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TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD CLASS 10 SOCIAL SCIENCE 2025

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
Which country emerged as the strongest in East Asia towards the close of nineteenth century?
a.
China
b.
Japan Correct Answer
c.
Korea
d.
Mongolia
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Japan. By the close of the nineteenth century, Japan had modernised rapidly after the Meiji Restoration and emerged as the strongest power in East Asia. China, Korea, and Mongolia were not as strong politically or militarily at that time.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
With whom of the following was the Lateran Treaty signed by Italy?
a.
Germany
b.
Russia
c.
Pope Correct Answer
d.
Spain
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The Lateran Treaty was signed by Italy with the Pope. It was concluded in 1929 between Mussolini's Italy and the Vatican, recognizing the independence of Vatican City. The other options are incorrect because the treaty was not with Germany, Russia, or Spain.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
When was North and South Vietnam united?
a.
1975
b.
1976 Correct Answer
c.
1973
d.
1974
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North and South Vietnam were united in 1976. After the fall of Saigon in 1975, the formal reunification of Vietnam took place the next year, creating the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
Assertion: Jyotiba Phule opened orphanages and homes for widows. Reason: Jyotiba Phule opposed child marriage and supported widow remarriage.
a.
Assertion is correct but Reason is not apt to the Assertion.
b.
Assertion is correct and the Reason is apt to the Assertion. Correct Answer
c.
Both are wrong.
d.
Reason is correct but Assertion is irrelevant.
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Both the Assertion and the Reason are correct, and the Reason supports the Assertion. Jyotiba Phule opened orphanages and homes for widows because he strongly opposed child marriage and supported widow remarriage, which shows his concern for social reform and the welfare of women and children.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
What was the context in which the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act was passed?
a.
Kol Revolt
b.
Indigo Revolt
c.
Munda Rebellion Correct Answer
d.
Deccan Riots
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The Chotanagpur Tenancy Act was passed in the context of the Munda Rebellion. It was enacted to protect the land rights of the tribal people of Chotanagpur, especially after the tribal uprisings led by Birsa Munda.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
Climate of India is labelled as __________.
a.
Tropical Humid
b.
Equatorial Climate
c.
Tropical Monsoon Climate Correct Answer
d.
Temperate Climate
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India's climate is labelled as Tropical Monsoon Climate. This is because India lies mainly in the tropical zone and its climate is strongly influenced by the monsoon winds.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
__________ is a cash crop.
a.
Cotton Correct Answer
b.
Wheat
c.
Rice
d.
Maize
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Cotton is a cash crop. Cash crops are grown mainly for sale in the market and not just for family consumption. Wheat, rice, and maize are mainly food crops.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
The first Nuclear Power Station was commissioned in :
a.
Gujarat
b.
Rajasthan
c.
Maharashtra
d.
Tamil Nadu Correct Answer
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The first Nuclear Power Station was commissioned in Tamil Nadu. The Kalpakkam nuclear power station in Tamil Nadu was one of the earliest nuclear power stations in India.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
The Scientific study of different aspects of population is called :
a.
Cartography
b.
Demography Correct Answer
c.
Anthropology
d.
Epigraphy
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Demography is the scientific study of human population, including its size, distribution, composition, and changes over time. Cartography is the study of maps, Anthropology is the study of human beings and cultures, and Epigraphy is the study of inscriptions.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
Second staple food of the people of Tamil Nadu is :
a.
Pulses
b.
Millets Correct Answer
c.
Oil seeds
d.
Rice
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Millets are the second staple food of the people of Tamil Nadu after rice. Pulses and oil seeds are important crops, but they are not the main second staple food.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following States does not possess a bicameral Legislature?
a.
Andhra Pradesh
b.
Telangana
c.
Tamil Nadu
d.
Uttar Pradesh
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
OPEC is :
a.
An International Insurance Company
b.
An International Sports Club
c.
An Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
d.
An International Company
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In __________ approach, the value added by each intermediate good is summed to estimate the value of the final good.
a.
Expenditure approach
b.
Value added approach
c.
Income approach
d.
National Income
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
India signed the Dunkel Proposal in :
a.
1984
b.
1976
c.
1950
d.
1994
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Q15 short answer
How do you assess the importance of Sino-Japanese war ?
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Q16 short answer
How did Great Depression impact on the Indian agriculture ?
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Q17 short answer
What were the duties of the Palayakkarars ?
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Q18 short answer
Name the territories annexed by the British, under the Doctrine of Lapse.
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Q19 short answer
What is the contribution of Annie Besant towards India’s Freedom Struggle ?
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Q20 short answer
Write a short note on Deccan Plateau.
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Q21 short answer
Name the four distinct Seasons of India.
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Q22 short answer
State the types of agriculture practices in India.
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Q23 short answer
Mention the major islands of Tamil Nadu.
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Q24 short answer
Name the important multipurpose projects of Tamil Nadu.
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Q25 short answer
What is the original Jurisdiction of the High Court ?
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Q26 short answer
Name the architects of the Non-Aligned Movement.
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Q27 short answer
Define food security according to FAO.
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Q28 short answer
What do you know about ‘Startup India Scheme’ ?
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Q29 short answer
Fill in the blanks. (i)Kattabomman was hanged to death at __________. (ii)Gandhi regarded __________ as his political guru. (iii)__________ is the Tamil Nadu State animal. (iv)Fundamental duties have been given to the citizen of India under Article __________. (v)Secondary sector is otherwise called as __________.
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Q30 short answer
Highlight the provisions of the Treaty of Versailles relating to Germany.
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Q31 short answer
Analyze the effects of the World War II.
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Q32 short answer
Distinguish between : (i)North east monsoon and South west monsoon (ii)Renewable and non-renewable resources (b)Give reason : Mountains are cooler than the plains.
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Q33 long answer
Write an essay on the role played by the 19th century reformers towards the cause of women.
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Q34 long answer
Give an account on the peninsular rivers of India.
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Q35 long answer
State any five types of soil in India and explain the characteristics and distribution of soil.
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Q36 long answer
Explain the different modes of transport available in Tamil Nadu.
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Q37 long answer
What are the duties and functions of Prime Minister of India ?
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Q38 long answer
Explain the salient features of the Constitution of India.
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Q39 long answer
Explain various terms associated with measuring of National Income.
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Q40 long answer
What is tax ? Explain its various types.
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