Class 10 Social Science
Previous Board Examination – Full Solved Answers (Set 3)
These answers are written in simple student language, following CBSE board valuation norms to help students score full marks.
Section A – MCQs (Answers)
1. Liberty, Equality, Fraternity
2. Red soil
3. Vertical sharing
4. Military rule
5. Primary sector
6. Ganga–Brahmaputra
7. Prime Minister
8. Urban areas
9. Representation of the People Act
10. 82½°E
Section B – Very Short Answer
11. What was the Estates General?
The Estates General was a political body in France consisting of representatives of the three estates.
12. Name two plantation crops.
Tea and coffee are plantation crops.
13. What is decentralisation?
Decentralisation is the transfer of power from central and state governments to local governments.
14. Define underemployment.
Underemployment is a situation where people work but their capacity is not fully utilised.
15. What is a pressure group?
A pressure group is an organisation that influences government policies without seeking political power.
Section C – Short Answer
16. Explain any three causes of the French Revolution.
- Social inequality between the three estates.
- Heavy taxes imposed on the Third Estate.
- Absolute monarchy of the king.
17. Describe the importance of monsoon rainfall in India.
- Essential for agriculture.
- Recharges rivers and reservoirs.
- Supports hydroelectric power.
18. Explain any three forms of power sharing.
- Horizontal power sharing among legislature, executive and judiciary.
- Vertical power sharing among different levels of government.
- Power sharing among social groups.
19. Why is democracy considered better than dictatorship?
- Ensures political equality.
- Protects fundamental rights.
- Allows people to change rulers.
20. Explain the difference between organised and unorganised sectors.
| Organised Sector | Unorganised Sector |
|---|---|
| Fixed working hours | No fixed working hours |
| Job security | No job security |
| Regular salary | Low and irregular wages |
21. Why are forests important?
- Maintain ecological balance.
- Provide raw materials.
- Support wildlife.
Section D – Long Answer
22. Describe the role of nationalism in the French Revolution.
- Created a sense of unity among people.
- Ended feudal privileges.
- Established equality before law.
- Inspired other nations.
23. Explain the distribution of natural vegetation in India.
- Tropical evergreen forests – Western Ghats.
- Tropical deciduous forests – Central India.
- Thorn forests – Rajasthan.
- Mountain forests – Himalayas.
24. Explain the role of political parties in a democracy.
- Contest elections.
- Form governments.
- Represent public interests.
- Opposition checks government.
25. Describe the causes and consequences of poverty in India.
Causes:
- Population growth.
- Unemployment.
- Low agricultural productivity.
Consequences:
- Low standard of living.
- Poor health and education.
- Social inequality.
Section E – Case Study Based
26.
a) Democracy is a form of government in which people participate in decision making.
b) Right to vote.
c) Ensures equality and freedom.
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