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[SECTION-A]
MCQ
Q1. Which one of the state is ruled by a regional party? (1)
(a) Odisha
(b) Haryana
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) Rajasthan
Q2. Why did Indian government liberalise trade regulations in 1991? (1)
(a) Government wanted foreign exchange equivalent to Indian currency.
(b) Government wanted to maintain good relations with western countries.
(c) Government wanted Indian producers to compete in the world market.
(d) Government wanted to provide socio-economic justice to all.
Q3 In which of the following regions is the participation of women in public life is the highest?
(a) Nordic countries (1)
(b) Asian countries
(c) European countries
(d) Arab states
Q4. The Portuguese and ………………….. conquest and colonisation of America was decisively under way by
the mid-sixteen century. (1)
(a) Egyptian
(b) Indian
(c) Chinese
(d) Spanish
Q5. Which of the following is a DEFINITE indicator of the successful implementation of democratic
government? (1)
(a) Free economy dictated by market forces.
(b) Provision of basic amenities to the citizen.
(c) Establishment of union financial institutions.
(d) Establishment of institutions to protect people’s right.
Q6. Rihand Dam is located on river Rihand, a tributary of…………………..river. (1)
(a) Sutlej
(b) Son
(c) Brahmaputra
(d) Godavari
Q7. Match the following. (1)
Column (A) Column (B)
(1) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra (a) Apples, Pears, walnuts and Apricots
(2) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala (b) Oranges
(3) Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir (c) Mangoes
(4) Nagpur and Meghalaya (c) Bananas
(a) (1)-(b), (2)-(c), (3)-(d), (4)-(a)

(b) (1)-(d), (2)-(c), (3)-(b), (4)-(a)
(c) (1)-(c), (2)-(d), (3)-(a), (4)-(b)
(d) (1)-(a), (2)-(b), (3)-(c), (4)-(d)
Q8. Study the picture and answer the question that follows: (1)
Which type of cultivation is that?

(a) Wheat cultivation
(b) Rice cultivation
(c) Sugarcane cultivation
(d) Tea cultivation
Q9. In which of the states Rawatbhata Nuclear Energy Plant located? (1)
(a) Gujrat
(b) Punjab
(c) Uttar Pradesh
(d) Rajasthan
Q10 . How many Kgs of Manganese is required to manufacture one tonne of steel? (1)
(a) 10 Kgs
(b) 11 Kgs
(c) 16 Kgs
(d) 64 Kgs
Q11. Which of the following mineral is found in Balagat Mines in Madhya Pradesh.
(a) Bauxite (1)
(b) Iron
(c) Copper
(d) Limestone
Q12. Which of the following minerals if formed by decomposition of rocks, leaving a residual mass of
weathered material? (1)
(a) Coal
(b) Iron ore
(c) Copper
(d) Bauxite
Q13. Which Industry is called “Largest consumer of its own products” ? (1)
(a) Chemical industry
(b) Fertilizer industry
(c) Cement industry
(d) IT industry
Q14. Which state in India was the first to make rooftop rainwater harvesting structure compulsory?
(a) Kerala (1)
(b) Rajasthan
(c) Tamil Nadu
(d) Karnataka
Q15. In a SHG most of the decisions regarding savings and loan activities are taken by (1)
(a) Bank
(b) Members
(c) Government
(d) None of the above
Q16. Globalization has led to improvement in living conditions (1)
(a) Of all the people
(b) Of people in the developed countries
(c) Of workers in the developing countries
(d) None of the above
Q17. Given below in the painting ‘Imperial federation- Map of the world showing the extent of the British
Empire in 1886’. Observe the painting and answer the question that follows. (1)
Which of the following element depicts in the painting seem conflicting when presented together?
(a) The British soldiers and British colonies spread in both east and west.
(b) The variety of animals and costumed figures depicting countries and their people.
(c) Britannia, the personification of Britain, seated on top of the world and the words federation written
at the top of the painting.
(d) The word ‘Freedom’ and ‘Fraternity’ written at the top and atlas, depicting human labour holding the
world upon his shoulders.
Q18. Which of the following option best signifies this caricature? (1)
(a) Otto van Bismarck in the German Reichstag

(b) Victor Emmanual 2 In the Italian Parliament
(c) Otto van Bismarck in Prussian parliament
(d) Napoleon in French parliament
Q19. Identify the characteristics of Cavour among the following and choose the correct option:
(1) He was an Italian statesman (1)
(2) He spoke French much better than Italian
(3) He was a tactful diplomat
(4) He belonged to a Royal family
(a) Only (1) and (2) are correct

(b) Only (1), (2) and (3) are correct
(c) Only (2), (3) and (4) are correct
(d) Only (1), (2) and (4) are correct
Q20. Which of the following song is written by this person in the photo given below? (1)
(a) O Mor Apunar Desh

(b) Vande Mataram
(c) Hindustan ke Hum
(d) Bharat Bhagya vidhata
[SECTION-B]
ANSWER THE QUESTION IN 40 WORDS: (2×4=8)
Q21. How does the use of money make it easier to exchange goods?
Q22. What is Agenda 21?
OR
Write a small note on Laterite soil.
Q23. State the features of Napoleonic code of 1804.
Q24. Differentiate between Coming together federation and Holding together federation.
OR
What are the Dual objectives of Federalism? Explain.
[SECTION-C]
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN 60 WORDS: (3×5=15)
Q25. “ The effect of Non-Cooperation Movement on the economic front were more dramatic.” Support the
statement with examples.
Q26. Explain how did print helped the poor people to express their ideas on various issues?
Q27. Explain the Loan Activities of Banks.
OR
Differentiate between Formal sector and Informal sector credit.
Q28. Explain “Conservation of Minerals”. What are the Hazards caused by Mining?
Q29. Why power sharing is Desirable? Explain.
[SECTION-D]
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN 120 WORDS (5×4=20)
Q30. How did ideas of national unity in early nineteen century Europe allied to the ideology of Liberalism?
Explain.
OR
How did Greek war of independence mobilise nationalist feelings among the educated elite across Europe?
Explain.
Q31. “Banks play an important role in the economic development of the country.” Explain.
Q32. “Self-help Groups help borrowers to overcome the problem of lack of collateral” Examine the statement.
Q33. Explain any Five Features of Federalism.
OR
‘Democracy is an accountable and legitimate government.’ Support this statement.
[SECTION-E]
CASE-BASED QUESTIONS: (4×3=12)
Q34. The Jikji of korea is among the world’s oldest existing book printed with movable metal type. It contains
the essential features of Zen Buddhism. About 150 monks of India, China and Korea are mentioned in the book.
It was printed in late 14th century. While the first volume other book is unavailable, the second done is available
in the National Library of France. This work marked an importanttechnical change in the print culture. That is
why it was inscribed on the UNESCO Memory of the World Register in 2001.
(34.1) Mention the significance of the Jikji in the history of printing
(34.2) Why was the Jikji inscribed on the UNESCO Memory of the World
Register in 2001 ?
(34.3) How does the Jikji contribute to the understanding of Zen Buddhism ?
Q35. Recent evidence suggests that the groundwater is under serious threat of
overuse in many parts of the country. About 300 districts have reported a water level
decline of over 4 metres during the past 20 years. Nearly one-third of the country is
overusing their groundwater reserves. In another 25 years, 60 per cent of the country
would be doing the same if the present way of using this resource continues.
Groundwater overuse is particularly found in the agriculturally prosperous regions of
Punjab and Western U.P., hard rock plateau areas of central and south India, some
coastal areas and the rapidly growing urban settlements.
(35.1) Explain the meaning of Sustainability of Development.

(35.2) Describe the serious threat caused by overuse of underground water.
(35.3) Mention any two suggestions for the farmers to reduce the overuse of the
groundwater in agriculture.
Q36. A dam is a barrier across flowing water that obstructs, directs or retards the flow, often creating a
reservoir, lake or impoundment. Dam refers to the reservoir rather than the structure. Most dams have a section
called a spillway or weir over which or through which it is
intended that water will flow either intermittently or continuously. Dams are classified according to structure,
intended purpose or height. Based on structure and the materials used, dams are classified as timber dams,
embankment dams or masonry dams, with several subtypes. According to the height, dams can be categorised
as large dams and major dams or alternatively as low dams, medium height dams and high dams.
(36.1) What does the word ‘Dam’ refer to?

(36.2) Mention any one benefit of a Multi-purpose River Valley Project.
(35.3) How have multi-purpose river valley projects a cause of social
movements ? Explain.
MAP WORK (2+3=5)
Q37. (a) HISTORY
(1) The place where the Indian National Congress Session was
(2) The place where Gandhiji organized Satyagraha for indigo plantation
workers.
(b) GEOGRAPHY
(1) Salal Dam

(2) Software techpark in Gujarat
(3) Kandla sea port
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(2) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala (b) Oranges

(3) Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir (c) Mangoes

(4) Nagpur and Meghalaya (c) Bananas

(a) (1)-(b), (2)-(c), (3)-(d), (4)-(a)

Which type of cultivation is that?

(a) Otto van Bismarck in the German Reichstag

(a) Only (1) and (2) are correct

(a) O Mor Apunar Desh

(35.1) Explain the meaning of Sustainability of Development.

(36.1) What does the word ‘Dam’ refer to?

MAP WORK (2+3=5)

Q37. (a) HISTORY

(1) Salal Dam

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