Sample Question Paper Social Science Grade X- 2018 -19

Sample Question Paper

Social Science

Grade X- 2018 -19 

General Instructions:

·                    The question paper is divided in four sections.-Section A, Section B, Section C and Section D.

·                    The Question paper has 26 questions in all.

·                    All questions are compulsory.

·                    Questions from Serial number 1 to 7 are very short answer type questions. Each question carries one mark.

·                    Questions from Serial number 8 to 18 are 3 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 80 words each.

·                    Questions from Serial number 19 to 25 are 5 mark questions. Answer of these questions should not exceed 100 words each.

·                    Question numbers 26 is a map question. It has two parts 26(A) and 26(B). 26(A) of 2 marks from History and 26(B) of 3 marks from Geography. After completion attach the map inside your answer book.

·                    There is no overall choice. However internal choice has been provided in some questions. You have to attempt only one of the alternatives in all such questions.

Section A		7X1=7
1.	Why were the years of 1830’s of great hardship in Europe? Give one reason                                                 (or) Why were NgheAn and Ha Tinh provinces called the electric issues of Vietnam?
2.	Mention any one feature of the oldest Japanese book. (or) Why did Charles Dickens were about terrible effect of industrialization on people’s lives and characters? Give one reason
3.	Human being has used the Resources indiscriminately and this has led to major problems. Identify any one problem related to the above statement.                                         (or) There are many regions in our country that are rich in resources but these are included in economically backward regions. Analysis the statement with any one valid reason.
4.	Out of four forms of power sharing, which one of the form might resolve the problem in Srilanka and how it is possible?
5.	Why we cannot refuse a payment made in rupee in India? (or) Why is money transaction system better than barter system?
6.	‘Globalization has been advantageous to consumers as well as to producers’. Support this statement with an example
7.	Suppose you buy a tin of edible oil, which logo or mark will you look for?
Section B			11X3=33
8.	Describe the role of culture in creating the idea of the nation in Europe. (or) Describe the role of the Ho Chi Minh in the Vietnamese struggle for independence
9.	‘Printing is the ultimate gift of god and the greatest one’ Explain this remark in the light of the religious reforms that took place in Europe in 16th century.                                      (or) ‘Pariksha Guru is considered landmark in the history of Hindi novel’ Justify the statement with suitable arguments.
10.	Rain water Harvesting system was a viable alternative to Multi purpose projects both socio-economically and environmentally. - Identify some of the traditional Rain water Harvesting methods followed in different parts of India.
11.	Establish the difference between Kharif and Rabi cropping Seasons of India with a suitable example.
12.	Compare the Coming Together Federations with the Holding Together Federations with an example. (or) Compare the Language Policy of India with Srilanka, on the basis of our understanding. Identify best democratic practice.
13.	“Three factors are crucial in deciding the outcome of politics of social divisions.” Illustrate with suitable example.
14.	How is Democratic government are Responsive and Accountable government than the Non Democratic governments?
15.	‘For development people look at mix of goals. Support this statement with three suitable examples.
16.	Why do lenders ask for collateral while lending   (or) Why are formal sources of credit preferred over the Informal Source of Credit? Give three reasons
17.	Critically examine the ways by  which the benefits of globalisation be shared better                                    (or) Evaluate the role of MNCs in the economic development of a country
18.	‘Rules and regulations are required for the protection of the consumers in the market place’. Keeping this is mind highlight the ways through which consumers can be protected in the market.
Section - C		7X5=35
19.	Describe the impact of Great depression on Indian economy. (or) Describe the impact of the First World War on Indian Industries (or) Describe the effects of nineteenth century city development on ecology and environment
20.	Dr.B.R.Ambedkar took efforts for the empowerment of the Dalits or Depressed Classes’. Explain   (or) ‘The Non Cooperation became a movement ‘. How do you think it turned up as a movement
21.	Trace the growth and development of Iron and Steel industry of India and highlight the problems faced by the industry.
22.	The importance of Roadways is growing in India, since it is easy to construct and provide door to door service. There are different types of roads are exist in India. Classify the roads of India on the basis of their Capacity.
23.	“Yet Caste has not disappeared from contemporary India.” Justify the statement and at the same time we cannot say that “the politics of India and elections are fully controlled by caste.” Analyze the second statement with your understanding of Indian election results.
24.	Exhibit the Formation or Origin and Political Policy of the party which led united Progressive Alliance and National Democratic Alliance. (OR) Illustrate the recent efforts and suggestions in our country to reform political parties and its leaders.
25.	Show how workers are exploited in Unorganized sector?
Section - D				1X5=5
26.	A. Two places a and B are marked in the given political map of India. Identify the item with the help of following information and write their correct names on the lines marked on the map (a)The place known for JallianwalaBagh incident On the same political outline map of India, locate and label the following (b)The place where Congress Session was held in September 1920
	(B)Locate and label any three of the following with appropriate symbols on the same given outline political map of India. (i) Western destination of West – East corridor (ii) Nedimbacherry international airport (iii) Vijayanagar iron and steel plant (IV)Indore  Software Technology park (V)Major producer state of Tea
	Note: The following question are for the Visually Impaired Candidates only in the lieu of Q.no 26 Any FIVE to be attempted. (i)Name the state where Indigo planters organized Satyagraha. (ii) Name the state where Non- Cooperation Movement ended abruptly due to violence. (iii) Name the state where ChhatrapatiShivaji Airport is located. (iv) Name the state where Bhadravati Iron and Steel Plant is located. (v) Name the state where RawatBhata Nuclear Power Plant is located. (vi) Name the software technology park in Uttar Pradesh. (vii)Name the iron and steel plant in Karnataka