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CBSE(NCERT) GRADE 10 SOCIAL SCIENCE 2024 SET1

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
Select the formal sources of credit from the given sources and choose the correct option.
a.
Only I and II
b.
Only II and III
c.
Only I and III Correct Answer
d.
Only I and IV
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Formal sources of credit are those regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), such as banks and cooperatives. Moneylenders and businessmen are informal sources as they are not regulated. Therefore, I and III are correct.
Q1 mcq 1 mark
Select the formal sources of credit from the given sources and choose the correct option. I. Bank II. Moneylender III. Cooperatives IV. Businessman
a.
Only I and II
b.
Only II and III
c.
Only I and III Correct Answer
d.
Only I and IV
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Banks (I) and Cooperatives (III) function under the supervision of the Reserve Bank of India, making them formal sources. Moneylenders (II) and Businessmen (IV) are informal sources because they operate without official regulation.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following sectors has the highest share in employment in India?
a.
Primary Correct Answer
b.
Secondary
c.
Tertiary
d.
Quaternary
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The primary sector, which includes agriculture and allied activities, continues to employ the largest portion of the Indian workforce, although its contribution to GDP is lower than that of the tertiary sector.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
Which one of the following is included in ‘liberalization’ ?
a.
Promoting trade barriers
b.
Removing trade barriers Correct Answer
c.
Controlling the other country through trade
d.
Increasing import, export duty on goods
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Liberalization refers to the process of removing restrictions or barriers set by the government on trade, making it easier for companies to import and export goods, thereby encouraging foreign trade and investment.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
Two statements are given below. They are Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read both the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A) : Rural poor families are still dependent on informal sources of credit. Reason (R) : For obtaining loan from banks, collateral and special documents are required.
a.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). Correct Answer
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.
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Rural poor families often lack the collateral and formal documentation required by banks. Consequently, they are forced to rely on informal sources like moneylenders, despite higher interest rates. Both statements are true and the reason explains the assertion.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
In one of the small villages, a farmer borrows money from the village moneylender at a high monthly interest rate but is not able to repay it back. Next, he borrows it from a bank at a lower interest rate. Gradually he earns and pays back the loan to the moneylender and the bank. Which of the following best describes the role of the bank in this credit situation ?
a.
The bank acts as a cooperative lender.
b.
The bank facilitates a debt-trap situation.
c.
The bank ensures a fair exchange of goods.
d.
The bank saves the farmer from debt-trap. Correct Answer
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The moneylender's high-interest rate creates a 'debt-trap' where the borrower cannot escape the cycle of debt. The bank's lower interest rate provides a way out, allowing the farmer to repay the debt and avoid the trap, demonstrating the positive role of formal banking.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
Two statements, I and II are given below. Read both the statements and choose the correct option. Statement I: Women are now actively contributing to various professions including roles as doctors, engineers, lawyers, managers and university teachers. Statement II: Political expression of gender division and political mobilization helped to improve women’s role in public life.
a.
Statement I is true, but II is false.
b.
Statement I is false, but II is true.
c.
Statements I and II are true and II is the correct explanation of I.
d.
Statements I and II are true, but II is not the correct explanation of I. Correct Answer
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Both statements are factually true. Statement I describes the progress in women's professional participation, and Statement II explains how political mobilization impacts public life. However, Statement II is not the direct causal explanation for the existence of the professions mentioned in Statement I.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
Which one of the following is a scheduled language as per the Constitution of India?
a.
Bhojpuri
b.
Garhwali
c.
Nepali Correct Answer
d.
Rajasthani
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The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists 22 scheduled languages. Among the options provided, Nepali is one of the recognized scheduled languages, whereas Bhojpuri, Garhwali, and Rajasthani are not.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
Two statements are given below. They are Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read both the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): Multi-party system has been adopted in India. Reason (R): It is capable of accommodating all the social and geographical differences in India.
a.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). Correct Answer
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.
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Assertion (A) is true because India has adopted a multi-party system due to the vast diversity of the country. Reason (R) is also true and is the correct explanation because no single party can adequately represent the interests of such a diverse population; hence, a multi-party system allows various social and regional groups to participate in the democratic process.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
Which one of the following steps has been taken by the Election Commission of India to reform political parties?
a.
Amended the Constitution to prevent defection.
b.
Candidates will have to give the details of criminal cases on affidavit.
c.
Candidates will have to give details of their property on affidavit.
d.
It has been made mandatory for all parties to conduct organizational elections and file income tax returns. Correct Answer
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The Election Commission of India passed an order making it mandatory for all political parties to hold their organizational elections and file their income tax returns to ensure transparency. Option A is incorrect as the Anti-defection law was passed by Parliament, not the Election Commission. Options B and C are orders by the Supreme Court, not the Election Commission.
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Q10 mcq 1 mark
Read the following provisions regarding Secularism in the Indian Constitution and choose the correct option. I. The Indian State has not adopted any religion as its official religion. II. The Constitution gives freedom to all the citizens to practice and propagate any religion. III. The Constitution declares any kind of discrimination done on the basis of religion to be legal. IV. It gives the government the right to intervene in religious matters for ensuring equality within religious communities.
a.
Only I, II and III are true.
b.
Only I, II and IV are true.
c.
Only I, III and IV are true.
d.
Only II, III and IV are true.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Choose the most appropriate option regarding the division of legislative rights in India.
a.
Union List – Defence and Commerce
b.
State List – Police and Agriculture
c.
Concurrent List – Forest and Communication
d.
Residuary Subjects – Computer Software and Trade
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
Two statements, I and II are given below. Read both the statements and choose the correct option. Statement I : Division of power is good for democratic systems. Statement II : It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups.
a.
Statement I is true, but II is false.
b.
Statement I is false, but II is true.
c.
Statements I and II are true and II is the correct explanation of I.
d.
Statements I and II are true, but II is not the correct explanation of I.
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
Which one of the following is the highest ‘bauxite’ producing state of India ?
a.
Maharashtra
b.
Jharkhand
c.
Gujarat
d.
Odisha
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
In which one of the following states is ‘bamboo drip irrigation system’ prevalent ?
a.
Tamil Nadu
b.
West Bengal
c.
Meghalaya
d.
Odisha
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Q15 mcq 1 mark
Match Column I with Column II and choose the correct option.
a.
i-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d
b.
i-d, ii-c, iii-b, iv-a
c.
i-c, ii-b, iii-d, iv-a
d.
i-b, ii-c, iii-d, iv-a
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Q16 mcq 1 mark
‘Floriculture’ comes under which one of the following sectors of the economy ?
a.
Primary
b.
Secondary
c.
Tertiary
d.
Quaternary
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Q16 mcq 1 mark
Look at the given picture. The work being done in the picture comes under which one of the following economic sectors ?
a.
Primary
b.
Secondary
c.
Tertiary
d.
Quaternary
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Q17 mcq 1 mark
Choose the correct option to fill in the blank. In the beginning of the 19th century, _________ a girl married in a very orthodox household wrote an autobiography called ‘Amar Jiban’.
a.
Pandita Ramabai
b.
Rashsundari Devi
c.
Tarabai Shinde
d.
Kailashbashini Debi
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Q18 mcq 1 mark
Arrange the following events in chronological order and choose the correct option. I. Formation of Khilafat Committee in Bombay II. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre III. Bardoli Satyagraha IV. Withdrawal of Non-Cooperation Movement
a.
I, II, III, IV
b.
II, I, IV, III
c.
I, II, IV, III
d.
III, IV, II, I
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Q19 mcq 1 mark
Which one of the following religions emerged from eastern India and spread in several directions through intersecting points on the ‘silk routes’ ?
a.
Hinduism
b.
Christianity
c.
Buddhism
d.
Jainism
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Q20 mcq 1 mark
Who among the following hosted the ‘Vienna Congress’ in 1815 ?
a.
Chancellor Duke Metternich
b.
Ernst Renan
c.
William I
d.
Otto von Bismarck
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Q22 short answer 2 marks
Why was the Indian subcontinent central to the flows of the trading network before the sixteenth century ? Explain.
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Q23 short answer 2 marks
‘‘Minerals occur in igneous and metamorphic rocks.’’ Explain the statement with example.
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Q23 short answer 2 marks
Describe the ethnic composition of Sri Lanka.
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Q24 short answer 2 marks
‘‘The ocean waters contain vast quantities of minerals.’’ Explain the statement with example.
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Q24 short answer 2 marks
Analyse the steps taken by the Government of India to promote foreign investment in the country.
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Q25 short answer 3 marks
Why has the issue of sustainability become essential for development in present times ? Explain with example.
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Q26 short answer 3 marks
Describe any three features of Kharif season of Indian agriculture.
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Q27 short answer 3 marks
Analyse any three functions of political parties.
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Q28 short answer 3 marks
Describe three provisions through which Belgium solved its problem.
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Q32 short answer 3 marks
Explain the role of women in the Civil Disobedience Movement, with examples.
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Q33 short answer 3 marks
How did the Indian folklore and symbols strengthen the idea of nationalism during the twentieth century ? Explain with examples.
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Q34 long answer 5 marks
Explain the measures introduced by the French revolutionaries to create a sense of collective identity amongst the people during the French Revolution.
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Q34 short answer 2 marks
Why are such cooperatives desirable in the rural areas ?
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Q34 short answer 1 mark
What are the different types of loans that ‘Krishak Cooperatives’ offer to their members ?
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Q34 short answer 1 mark
How do ‘Krishak Cooperatives’ secure funds for providing loans to their members ?
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Q34 short answer 4 marks
Read the given source and answer the questions that follow :
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Q35 short answer 2 marks
Which newspapers were encouraged during the 1780s ? Why were they encouraged ?
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Q35 short answer 1 mark
Why was James Augustus Hickey persecuted ?
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Q35 short answer 1 mark
In which language was ‘Bengal Gazette’ edited by James Augustus Hickey published ?
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Q35 long answer 5 marks
How did nationalism aligned with imperialism lead Europe to disaster in 1914 ? Explain.
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Q36 long answer 5 marks
Explain the measures to reduce industrial pollution with examples.
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Q36 short answer 1 mark
Explain the meaning of sustainable development.
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Q36 short answer 1 mark
In which international conference was ‘Agenda-21’ accepted ?
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Q36 short answer 2 marks
Explain any two outcomes of the Summit.
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Q37 short answer 1 mark
Name the state where Meenam Bakkam international airport is located.
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Q37 long answer 5 marks
How is the economic progress of a country measured by the development of manufacturing industries ? Explain with examples.
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Q37 short answer 1 mark
Name the state where Kandla sea port is located.
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Q37 short answer 1 mark
In which state is Namrup Thermal Power Plant located ?
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Q37 short answer 1 mark
Name the state where the session of Indian National Congress was held in 1927.
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Q37 short answer 1 mark
Name the state where Bailadila iron ore mines are located.
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Q38 long answer 5 marks
Explain the differences between public and private sector of economic activities.
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Q39 long answer 5 marks
Explain the differences between the organised and unorganised sector of economic activities.
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Q40 long answer 5 marks
Explain with examples the role of democracy in the reduction of inequality and poverty.
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Q41 long answer 5 marks
How is democracy a legitimate government ? Explain with examples.
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Q52 short answer 2 marks
Two places ‘A’ and ‘B’ have been marked on the given political outline map of India. Identify them with the help of the following information and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them: A. The place where the session of Indian National Congress was held in 1920. B. The place where Gandhiji broke the salt law.
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Q53 short answer 3 marks
On the same political outline map of India, locate and label any three of the following with suitable symbols: (i) Bailadila – Iron ore Mines (ii) Namrup – Thermal Power Plant (iii) Kandla – Major Sea Port (iv) Meenam Bakkam – International Airport
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Q55 short answer 1 mark
The place where Gandhiji broke the salt law.
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Q56 short answer 1 mark
Bailadila – Iron ore Mines
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Q57 short answer 1 mark
Namrup – Thermal Power Plant
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Q58 short answer 1 mark
Kandla – Major Sea Port
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Q59 short answer 1 mark
Meenam Bakkam – International Airport
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