type Questions of 1 mark each.
iii. Section B – Question no. 17 to 22 are short answer type questions, carrying 3 marks each. Answer
to each question should not exceed 80 words.
iv. Section C – Question no. 23 to 26 are source based questions, carrying 4 marks each.
v. Section D – Question no. 27 to 31 are long answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each. Answer
to each question should not exceed 120 words.
vi. Section E – Question no. 32 is map based, carrying 5 marks with two parts, 32.1 from History (2
marks) and 32.2 from Geography (3 marks).
vii. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been provided
in few questions. Only one of the choices in such questions have to be attempted.
viii. In addition to this, separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever
necessary.
SECTION A
1X16=16
1 Identify the correct statement with regard to ‘The Act of Union -1707’ from the following options. 1
A. The British monarchy surrendered the power to English Parliament.

B. The British parliament seized power from Ireland.
C. The formation of the ‘United Kingdom of Great Britain’.
D. The British nation was formed as a result of a war with Scotland and Wales.
2 Which of the following treaty recognized Greece as an independent nation? 1
A. Treaty of Sevres
B. Treaty of Versailles
C. Treaty of Lausanne
D. Treaty of Constantinople
3 Which of the following was the reason for calling off ‘the Non-cooperation Movement’ by Gandhiji? 1
A. Pressure from the British Government

B. Second Round Table Conference
C. Gandhiji’s arrest
D. Chauri-Chaura incident
4 Fill in the blank : 1

Business Processes Outsourcing (BPO) is an example of _______ industry in India.
OR
Green Revolution has helped------------------------- industry to expand in different parts of India.
5 Choose the correctly matched pair about the Primitive Cultivation in India from the following 1
options:
A. Dahiya – Madhya Pradesh

B. Kumari-Jharkhand
C. Khil -Andhra Pradesh
D. Koman- Karnataka
6 Fill in the blank- 1
Barley: Rabi crop, cotton: kharif, ___________________: zaid crop.
A. Wheat
B. Mustard
C. Soya bean
D. Cucumber
7 Identify the soil with the help of the following features. 1
Red to brown in colour

Sandy in texture and saline in nature
Lacks humus and moisture
8 A type of millet rich in iron, calcium, other micro nutrients and roughage is 1
A. Bajra
B. Rajma
C. Jowar
D. Ragi
9 Population of Sri Lankan Tamils is concentrated in ____________ region of Sri Lanka. 1
A. North and South

B. North and East
C. East and West
D. South and East
10 Define Majoritarianism. 1
OR
Define Ethnicity.
11 Which administrative authority legislates on Residuary subjects? 1

OR
Which administrative authority legislates on Union list?
12 Read the given data and find out which country has most equitable distribution of income. 1
Countries Monthly Income of Citizens in four countries in 2018

Citizen I Citizen II Citizen III Citizen IV Citizen V Average
Country A 10500 11200 10800 11000 10700 10,840
Country B 600 5000 600 600 600 1,480
Country C 550 10500 400 7500 2000 4,190
Country D 800 4800 700 5000 750 2,410
a. Country A
b. Country B
c. Country C
d. Country D
13 Read the information given below and select the correct option - 1
Mohan is an agricultural labourer. There are several months in a year when he has no work and
needs credit to meet his daily expenses. He depends upon his employer, the landowner for credit
who charges an interest rate of 5 per cent per month. Mohan repays the money by working
physically for the landowner on his farmland.
Over the years his debt will –

A. Increase - because of increasing interest and non-payment of monthly amount
B. Remain constant - as he is working for the employer but is repaying less
C. Reduce - as amount equivalent to his salary is being counted as monthly repayment
D. Be totally repaid - as he is repaying the debt in the form of physical labour
OR
Most of the agricultural labourers like Mohan depend upon loans from informal sector. Which of
the following statements about this sector is correct –
A. There are govt. bodies to supervise informal sector

B. Money lenders ask for a reasonable rate of interest
C. Cost of informal loans to the borrower is quite high
D. Money lenders use fair means to get their money back
14 Which one of the following options describe ‘Collateral’? 1
A. Double coincidence of wants

B. Certain products for barter
C. Trade in barter
D. Asset as guarantee for loan
15 Read the given statements in context of ‘globalization’ and choose the correct option - 1
A. It is the only way for economic development of the country

B. Interlinks only production based activities in dispersed locations in the world
C. It has always given only positive results in all the countries
D. Leads to spread of technology, cultures and diseases from a region to another
16 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason ®. Read 1
the statements and chose the correct option:
Assertion (A): Different people have different development goals.

Reason ®: People want freedom, equality, security and respect
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 true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true.
SECTION B
(3X6=18)
17 Why did Gandhiji start Non-Cooperation Movement? Explain. 3
18 Explain the measures and practices introduced by the French revolutionaries to create a sense of 3
collective identity amongst the French people.
OR
“Like Germany, Italy too had a long history of political fragmentation”. Explain.
19 Suggest and explain any three ways to protect land from degradation in various states of India. 3
20 Describe any three steps taken by the government towards decentralization in the year 1992. 3
OR
Describe any three federal features of Indian democracy.
21 Imagine yourself to be XYZ, a member of a women Self- Help Group. Analyse the ways through 3
which your group provides loan to the members.
22 ‘The issue of sustainability is important for development.’ Examine the statement. 3
SECTION C
(4x4=16)
23 Read the source given below and answer the questions that follows: 4
Following the defeat of Napoleon in 1815, European governments were driven by a spirit of
conservatism. Conservatives believed that established, traditional institutions of state and society
– like the monarchy, the Church, social hierarchies, property and the family –should be preserved.
Most conservatives, however, did not propose a return to the society of pre-revolutionary days.
Rather, they realised, from the changes initiated by Napoleon, that modernisation could in fact
strengthen traditional institutions like the monarchy. It could make state power more effective and
stronger. A modern army, an efficient bureaucracy, a dynamic economy, the abolition of feudalism
and serfdom could strengthen the autocratic monarchies of Europe. In 1815, representatives of the
European powers who had collectively defeated Napoleon, met at Vienna to draw up a settlement
for Europe. The Congress was hosted by the Austrian Chancellor Duke Metternich. The delegates
drew up the Treaty of Vienna of 1815 with the object of undoing most of the changes that had come
about in Europe during the Napoleonic wars. The Bourbon dynasty, which had been deposed
during the French Revolution, was restored to power, and France lost the territories it had annexed
under Napoleon. A series of states were set up on the boundaries of France to prevent French
expansion in future.
Answer the following MCQs by choosing the most appropriate option
23.1 Which of the following statements correctly describes about European conservative
ideology?
(1)
A. Preservation of believes introduced by Napoleon
B. Preservation of two sects of Christianity
C. Preservation of socialist ideology in economic sphere
D. Preservation of traditionalist beliefs in state and society
23.2 Identify the purpose to convene the Vienna of Congress in 1815 from the following options?
(1)
A. To declare competition of German unification
B. To restore conservative regime in Europe
C. To declare war against France
D. To start the process of Italian Unification
23. 3. What did conservatives focus on at the Congress of Vienna? Select the appropriate option.(1)
A. To re-establish peace and stability in Europe
B. To establish socialism in Europe
C. To introduce democracy in France
D. To set up a new Parliament in Austria
23.4 How did the Congress of Vienna ensure peace in Europe? Select the appropriate option. (1)
A. With the restoration of Bourbon Dynasty
B. Austria was not given the control of Northern Italy
C. Laying out a balance of power between all the great powers in Europe
D. By giving power to the German confederation
24 Read the text given below and answer the following questions. 4
Manufacturing industries not only help in modernising agriculture, which forms the backbone of
our economy, they also reduce the heavy dependence of people on agricultural income by
providing them jobs in secondary and tertiary sectors. Industrial development is a precondition
for eradication of unemployment and poverty from our country. This was the main philosophy
behind public sector industries and joint sector ventures in India. It was also aimed at bringing
down regional disparities by establishing industries in tribal and backward areas. Export of
manufactured goods expands trade and commerce, and brings in much needed foreign exchange.
Countries that transform their raw materials into a wide variety of finished goods of higher value
are prosperous. India’s prosperity lies in increasing and diversifying its manufacturing industries
as quickly as possible. Agriculture and industry are not exclusive of each other. They move hand in
hand. For instance, the agro-industries in India have given a major boost to agriculture by raising
its productivity.
24.1. Manufacturing industries fall in _________ and agriculture in ___________ . ( 1)
A. Primary, Secondary Sector

B. Secondary, Tertiary Sector
C. Primary, Tertiary Sector
D. Secondary, Primary Sector
24.2. Manufacturing provides job opportunities to reduce dependence on agriculture. Identify

which sector the following jobs belong to – (1)
Jobs created or promoted by manufacturing Sector

industries
a. Garment production 1.Primary
b. Research & Development 2.Tertiary
c. Banking 3.Secondary
d. Mining 4.Quaternary
Choose the correct option –
A. a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4

B. a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
C. a-2, b-3, c-1, d-2
D. a-4, b-1, c-4, d-3
24.3. Which of the following options does not help in modernising agriculture? (1)
A. Manufacturing farm equipment

B. Providing unskilled labour force
C. Supplying fertilizers and pesticides
D. Producing tube well pumps and sprinklers
24.4. In order to attract foreign manufacturing firms, a country needs to develop - (1)
A. Agrarian facilities
B. Cultivable lands
C. Media facilities
D. Infrastructure facilities
25 Read the given extract and answer the following questions. 4
In a democracy, we are most concerned with ensuring that people will have the right to choose
their rulers and people will have control over the rulers. Whenever possible and necessary, citizens
should be able to participate in decision making, that affects them all. Therefore, the most basic
outcome of democracy should be that it produces a government that is accountable to the citizens,
and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens. Some people think that democracy
produces less effective government. It is, of course, true that non-democratic rulers are very quick
and efficient in decision making and implementation, whereas, democracy is based on the idea of
deliberation and negotiation. So, some delay is bound to take place. But, because it has followed
procedures, its decisions may be both more acceptable to the people and more effective. Moreover,
when citizens want to know if a decision was taken through the correct procedures, they can find
this out. They have the right and the means to examine the process of decision making. This is
known as transparency. This factor is often missing from a non-democratic government. There is
another aspect in which democratic government is certainly better than its alternatives:
democratic government is legitimate government. It may be slow, less efficient, not always very
responsive, or clean. But a democratic government is people’s own government.
25.1. People’s right to choose their own rulers is called as the – (1)
A. Right to Initiate
B. Right to Plebiscite
C. Right to Vote
D. Right to Referendum
25.2. Which of the following options helps in promoting transparency in the governance? (1)
A. Right to education
B. Right to information
C. Right against exploitation
D. Right to speech and expression
25.3. __________________________ make/s the government legitimate. (1)
A. Credibility of politicians
B. People’s movements
C. Free and fair elections
D. Holding of powers
25.4. Decisions in a democracy are more acceptable to the people because they are - (1)
A. Taken swiftly and implemented quickly

B. Taken by giving privileges to the people
C. Taken through elites’ votes
D. Taken after following due processes
26 Read the source given below and answer the following questions - 4
Ford Motors, an American company, is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers with
production spread over 26 countries of the world. Ford Motors came to India in 1995 and spent
Rs. 1700 crore to set up a large plant near Chennai. This was done in collaboration with Mahindra
and Mahindra, a major Indian manufacturer of jeeps and trucks. By the year 2004, Ford Motors
was selling 27,000 cars in the Indian markets, while 24,000 cars were exported from India to South
Africa, Mexico and Brazil. The company wanted to develop Ford India as a component supplying
base for its other plants across the globe.
26.1. The passage given above relates to which of the following options? (1)
A. Increased employment
B. Foreign investment
C. Foreign collaboration
D. International competition
26.2. According to the given passage, Ford Motors can be termed as a Multi-National Company
based on which of the following options? (1)
A. Production of different types of automobiles

B. Largest automobile manufacturer in the world
C. Because of largescale exports of cars across globe
D. Industrial and commercial ventures across globe
26.3. By setting up their production plants in India, Ford Motors wanted to – (1)
A. Collaborate with a leading Indian Automobile company

B. Satisfy the demands of American, African and Indian markets
C. Tap the benefits of low-cost production and a large market
D. Take over small automobile manufacturing units in India
26.4. ‘Ford Motors' wish to develop Ford India as a component supplying base for its other
plants across the globe is an evidence of - (1)
A. Promoting local industries of India

B. Merging trade from different countries
C. Supplying jobs to factory workers in India
D. Interlinking of production across countries
SECTION D
(5x5=25)
27 How did people belonging to different communities, regions or language groups develop a sense 5
of collective belonging in the nineteenth century India? Explain.
OR
Explain the meaning and notion of ‘Swaraj’ as perceived by the plantation workers. How did they 2
respond to the call of ‘the Non – Cooperation movement’? +
3
=
5
28 Describe the role of mass communication in India. 5

OR
Describe the benefits of Roadways.
29 Suggest and explain any five ways to reform Political Parties in India. 5
30 ‘Power sharing is the essence of a democratic government.’ Examine the statement. 5
31 ‘Tertiary sector is playing a significant role in the development of Indian Economy’. Justify the 5
statement.
OR
‘Public sector contributes to the economic development of India.’ Justify the statement.
SECTION-E
MAP SKILL BASED QUESTION
(2+3=5)
32.1 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
A. Indian National Congress session at this place in 1927

B. Mahatma Gandhi organized a Satyagraha Movement at this place for indigo planters
32.2 On the same outline map of India locate and label any THREE of the following with suitable 3
Symbols.
a. Rana Pratap Sagar Dam
b. Namrup Thermal Plant
c. Bengaluru Software Technology Park
d. Vishakhapatnam Port
e. Naraura Nuclear Power Plant
Note : The following questions are for Visually Impaired Candidates only in lieu of Q. No.32. 5
Attempt any FIVE questions.
32.1 Name the State where the session of Indian National Congress was held in 1920. 1
32.2 Name the State where the movement of Indigo planters was started. 1
32.3 Name the State where the Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred. 1
32.4 Name the State where Sardar Sarovar Dam is located. 1
32.5 Name the State where Bhilai Iron and Steel plant is located. 1
32.6 Name the State where Pune Software Technology Park is located. 1
32.7 Name the State where Kochi ‘Sea Port’ is located. 1
General Instructions :
i. Question paper comprises Six Sections – A, B, C, D, E and F. There are 37 questions in the
question paper. All questions are compulsory.
ii. Section A – From question 1 to 20 are MCQs of 1 mark each.
iii. Section B – Question no. 21 to 24 are Very Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 2 marks
each. Answer to each question should not exceed 40 words.
iv. Section C contains Q.25to Q.29 are Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 3 marks each.
Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words
v. Section D – Question no. 30 to 33 are long answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each.
Answer to each question should not exceed 120 words.
vi. Section-E - Questions no from 34 to 36 are case based questions with three sub questions
and are of 4 marks each
vii. Section F – Question no. 37 is map based, carrying 5 marks with two parts, 37a from History
(2 marks) and 37b from Geography (3 marks).
viii. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been
provided in few questions. Only one of the choices in such questions have to be attempted.
ix. In addition to this, separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever
necessary.
SECTION A
MCQs (1X20=20)
1 What helped in the colonisation of Asian and African countries? Identify the correct 1
statement from the following options.
A. Intergovernmental policies for the expansion of trade
B. Governmental invite to the mother countries for expansion
C. Technology, investments and improvement in transport
D. Capitalists of these regions wanted trade with colonial powers
2 Which of the following newspaper was started by Bal Gangadhar Tilak? 1
A. Hindu
B. Kesari
C. Sudharak
D. Pratap
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3 Look at the picture given below. Identify the name of the painter of this painting from the 1
following options.
A. Abindra Nath Tagore

B. Rabindra Nath Tagore
C. Raja Ravi Verma
D. Samant Das Gupta
Note : The following question is for Visually Impaired Candidates only in lieu of Q. No. 3
Who among the following was the author of the book ‘Gita Govind’?
A. Tulsidas
B. Surdas
C. Jayadev
D. Raidas
4 Arrange the following in chronological order: 1

I. Print culture created the conditions for the French Revolution
II. Martin Luther’s writings led to beginning of the Protestant Reformation
III. Menocchio reinterpreted the message of the Bible
IV. Johann Gutenberg invented Printing press
OPTIONS:
A. III, II, I & IV
B. I, II, III & IV
C. IV, III, II & I
D. IV, II, III & I
5 Identify the crop with the help of the following information 1

 It is a crop which is used both as food and fodder.
 It is a kharif crop which requires temperature between 21°C to 27°C.
 It grows well in old alluvial soil.
 Use of modern inputs have contributed to the increasing production of this crop.
Options:
A. Wheat
B. Maize
C. Rice
D. Sugarcane
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6 Which of the following description of forest is NOT correct? 1
A. Reserved Forest -Reservation of more than half of forests
B. Protected Forest- Reservation of 1/3 of the forests
C. Unclassed Forest-Reservation of forest under govt. and private individuals
D. Permanent Forest-Reserved and unclassed forest for the production of timber
7 Match the following : 1
EXAMPLES
RESOURCES
I. Forests and wildlife
a. Renewable Resources:
II. The oceanic resources
b. Non -Renewable Resources:
III. Roads, canals and railway
c. National Resources:
IV. Minerals and fossil fuels
d. International Resources:
OPTIONS
A. a-I, b-IV, c-III, d-II
B. a-II, b-I, c-IV, d-III
C. a-IV, b-I , c-IV, d-II
D. a-I, b-IV, c-II, d-III
8 Consider the following statements regarding power sharing arrangements in Belgium and 1
identify the incorrect one from the following:
A. Equal number of members from Dutch and French community in the central government
B. Separate government for Brussels with equal representation of communities
C. The state government to be subordinate to the central government
D. Community government elected by people belonging to one language community
9 Which one of the following subjects comes under the legislation of Centre and State in 1
India?
A. Education
B. Forests
C. Banking
D. Trade
10 Which of the following statement is true regarding Feminist Movements? 1

A. A group which favours giving more power to working women at rural and urban level.
B. A movement that believes in giving exclusive rights to female in urban areas.
C. Radical women’s movements aimed at equality in personal and family life as well.
D. It is the practice of placing a feminine and masculine point of view in decision making.
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11 Which one among the following pairs is correctly matched? 1
LIST I LIST II
A. Bharatiya Janata Party National Democratic Alliance
B. Congress Party Left front
C. Communist Party of India Regional Party
D. Mizo National Front United Progressive Alliance
12. There are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark your answer as 1
per the codes provided below:
Assertion (A): Democracy is an accountable, responsive and legitimate government
Reason (R): Democracies have regular, free and fair elections and decision-making is based on
norms and procedures
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 true but R is false.
D. A is false but R is true.
13 Which one of the following religions was protected and fostered by Sri Lankans in their 1
constitution?
A. Christianity
B. Hinduism
C. Buddhism
D. Islam
14 Read the given data and find out children of which state has attained maximum elementary 1
school education?
States Per Capita Infant Literac Net Attendance Ratio (per 100
Income Mortality y Rate persons) secondary stage
%
For 2018– Rate per 1,000 (age 14 and 15 years) 2017–18
2017–18
19 (in Rs) live births
(2018)
HARYANA 2,36,147 30 82 61
KERALA 2,04,105 7 94 83
BIHAR 40,982 32 62 43
Sources: Economic Survey 2020–21, P.A 157, National Sample Survey Organisation (Report No. 585), National
statistical office, Government of India.
A. Haryana
B. Bihar
C. Haryana and Kerala both
D. Kerala
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15. Read the following data and select the appropriate option from the following. 1
Educational Achievement of Rural Population of Uttar Pradesh
Category Male Female
Literacy rate for rural population 76% 54%
Literacy rate for rural children in age group 10-14 years 90% 87%
Percentage of rural children aged 10-14 attending school 85% 82%
How much percentage of girls are not attending school?

A. 81%
B. 61%
C. 69%
D. 18%
16. Find the odd one out from the following options: 1
A. Tourist Guide, Barber, Tailor, and Potter
B. Teacher, Doctor, Vegetable Vendor and Lawyer
C. Postman, Cobbler, Soldier and Police Constable
D. Indian Railways, Jet Airways, Doordarshan and Metro
17. Fill in the blank: 1
SECTOR CRITERIA USED
Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Nature of economic activity
Organized & Unorganized ?
OPTIONS:
A. Nature of Employment activities
B. Nature of Social activities
C. Nature of Production activities
D. Nature of Political activities
18. Read the information given below and select the correct option 1
Rohan has taken a loan of Rs.5 lakhs from the bank to purchase a house on 12% rate of interest.
He has to submit papers of new house and salary record to the bank. What is this process called
as?
[
A. Interest Rate
B. Collateral
C. Principal Amount
D. Instalments
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Which of the following international agencies allow free trade and work on mutual trade
19. 1
between countries?
A. WTO
B. IMF
C. UPU
D. FAO
20. Identify the correct statements about globalization. 1
I. Removal of barriers by the government

II. Foreign companies are allowed to set up factories
III. Has enabled all companies to increase their investments
IV. Has lessened foreign investment and foreign trade
OPTIONS:
A. I &II
B. II & III
C. I & III
D. II & IV
SECTION B
VERY SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (2X4=8)
21 Analyse any two factors that were responsible for the Great Depression in America during 1929. 2
22 Mention the provisions that constitute India into a secular country. 2
23 Suggest any two ways to conserve energy resources in India. 2

OR
Suggest any two ways to improve the usage of Solar energy.
24. In what ways Government can increase employment in the rural sector? 2
SECTION C
SHORT ANSWER BASED QUESTIONS (3X5=15)
25. How was the social and political situation of India affected by the First World War? Explain. 3
OR
How did the Indian merchants and industrialists relate themselves to the Civil Disobedience
Movement? Explain.
26. Examine the factors that influence the distribution pattern of the railway network in India. 3
27. In what ways Multi National Corporation (MNC) different from other companies? Explain with 3
an example.
28. Differentiate between democratic and non-democratic government. 3
29. ‘Tertiary sector is different from other sectors.’ Justify the statement with suitable arguments. 3
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SECTION D
LONG ANSWER BASED QUESTIONS (5X4=20)
30 Highlight the various measures and practices that French revolutionaries introduced to create a 5
sense of collective identity amongst the French people.
OR
Highlight the role of Otto Von Bismarck in making of Germany. 5
31. ‘Manufacturing sector is considered as the backbone of general and economic development.’ 5
Examine the statement in the context of India.
OR 5
Examine the multi-pronged aspects of Information Technology and Electronics Industry.
32. Describe the role of political parties in India. 5

OR
Describe the necessity or utility of political parties in democratic countries. 5
33. Explain the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the rural society. 5
OR
Explain the significance of The Reserve Bank of India in the Indian economy.
5
SECTION-E
CASE BASED QUESTIONS (4x3=12)
34 Read the source given below and answer the question that follows: 4
Will Thorne is one of those who went in search of seasonal work, loading bricks and doing odd
jobs. He describes how job-seekers walked to London in search of work:
‘I had always wanted to go to London, and my desire … was stimulated by letters from an old
workmate … who was now working at the Old Kent Road Gas Works … I finally decided to go
… in November, 1881. With two friends I started out to walk the journey, filled with the hope
that we would be able to obtain employment, when we get there, with the kind assistance of my
friend … we had little money when we started, not enough to pay for our food and lodgings each
night until we arrived in London. Some days we walked as much as twenty miles, and other days
less. Our money was gone at the end of the third day … For two nights we slept out – once under
a haystack, and once in an old farm shed … On arrival in London we tried to find … my friend
… but … were unsuccessful. Our money was gone, so there was nothing for us to do but to walk
around until late at night, and then try to find some place to sleep. We found an old building and
slept in it that night. The next day, Sunday, late in the afternoon, we got to the Old Kent Gas
Works, and applied for work. To my great surprise, the man we had been looking for was working
at the time. He spoke to the foreman and I was given a job.’
Quoted in Raphael Samuel, ‘Comers and Goers’, in H.J. Dyos and Michael Wolff, eds, The Victorian City:
Images and Realities, 1973.
34.1 Analyse the major factor which led London become an attractive place for the job seekers. 1
34.2 Analyse the reason for the appointment of Will Thorne by the Old Kent Gas works. 1
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34.3 Examine the preference of hand labour over machines by the industrialists of the Victorian 2
Britain.
35. Read the given extract and answer following questions 4

Narmada Bachao Andolan or Save Narmada Movement is a Non-Governmental Organisation
(NGO) that mobilized tribal people, farmers, environmentalists and human rights activists against
the Sardar Sarovar Dam being built across the Narmada river in Gujarat. It originally focused on
the environmental issues related to trees that would be submerged under the dam water. Recently
it has re-focused the aim to enable poor citizens, especially the oustees (displaced people) to get
full rehabilitation facilities from the government.
People felt that their suffering would not be in vain… accepted the trauma of displacement
believing in the promise of irrigated fields and plentiful harvests. So, often the survivors of Rihand
told us that they accepted their sufferings as sacrifice for the sake of their nation. But now, after
thirty bitter years of being adrift, their livelihood having even being more precarious, they keep
asking: “Are we the only ones chosen to make sacrifices for the nation?”
Source: S. Sharma, quoted in In the Belly of the River. Tribal conflicts over development in Narmada valley. A.
Baviskar. 1995.
35.1 With what objective ‘Sardar Sarovar Dam’ was built? 1

35.2 Analyse the reason of protest by the tribal people. 1
35.3 Highlight the issues on which ‘Save Narmada Movement’ worked on. 2
36. Read the given extract and answer following questions. 4

Power sharing arrangements can also be seen in the way political parties, pressure groups and
movements control or influence those in power. In a democracy, the citizens must have freedom
to choose among various contenders for power. In contemporary democracies, this takes the form
of competition among different parties. Such competition ensures that power does not remain in
one hand. In the long run, power is shared among different political parties that represent different
ideologies and social groups. Sometimes this kind of sharing can be direct, when two or more
parties form an alliance to contest elections. If their alliance is elected, they form a coalition
government and thus share power. In a democracy, we find interest groups such as those of
traders, businessmen, industrialists, farmers and industrial workers. They also will have share in
governmental power, either through participation in governmental committees or bringing
influence on the decision-making process.
36.1 ‘Power sharing is an essential component of democracy.’ Give one example to prove the 1
statement.
1
36.2 How is alliance building an example of power sharing?
36.3 How Political parties, pressure groups and movements help in controlling or influencing 2
those who are in power?
SECTION-F
MAP SKILL BASED QUESTION (2+3=5)
37 37a. Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India. 2
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Identify them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them.
A. Indian National Congress session at this place in 1920
B. The place where Mahatma Gandhi broke Salt Law.
37b. On the same outline map of India locate and label any THREE of the following with 3
suitable Symbols.
a. Hirakud Dam
b. Tarapur Atomic Power Station
c. Noida Software Technology Park
d. Kochi Port
Note: The following questions are for Visually Impaired Candidates only in lieu of Q. No.37. 5
Attempt any FIVE questions.
37.1 Name the Place where the session of Indian National Congress was held in September 1920.
1
37.2 Name the place where Mahatma Gandhi broke Salt Law. 1
37.3 Name the State where Hirakud Dam is located. 1
37.4 Name the State where Tarapur nuclear plant is located. 1
37.5 Name the State where Noida Software Technology Park is located. 1
37.6 Name the State where Kochi ‘Sea Port’ is located. 1
A A
B
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CBSE
1. The question paper comprises Six Sections – A, B, C, D, E and F. There are 37 questions
in the Question paper. All questions are compulsory.
2. Section A – From questions 1 to 20 are MCQs of 1 mark each.
3. Section B – Question no. 21 to 24 are Very Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 2 marks
4. Section C contains Q.25to Q.29 are Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 3 marks each.
Answer to each question should not exceed 60 words
5. Section D – Question no. 30 to 33 are long answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each.
6. Section-E - Questions no from 34 to 36 are case based questions with three sub questions
and are of 4 marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
7. Section F – Question no. 37 is map based, carrying 5 marks with two parts, 37a from History
8. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been
provided in few questions. Only one of the choices in such questions have to be attempted.
9. In addition to this, separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever
necessary.
10. Note: CBQ stands for “Competency Based Question”. 50% weightage allocated for
competency-based questions.
SECTION A
MCQs (1X20=20)
1. Identify the correct option that describes the act given below. 1
i. The Act was passed by the Imperial Legislative Council.
ii. It gave power to the government to repress political activities.
iii. It empowered the government to detain political prisoners without trial.
Options:
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a. Rowlatt Act
b. Vernacular Press Act
c. Government of India Act
d. Inland Emigration Act
2. Which place in India has an artificial lake to conserve water that dates to 11th 1
century?
a. Delhi
b. Bhopal
c. Mumbai
d. Kolhapur
3. Read the data given below and answer the question. 1
Educational Achievement of Rural Population of Uttar Pradesh
As per the data given above who has the least percentage of literacy rate in
rural population?
a. Male
b. Children
c. Male& Female
d. Female
4. Which of the following options represent potential measures that can be 1
taken to mitigate the threats posed on the tiger population and biodiversity?
i. Banning hunting, giving legal protection to their habitats, and restricting trade
in wildlife
ii. Prohibiting the visit of public into forest area.
iii. Establishing wildlife sanctuaries and National Parks
iv. Converting forests into Reserved and Protected forests
Options:
a. Statement i and ii are correct.
b. Statement ii, iii & iv are correct
c. Statement ii is correct.
d. Statement (i), (iii) & (iv) are correct.

5. When many countries of Europe came together to form the European Union, 1
was chosen as its headquarters.
a. Brussels
b. Paris
c. London
d. Zurich
6. Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes between 1
Majoritarianism and Power sharing?
a. Majoritarianism emphasizes the dominance of the majority community, while
Power sharing emphasizes the sharing of power among different groups.
b. Majoritarianism emphasizes the need for consensus building, while Power
sharing emphasizes the exclusion of minority groups.
c. Majoritarianism emphasizes the importance of accommodating minority
interests, while Power sharing emphasizes the need for majority rule.
d. Majoritarianism emphasizes the need for peaceful resolution of conflicts,
while Power sharing emphasizes the use of force to impose the majority's
will.
7. There are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark your 1
answer as per the codes provided below:
Assertion (A): Democracies are based on political equality
Reason(R): All individuals have equal say in electing representatives.
a. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
b. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
c. (A) is correct but (R) is wrong
d. (A) is wrong but (R) is correct
8. Rahul has a sack of cotton but he is in need of wheat and Anush has a sack 1
of wheat and is in need of cotton, under this situation both will be able to
exchange their goods. In case of absence of such coincidence of wants, they
may not exchange their goods.
Which one of the following would be the best option that describes the mutual
exchange of goods and eliminate the exchange of goods?
Options:
a. Double coincidence of want, Exchanging commodity for commodity.
b. Double Coincidence of want, Credit on Commodity
c. Double coincidence of want, Loan on commodity.
d. Double coincidence of want, Money

9. You are a citizen of a country that has a democratic form of government. You 1
want to ensure that the system of power-sharing in your country is effective
and that no one branch of government has absolute power.
Which of the following measures would best meet this goal?
a. All power is concentrated in the hands of the legislature only.
b. Power is divided between the central government and the states or
provinces, with each level having its own sphere of influence.
c. Power is separated among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches,
with each branch having its own responsibilities and powers.
d. Power is shared among different levels of government, such as the national,
regional, and local governments, with each level having some degree of
autonomy.
10. Identify the painting from the options given below. 1
a. Frankfurt Parliament
b. Reichstag
c. Duma
d. The House of Parliament
Note: The following question is for Visually Impaired Candidates only in lieu
of Q. No. 10
Q. Which of the following does the symbol “crown of oak leaves “stand for?
a. Freedom
b. Shows readiness to fight.
c. Willingness to make peace.
d. Heroism.
11. Evaluate the impacts of opening foreign trade on the global economy by 1
identifying the appropriate statements among the following options:
I. The choice of goods in the markets increase.

ii. Producers from two countries closely compete against each other despite the
distance between their locations.
iii. Foreign trade thus results in connecting the markets or integration of markets
in different countries.
iv. The quality of the product is always good.
Options:
a. Statements i and ii are appropriate.
b. Statements i, ii and iii are appropriate.
c. All the statements are appropriate.
d. Only statement iv is appropriate.
12. Choose the correction option to complete the statement. 1
If a government provides its citizens a right and means to examine the
process of decision, it is .
a. An accountable government.
b. A responsible government.
c. A transparent government.
d. A stable government.
13. Arrange the following statements in sequential order based on the events 1
that shaped the Non-cooperation movement.
i. General Dyer opened fire at the large crowd gathered in the enclosed ground of
Jallianwala Bagh.
ii. “Forced recruitment” carried out by the British government and the economic
hardships faced by the people during the first world war.
iii. The defeat of the Ottoman Emperor of Turkey led to the formation of the Khilafat
movement.
iv. Gandhiji launched a nationwide satyagraha against the Rowlatt act.
Options:
a. iv, iii, ii, i
b. ii, i, iv,iii
c. i, iv, iii, ii
d. i, ii, iii, iv
14. If there is a disruption by transporters and lorries refuse to transport 1
vegetables, milk, etc. from rural areas to urban areas, food will become
scarce in urban areas, whereas farmers will be unable to sell their products.
Which of the following sectors will be affected due to this situation stated
above?
a. Primary and Secondary
b. Secondary and Tertiary
c. Tertiary, Primary and Secondary
d. Tertiary and Primary.

15. Consider the statements given below and choose the correct answer 1
Statement I: Western printing techniques and mechanical press were imported in
the late 19th Century as western powers established their outposts in China.
Statement II: Beijing became the hub of the new print culture, catering to western-
style schools.
a. Statement (i) is correct and (ii) is incorrect.
b. Statement (i) is incorrect and (ii) is correct
c. Both (i) & (ii) are incorrect
d. Both (i) & (ii) are correct
16. “M” gave his friend clues about a type of soil that suits for growing cotton. 1
Which of the following clues provided by "M" would be most useful in
identifying the ideal type of soil?
Clues:
i. It is well-known for its capacity to hold moisture.
ii. It turns yellow when it is hydrated.
iii. It is rich in kankur and bhangar nodules.
iv. It is a well-drained loamy soil.
a. Clue i
b. Clue i and iii
c. Clue i and ii
d. Clue iv
17. Choose the right option to fill in the blank. 1
The emergence of is directly connected to the rise of political parties.
a. Monitory democracies
b. Direct democracies
c. Representative democracies
d. Constitutional democracies
18. The process of integration between different countries is called as________. 1
a. Privatization
b. Globalization
c. Liberalization
d. Competition

19. Which of the following statements Is correct keeping the requirement of 1
formation of government in view.
Statement i: It is possible for independent candidates to form a government.
Statement ii: Government formation is exclusively reserved for political parties.
Statement iii: The formation of government is limited to only elected political
parties.
Statement iv: Government can only be formed by political parties that are elected
and hold a majority.
Options:
a. Statement i and ii are right.
b. Statement i, ii and iii are right.
c. Statement iii is right.
d. Only statement iv is right.
20. There are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark your 1
answer as per the codes provided below:
Assertion (A): India is a country with a multi-party system set up.
Reason (R): The multi-party system often appears very messy and leads to
political instability.
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.
SECTION B
VERY SHORT ANSWER QUESTION (24=8)
21. 2
Q: Study the map thoroughly and answer the question given below.
What can be inferred about the linguistic diversity and its potential impact
on social and political life in Belgium?"

For Visually impaired students in lieu of the above question.
Q: Mention the languages that are dominantly present in Belgium;
22. (A): “The most powerful weapon of the Spanish conqueror was not a 2
conventional military weapon at all.” Justify the above statement by giving
two reasons.
OR
(B): “Traders and travelers introduced new crops to lands they travelled.
“Substantiate this statement with illustrations.
23. Mr. Palani is from Tamil Nādu, wishes to cultivate either Tea or Wheat. Which 2
one of the crops out of the two can he cultivate in his state? Substantiate
your answer with any two reasons.
24. Mention any two reasons to state that India is a federal country. 2
SECTION C
SHORT ANSWER-BASED QUESTIONS (3x5-15)
25. Provide evidence to support the claim that print culture had a significant 3
impact on the social lives of women in India?
26. (A) ; A worker in an urban area, who was working in a small factory, was not 3
paid his wages properly, he was forced to work extra hours under poor
working conditions, there was no job security, recently he lost his job and
was found selling electrical items in a pushcart.
Analyze the role of the government in protecting the workers working in an
Unorganized sector.
OR
(B) : Mr Pawan, a village head wanted to create more job opportunities to
increase the income of the people of his village under MNREGA act, Suggest
any three activities, so that Mr Pawan could initiate in his village.
27. “Agriculture gives boost to the industrial sector’. Justify the statement with 3
any three relevant points.
28. The Indian constitution provides three lists to distribute the legislative 3
power. State any two subjects that are included in the union list. In which list
the subject “Education” is included and why?
29. Compare Tables “A” & “B” and answer the question given below. 3
Table- A
Share of sectors in employment in %
Year Tertiary Secondary Primary Year
1977-78 18 11 71 1977-78
2017-18 31 25 44 2017-18
Table –B
Share of Sectors in GDP in %
Year Tertiary Secondary Primary
1973-74 50 10 40
2013-14 68 21 11
A remarkable fact about India is that while there has been a change in the share
ofthe three sectors in GDP, a similar shift has not taken place in employment. Why
didn’t a similar shift out of primary sector happen in case of employment?

Substantiate your answer.
of Q. No29
Q. Tertiary sector activities help in the development of Primary and
Secondary sectors. Substantiate your answer.
SECTION D
LONG ANSWER-BASED QUESTIONS (5X4=20)
30 (A) : Analyze the impact of mining activities on the local environment and the 5
health of the surrounding communities.
OR
(B) : “Non-conventional resources are the best option to conserve the natural
resources” Substantiate this statement with Examples.
31 (A) : How would you evaluate Napoleon as an administrator who created 5
amore rational and efficient system? Elucidate with suitable examples.
OR
(B) : Analyze the decisions taken by the conservatives at the Congress
ofVienna in the year 1815.
32 (A) : Analyse the role of a multiparty system in a democratic country like India. 5
OR
(B) : Evaluate the differences between the national and regional parties and
assess the requirements for a regional party to become a national party.
(A) : A farmer has borrowed money from a money lender at a high rate of 5
33. interest, as he could not pay the interest, he was forced to borrow from
another landlord to settle the amount for the interest borrowed to the money
lender. State the consequences he may face in this situation.
OR
(B) : “Self –help groups eliminates poverty and empowers women”.
Substantiate with suitable answer.
SECTION E
CASE-BASED QUESTIONS ( 4X3=12)
34 Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow:
It is said of “passive resistance” that it is the weapon of the weak, but the power
which is the subject of this article can be used only by the strong. This power is
notpassive resistance; indeed, it calls for intense activity. The movement in South
Africawas not passive but active …
'Satyagraha is not physical force. A satyagrahi does not inflict pain on the adversary;
he does not seek his destruction … In the use of satyagraha, there is no ill will
whatever. 'Satyagraha is pure soul force. Truth is the very substance of the soul.
That is why this force is called satyagraha. The soul is informed with knowledge.
Init burns the flame of love. … Nonviolence is the supreme dharma …' It is certain
thatIndia cannot rival Britain or Europe in force of arms. The British worship the war
godand they can all of them become, as they are becoming, bearers of arms. The
hundreds of millions in India can never carry arms. They have made the religion of
non-violence their own …

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 will collapse
within a year.
1. Why did Gandhiji say that passive resistance is not the weapon of
1
the weak?
2. “Satyagraha is pure soul-force.” Substantiate this statement in 20 1
words. 2
3. What according to Mahatma Gandhi is the best weapon to use to
collapse British rule in India?
Maharashtra is a state located in western India, with a population of over 110 million
people. The state is home to several large cities, including Mumbai, and has a
significant agricultural sector. However, the state is facing a severe water crisis, with
its water resources coming under increasing pressure due to climate change,
industrialization, and urbanization. The main challenges faced by water resource
management in Maharashtra are:
i. Overexploitation of groundwater: Maharashtra is one of the most groundwater-
stressed states in India, with the demand for water exceeding the supply.
Overexploitation of groundwater for agriculture and urban use has led to a
decline in water levels, which has severe implications for the sustainability of
water resources.
ii. Pollution of surface water: Industrialization and urbanization have led to the
pollution of surface water bodies such as rivers and lakes. The pollution has
ledto water quality degradation, which poses risks to human health and the
environment.
iii. Inefficient irrigation practices: The agricultural sector is the largest user of water
in Maharashtra, accounting for around 80% of total water use. However,
traditional irrigation practices such as flood irrigation are inefficient and lead to
the wastage of water. 1
1. Mention any one reasons for the water crisis faced by the state
ofMaharashtra.
2. Propose any one solution to mitigate the water crisis faced by 1
Maharashtrastate.
3. Despite being the second highest rainfall-receiving state of the country,
Maharashtra still faces water crisis. Substantiate this statement in 40 2
words.
For comparing countries, their income is considered to be one of the most important
attributes. Countries with higher income are more developed than others with less
income. This is based on the understanding that more income means more of all
things that human beings need. Whatever people like, and should have, they will
beable to get with greater income. So, greater income itself is considered to be
one important goal. Now, what is the income of a country? Intuitively, the income
of thecountry is the income of all the residents of the country. This gives us the

total income of the country. However, for comparison between countries, total
income isnot such a useful measure. Since, countries have different populations,
comparing total income will not tell us what an average person is likely to earn.
Are people in one country better off than others in a different country? Hence, we
compare the average income which is the total income of the country divided by
its totalpopulation. The average income is also called per capita income. In World
Development Reports, brought out by the World Bank, this criterion is used in
classifying countries. Countries with per capita income of US$ 49,300 per annum
and above in 2019, are called high income or rich countries and those with per capita
income of US$ 2500 or less are called low-income countries. The rich countries,
excluding countries of Middle East and certain other small countries are generally
called developed countries.
1. Explain the significance of per capita Income. 2
2. What are the classifications of countries based on per capita income, and
which entity is responsible for determining these classifications?" 2
SECTION F
MAP SKILL-BASED QUESTION (2+3=5)
37 Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India.
a. Identify them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them. 2
i. Indian National congress session at this place in 1920.
ii. The place where Mahatma Gandhi broke the salt law.

37
On the same outline map of India locate and label any 3 of the following
b. 3
withsuitable symbols.
i. A Coal mine in Tamil Nādu
ii. A dam built on river Chenab in India.
iii. A largest natural major seaport located at Andhra Pradesh
iv. Noida software technology park
Note: The following question is for Visually Impaired Candidates only in lieu 2
of Q. No. 37 a & b.
37 a. i. Name the place where the Indian National Congress session was held in
September 1920.
ii. Name the place where Mahatma Gandhi Broke the salt law.
Answer any 3 of the following. 3
37. b. i. Name the coal mine located at Tamil Nādu
ii. Name the dam built on the river Chenab.
iii. Name the largest natural seaport located at Andhra Pradesh.
iv. Mention the state where Noida software technology park is located.

CLASS X – 2024-25
1. The question paper comprises Six Sections – A, B, C, D, E and F. There are 37 questions in
the Question paper. All questions are compulsory.
2. Section A – From questions 1 to 20 are MCQs of 1 mark each.
3. Section B – Question no. 21 to 24 are Very Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 2 marks
4. Section C contains Q.25to Q.29 are Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 3 marks each.
5. Section D – Question no. 30 to 33 are long answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each.
6. Section-E - Questions no from 34 to 36 are case based questions with three sub questions
and are of 4 marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100 words.
7. Section F – Question no. 37 is map based, carrying 5 marks with two parts, 37a from History
8. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been
provided in few questions. Only one of the choices in such questions must be attempted.
9. A separate question has been provided for visually impaired candidates in lieu of questions
having visual inputs, maps etc. Such questions are to be attempted by Visually impaired
students only. In addition to this, separate instructions are given with each section and
question, wherever necessary.
SECTION A
MCQs (20x1=20)
1. Why did nationalists in late-nineteenth-century India focus on recording and 1

preserving folklore?
(A) To create new forms of artistic expression that reflected modern India.
(B) To restore a sense of pride in traditional culture and national identity
(C) To use folklore as a tool for economic development and modernization.
(D) To promote a uniform culture that could be adopted across all Indian regions.
1 Social Science-X SQP-2024-25

2. Interpret the following pie diagram and choose the correct option for the following 1
question?
What is the significance of 43 percent land under plains?

(A) It provides facilities for agriculture and industry.
(B) It provides facilities for tourism.
(C) It ensures perennial flow of some river.
(D) It possesses rich reserves of minerals, fossil fuels and forests.
of Q. No. 2.
Transformation of things available in our environment involves an interactive
relationship between …………………………………………. Choose the correct
option from below.
(A) Nature and technology
(B) Nature, technology, and institutions
(C) Nature and institutions
(D) Environment and human beings
3. Read the data given below and answer the question. 1
State Infant mortality rate per 1000 Literacy rate%

live births(2018) (2017-18)
A 30 82
B 7 94
As per the data given above, why state B has a low infant mortality rate?
(A) It has high per capita income.
(B) It has better infrastructure than state A
(C) It has good teachers and schools.
(D) It has health care and education for all.

4. Match list I and II and select the correct answer using the codes below in the lists: 1
List I List II
1. Reserved Forests a. North Eastern States
2. Protected Forests b. Andhra Pradesh
3. Unclassed Forests c. Haryana
Options:
(A) 1 (a), 2 (b), 3 (c)
(B) 1 (c), 2 (b), 3 (a)
(C) 1 (a), 2 (c), 3 (b)
(D) 1 (b), 2 (c), 3 (a)
5. Conservation of forest is a key to the survival of human mankind. Some of the 1

practices undertaken in India in this direction is Joint Forest Management. Identify
the correct information related to Joint Forest Management.
1. It involves local communities in the management and restoration of degraded

forests.
2. The programme has been in formal existence since 1980.
3. Jharkhand passed the first resolution for Joint Forest Management.
4. The members of local village communities are entitled to intermediary benefits like
non timber forest producers.
Options:
(A) 1 and 2 only

(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 4 only
(D) 3 and 4 only
6. The people of Belgium have successfully dealt with their country’s power sharing 1
problem and is leading a happy and peaceful life. Which route to federation have
they opted for?
(A) Coming together.
(B) Cooperative Federation
(C) Holding Together
(D) Competitive Federation
7. Match list I with list II and select the correct answer using the codes below in the 1
lists:
List I List II
1. Ethnic a. Either only one or two level government
2.Majoritrianism b. a violent conflict opposing groups within a country
3.Civil war c. Belief that the majority community should be able to rule a
country
4.Unitary system d. a social division based on culture

(A) 1.d), 2.a), 3. c), 4. b)
(B) 1.b), 2.d), 3. a), 4. c)
(C) 1.c), 2.a), 3. b), 4. d)
(D) 1.d), 2.c), 3. b), 4. a)
8. Mr. X has taken credit to make candles during the festive season. Choose the correct 1
options that defines the importance of credit from the given options:
i. it plays a vital and positive role in meeting his target and accelerating his income
ii. the credit helps him to meet the ongoing expenses of production
iii. the credit helps him complete the production on time
iv. it helps him in exercising restraint and get into the habit of taking more credit
(A) Only 4
(B) 3 and 4
(C) 1, 2 and 3
(D) Only 2
9. The North-eastern States of India like Nagaland, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh 1
enjoys special status in the Constitution of India because:
(A) The area has lush green forests.

(B) Literacy rates are very high.
(C) Due to their social and historical circumstances.
(D) As the people speak lot of different languages
10. Napoleon in the given picture is depicted as a postman. What do each letter falling 1
from his bag represent?
Source-https://ncert.nic.in/ncerts/l/jess301.pdf
(A) Number of wars he fought

(B) Letters he posted to the monarchs
(C) Territories lost by him
(D) Areas conquered by him

of Q.10
Q. Which of the following symbol does the “broken chains “stand for?
(A) Freedom.
(B) Strength
(C) Willingness to make peace.
(D) Heroism
11. Which of the following factors significantly contribute to the process of globalisation? 1
Select the correct options.
1. Expansion of Multinational Corporations (MNCs).
2. Advancements in information and communication technology.
3. Nationalisation and trade barriers.
4. Cross-border movement of people for jobs and education.
Options:
(A) Statements 1 and 2 are appropriate.
(B) Statements 1, 2 and 3 are appropriate.
(C) Statements 2, 3 and 4 are appropriate
(D) Only statement 3 is appropriate
Options:
(A) Statements 1 and 2 are appropriate.
(B) Statements 1, 2 and 3 are appropriate.
(C) Statements 2, 3 and 4 are appropriate
(D) Only statement 3 is appropriate
12. Which of the following statements about Federalism in the Indian Constitution are 1
correct?
1. India is declared as a Union of States.
2. Power-sharing between the Union and State governments is a basic feature.
3. The power-sharing arrangement is easy to change.
4. Changes in power-sharing require a 1/3rd majority in both houses of Parliament.
Options
(A) 1 and 2
(B) 2 and 3
(C) 1 and 3
(D) 2 and 4
13. Arrange the following events in the correct chronological order leading up to the Civil 1
Disobedience Movement:
1. Boycott of the Simon Commission

2. Poorna Swaraj resolution passed
3. Letter with 11 demands sent to Viceroy Irwin
4. Salt March

Options:
(A) 4, 3, 2, 1
(B) 2, 1, 3, 4
(C) 1, 4, 3, 2
(D) 1, 2, 3, 4
14. In Indian Economy, the three sectors (Primary, Secondary and Tertiary) are 1
interdependent. However, the share of employment in the primary sector remains
high. Most appropriate explanation for this could be:
I. Government policies preferentially treat the primary sector

II. Indian economy is largely agrarian and majority of population is dependent
on agricultur
III. Inadequate service sector jobs force people to continue working in primary
sectors
IV. Primary sector provides raw material for the secondary and tertiary sector.
Choose the correct option

(A) Only I and II are true
(B) Only II and III are true
(C) Only III and IV are true
(D) All are true
15 Consider the statements given below and choose the correct answer 1
Statement I. By the 1870s, caricatures and cartoons were being published in Indian
journals and newspapers, commenting on social and political issues
Statement II: Some caricatures praised the educated Indians’ fascination with
Western tastes and clothes, while others were looking forward to social change.
(A) Statement (I) is correct and (II) is incorrect.

(B) Statement (I) is incorrect and (II) is correct.
(C) Both (I) & (II) are incorrect.
(D) Both (I) & (II) are correct
16. The frequent stories of _______ remind us that no system is entirely without 1
shortcomings, even democracies. Identify the issue being referred to from the
options given.
(A) Poverty
(B) Black Marketing
(C) Terrorism
(D) Corruption

17. Which of the following is the main factor that led to the rise of multiple political 1
parties at the same level in India?
(A) A federal political system

(B) Varied economic conditions.
(C) Linguistic and regional diversity
(D) Low levels of literacy and political awareness
18 The result of greater foreign investment and greater foreign trade has been 1
_______________________across countries. Find the correct option from below.
(A) greater bifurcation of production and markets

(B) greater segregation of production and markets
(C) greater differentiation of production and markets
(D) greater integration of production and markets
19 Which of the following is the true meaning of 'Equal treatment of women' as a 1

necessary ingredient of a democratic society?
(A) Women are always treated with respect and dignity.

(B) It is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights.
(C) Most societies across the world are now women dominated.
(D) Women are now treated as equals in the political arena.
20 Consider the statements given below and choose the correct answer. 1
Statement I: A communal mindset can lead to efforts to secure political influence
for a specific religious group.
Statement II: Members of the majority community may seek to create a separate
political entity as a response to such dynamics.
(A) Statement (I) is correct and (II) is incorrect.

(B) Statement (I) is incorrect and (II) is correct
(C) Both (I) & (II) are incorrect
(D) Both (I) & (II) are correct
SECTION B
VERY SHORT ANSWER QUESTION (4x2=8)
21 “Agriculture and industry are not exclusive of each other. They move hand in hand”. 2
Justify your answer with examples.
22 (A) ‘The silk routes are a good example of vibrant pre -modern trade and cultural 2
links between distant parts of the world. ’Substantiate the statement with
illustrations.
OR
(B) "New crops can significantly impact survival and well-being." Provide evidence
to support this statement.

23 India with vast population and diversity represents a classic example of power 2
sharing that exemplifies the very spirit of democracy. Justify the statement.
24 "Local Government is an effective way to uphold the democratic principle of 2

decentralization." Justify this statement with valid points.
SECTION C
SHORT ANSWER-BASED QUESTIONS (5x3=15)
25 ‘By the seventeenth century, as urban culture bloomed in China, the uses of print 3
diversified’. Explain the statement by giving suitable examples.
26 (A) Mr.Y from a city in India visits a rural area and finds five people working in a 3
small agricultural farm. More than two people are not required to work in the farm
and removing the other three will not affect production. How can one solve this
problem of underemployment in rural areas? Explain.
OR
(B) Sunil and Raman did their graduation from the same college. Sunil got employed
in an unorganised sector and was not satisfied whereas Raman got employed in
an organised sector and was happy and satisfied. Identify three reasons for
Sunil’s dissatisfaction as compared to Raman.
27 Define agricultural term used for cultivation of fruits and vegetables? Write its 3
features with reference to India.
28 Women empowerment has greatly improved their status in society over the years. 3
Give any three examples to prove the statement.
29 Over the forty years between 1973-74 and 2013-14, while production in all the three 3
sectors has increased, it has increased the most in the tertiary sector. As a result,
in the year 2013-14, the tertiary sector has emerged as the largest producing sector
in India replacing the primary sector. Why do you think tertiary sector has become
so popular in India? Support your answer giving any 3 reasons
SECTION D
LONG ANSWER-BASED QUESTIONS (4X5=20)
30 (A) Analyse the measures adopted to prevent soil erosion caused due to natural 5
forces.
OR
(B) ‘"Mohan recently bought a farm and wants to grow crops such as sugarcane,
cotton, and jowar. He is unfamiliar with the local soil types and climatic
conditions.” Help him identify the appropriate soil type and its properties for
successful farming.

31 (A) ‘Romanticism, a cultural movement sought to develop a particular form of 5
nationalist sentiment.’ Justify the statement with suitable arguments.
OR
(B) ‘The Treaty of Vienna depicted the spirit of conservatism.’ Substantiate the
statement with key features of the treaty.
32 (A) Political parties are a necessary condition for a democracy.’ Analyse the 5
statement with relevant points.
OR
(B) "Political parties today face several challenges that impact their democratic
functioning." Justify this statement.
33 (A) Miss X wants to start a savoury food store in her village. She wants to 5
supplement her income to raise the standard of living of her family. How, do
you think, self-help groups can help, support your answer with reasons?
OR
(B) Money by providing the crucial intermediate step eliminates the need for double
coincidence of wants. Justify the statement highlighting the significance of the
modern form of money in India.
SECTION E
CASE-BASED QUESTIONS (3X4=12)
34 Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow: 1+2+
1
Emboldened with this success, Gandhi ji in 1919 decided to launch a nationwide
Satyagraha against the proposed Rowlatt Act (1919). This Act had been hurriedly
passed through the Imperial Legislative Council despite the united opposition of the
Indian members. It gave the government enormous powers to repress political
activities, and allowed detention of political prisoners without trial for two years.
Mahatma Gandhi wanted non-violent civil disobedience against such unjust laws,
which would start with a hartal on 6 April.
i. Why did the British introduce the Rowlatt Act?

ii. Examine the effect of this Act on Indians.
iii. How did Mahatma Gandhi respond to the Rowlatt Act? Provide one reason for
his reaction.
35 Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow: 1+1+
2
Given the abundance and renewability of water, it is difficult to imagine that we may
suffer from water scarcity. The moment we speak of water shortages; we
immediately associate it with regions having low rainfall or those that are drought
prone. We instantaneously visualise the deserts of Rajasthan and women
balancing many ‘matkas’ (earthen pots) used for collecting and storing water and
travelling long distances to get water. True, the availability of water resources varies
over space and time, mainly due to the variations in seasonal and annual

precipitation, but water scarcity in most cases is caused by over-exploitation,
excessive use and unequal access to water among different social groups.
i. Give any one reason that could contribute to water scarcity in the future?
ii. Why a resident of Rajasthan would choose to install a submersible water pump?
iii. Why is water conservation crucial? Discuss any one key for effective water
management and conservation.
36 Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow: 1+2+1
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT REPORT Once it is realised that even though the level
of income is important, yet it is an inadequate measure of the level of development,
we begin to think of other criterion. There could be a long list of such criterion but
then it would not be so useful. What we need is a small number of the most
important things. Health and education indicators, such as the ones we used in
comparison of Kerala and Punjab, are among them. Over the past decade or so,
health and education indicators have come to be widely used along with income as
a measure of development. For instance, Human Development Report published
by UNDP compares countries based on the educational levels of the people, their
health status and per capita income. It would be interesting to look at certain
relevant data regarding India and its neighbours from Human Development Report
2006.
i. On what basis the UNDP compares countries on Human Development?

ii. Explain Human development briefly.
iii. Mention other aspects that should be considered in measuring human
development.
SECTION F
MAP SKILL-BASED QUESTION (2+3=5)
37.a Two places A and B have been marked on the given outline map of India. Identify 1+1
them and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them.
A. The place where the Peasant Satyagraha took place.
B. Indian National congress session was held at this place in Sept. 1920.
Note: The following question is for Visually Impaired Candidates only in lieu of
Question 37 (a).
A. Name the place where the Peasant Satyagraha took place
B. Name the place where the Indian National Congress session was held in Sept
1920.
37.b On the same outline map of India locate and label any three of the following with 1+1
suitable symbols. +1
i. A software Technology Park in Maharashtra.
ii. A coal mine in Jharkhand.
iii. The tallest dam in India.
iv. A seaport located in West Bengal.

of Q. No. 37 (b)
Answer any three of the following.
i Name the tallest dam built in India.
ii Name a seaport in west Bengal.
iii Name the coal mine in Jharkhand.
iv Name the Software Technology Park present in the state of Maharashtra
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SOCIAL SCIENCE (CODE 087)

CLASS X – SESSION 2019-20

Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80

B. Sudarshan Chakr 2. Kesari

C. Kashibaba 3. Amar Jiban

D. Bal Gangadhar Tilak 4. Sacchi Kavitayen

3 Study the picture and answer the question that follows 1

Note: This question is in lieu of Q3 for Visually Impaired Candidates only

4 Who was called as the architect of Germany’s unification? 1

5 Which one of the following is an example of Cultivable Wasteland? 1

Rice Annual rain fall Cropping season Temperature

8 Correct the following statement and rewrite: 1

Correct the following statement and rewrite:

Which one of the following option best signifies this cartoon?

A. Demand for separate state from Democratic Government

Note: This question is in lieu of Q9 for visually impaired candidates

10 The representation of women in Indian Parliament is still low as compared to European 1

11 Who presides over the meeting of the Municipal Corporation? 1

12 Mention the formula to calculate the BMI (Body Mass Index). 1

15 Which of the following profession belongs to the Tertiary Sector of economy? 1

17 Find the Incorrect option 1

A. Demand deposit share the essential features of money

18 Arrange the following in the correct sequence – 1

i. Transporting cloth to the workshops

SECTION – B SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS

21 Describe the incidence of Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. 3

22 Why did Europeans flee to America in nineteenth century? Explain. 3

Source B-The Reading Mania

Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution

Source A-Religious Debates and the Fear of Print

Source B-The Reading Mania

Source C --- Print Culture and the French Revolution

25 Describe any three features of Indian Federalism. 3

26 Describe the role of Political Parties in India. 3

27 Why do we need to expand formal sources of credit in India? Explain. 3

Why do banks and cooperative societies need to lend more? Explain.

SECTION – C LONG ANS. QUESTIONS

30 Read the extract and answer the questions that follows: 1

31 ‘The challenge of sustainable development requires control over industrial 5

33 ‘Democracy is based on the idea of deliberation and negotiation’.Examine the statement. 5

34 Describe the role of technology in promoting globalisation process. 5

MAP SKILL BASED QUESTION

A. The British monarchy surrendered the power to English Parliament.

2 Which of the following treaty recognized Greece as an independent nation? 1

A. Pressure from the British Government

4 Fill in the blank : 1

A. Dahiya – Madhya Pradesh

6 Fill in the blank- 1

Barley: Rabi crop, cotton: kharif, ___________________: zaid crop.

7 Identify the soil with the help of the following features. 1

Red to brown in colour

9 Population of Sri Lankan Tamils is concentrated in ____________ region of Sri Lanka. 1

A. North and South

11 Which administrative authority legislates on Residuary subjects? 1

Countries Monthly Income of Citizens in four countries in 2018

Over the years his debt will –

A. There are govt. bodies to supervise informal sector

14 Which one of the following options describe ‘Collateral’? 1

A. Double coincidence of wants

A. It is the only way for economic development of the country

24.1. Manufacturing industries fall in _ and agriculture in ___ . ( 1)