Class 10 Social Science
Previous Board Examination – Full Solved Answers (Set 2)
The answers are written in simple student language with proper points and key terms, strictly following CBSE valuation standards.
Section A – MCQs (Answers)
1. Storming of the Bastille
2. Laterite soil
3. Horizontal sharing
4. Free elections
5. Primary sector
6. Nile
7. President
8. Agriculture
9. Quit India Movement
10. Equator
Section B – Very Short Answer
11. What was the Bastille?
The Bastille was a prison in France which symbolised the tyranny of the monarchy.
12. Name two major crops of India.
Rice and wheat are two major crops of India.
13. What is power sharing?
Power sharing is the distribution of power among different organs or levels of government.
14. Define organised sector.
The organised sector includes jobs with fixed working hours, regular salary and job security.
15. What is a constitution?
A constitution is a set of written rules that governs a country.
Section C – Short Answer
16. Explain the importance of the French Revolution.
- Ended absolute monarchy in France.
- Introduced ideas of liberty, equality and fraternity.
- Inspired democratic movements worldwide.
17. Describe any three features of black soil.
- Rich in clay and nutrients.
- Retains moisture for long time.
- Ideal for cotton cultivation.
18. Explain the concept of power sharing.
- Reduces conflict among social groups.
- Ensures political stability.
- Prevents concentration of power.
19. How does democracy improve accountability?
- Leaders are answerable to people.
- Regular elections ensure accountability.
- People can change government.
20. Explain the role of secondary sector.
- Converts raw materials into finished goods.
- Creates employment.
- Promotes industrial growth.
21. Why is water considered a renewable resource?
Water is renewable because it is continuously recycled through the water cycle.
Section D – Long Answer
22. Explain the impact of the French Revolution on the world.
- Spread ideas of democracy and nationalism.
- Inspired freedom struggles in many countries.
- Ended feudalism in Europe.
- Encouraged equality before law.
23. Describe the distribution of major crops in India.
- Rice – Grown in eastern and southern India.
- Wheat – Grown in northern plains.
- Cotton – Grown in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
- Tea – Grown in Assam and West Bengal.
24. Explain the structure of Indian federalism.
- Division of powers between Centre and States.
- Written Constitution.
- Independent Judiciary.
- Three-tier government system.
25. Discuss the causes of unemployment in India.
- Rapid population growth.
- Dependence on agriculture.
- Lack of skill-based education.
- Slow industrial development.
Section E – Case Study Based
26.
a) Power sharing is the distribution of power among organs of government.
b) It reduces social conflict.
c) Belgium is an example of power sharing.
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