Class 10 Social Science
Previous Board Examination – Full Solved Answers (Set 2)
All answers are written in simple student exam-writing style as per CBSE board valuation norms.
Section A – MCQs (Answers)
1. French Revolution
2. Tea
3. Election Commission
4. Tertiary sector
5. Mahatma Gandhi
Section B – Very Short Answer
6. What is a nation?
A nation is a group of people who share a common history, culture, language and a sense of unity.
7. What is a mineral?
A mineral is a naturally occurring substance with a definite chemical composition and physical properties.
8. Define federalism.
Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between the central government and state governments.
9. What is per capita income?
Per capita income is the average income of a country calculated by dividing national income by total population.
10. What is resource planning?
Resource planning is a technique of proper utilisation and conservation of resources for future use.
Section C – Short Answer
11. Explain the role of women in nationalist movements.
Women participated actively in nationalist movements by attending meetings, boycotting foreign goods and spreading awareness. Leaders like Sarojini Naidu inspired women to join freedom struggle.
12. Write three characteristics of black soil.
1. Black soil is rich in clay.
2. It retains moisture for a long time.
3. It is suitable for cotton cultivation.
13. What are the challenges faced by democracy?
1. Political corruption
2. Lack of awareness among people
3. Delay in justice
14. Explain the difference between organised and unorganised sectors.
Organised sector has fixed working hours and job security, while unorganised sector lacks job security and fixed wages.
15. What was the role of salt in the Civil Disobedience Movement?
Salt became a symbol of protest against British laws. The Salt March led by Gandhiji encouraged people to break the salt law.
16. Explain any three methods of soil conservation.
1. Afforestation – planting trees to prevent erosion.
2. Terrace farming – reduces soil erosion on slopes.
3. Contour ploughing – slows down water flow.
Section D – Long Answer
17. Explain the factors that led to the rise of nationalism in India.
Nationalism in India developed due to the impact of British rule, economic exploitation, social reforms and the role of leaders like Mahatma Gandhi. Press and education also spread national ideas.
18. Describe the distribution and importance of water resources in India.
India has rivers, lakes and groundwater resources. Water resources are important for agriculture, industries, electricity generation and domestic use.
19. Explain the working of democracy in India.
India is a democratic country where people elect their representatives through elections. The Constitution guarantees rights and equality to all citizens.
20. Describe the role of money in an economy.
Money acts as a medium of exchange, store of value and unit of account. It makes trade and economic activities easier.
Section E – Map Work
21. Map-based answers:
a) Champaran – Bihar
b) Dandi – Gujarat
c) Jamshedpur – Jharkhand
d) Bhakra Nangal Dam – Himachal Pradesh
e) Tea region – Assam
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Class 10 Social Science – Previous Board Exam Full Answers (Set 2)
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