CBSE 2006, Social Science, Sample Question Paper 2, Class X

www.cbseguess.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------www.cbseguess.com Other Educational Portals www.icseguess.com | www.ignouguess.com | www.dulife.com | www.magicsense.com Max. Marks -100 Social Science – Sample Paper # 2 Time -3 hrs General Instructions : 1. Answers to questions carrying two marks should not exceed 30 words. 2. Answers to questions carrying 4 marks should not exceed 60-80 words. 3. Answers to questions carrying 6 marks should not exceed 100-125 words. 4. Maps should be securely tied in the middle of the answer scripts. 5. Attempt all parts of a question together. 1. Why are dwelling places of Ladakh different from those of Kerala? Give two reasons to justify your answer. (2) 2. Give two examples of monuments, which had to be transplanted to new areas because of submergence. (2) 3. (a) Name a palace each in Karnataka and Kerala. (2) (b) How are these palaces used in modern times? 4. How does the depletion of forests affect the eco-system? Explain two points. (2) 5. What are museums? Name any two museums of India and mention their geographical location. (2) 6. How has the ancient monuments and Archaeological sites and Remains Act of 1958 helped to preserve ancient historical monuments? Explain two points. (2) 7. Why has the importance of telecom industry been increasing in recent days? Give two reasons. (2) 8. “Unity in diversity is the backbone of our national development.” Explain any two points briefly. (2) 9. Explain the term “Seasonal Unemployment” and “Structural Unemployment”. (2) 10. Enumerate the various fundamental rights of the citizen outlined by the Constitution of India. (2) 11. What is Human Development Index? Write about the basic components of human measurement. (2) 12. What does “Consumer Awareness” mean? Why was “Codex Alimentarius Commission” established? (2) 13. Mention the “Directive Principles” as well as the five Principles of “Panchsheel” laid down by our Constitution. (2) www.cbseguess.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------www.cbseguess.com Other Educational Portals www.icseguess.com | www.ignouguess.com | www.dulife.com | www.magicsense.com 14. What is “Golden Quadrilateral”? Explain the concept “Build, Operate and Transfer”(BOT)? (4) 15. Distinguish between Agro-based industries and Mineral-based industries. Write the name of two places where the above mentioned two industries exist? What is the role of Agro-based industry in our economy? (4) 16. Analyse any four factors, which help in the formation of soils. OR “Mass communication plays a vital role in creating awareness among people”-Discuss. (4) 17. What is “Stupa”? During which period were most of these erected? Mention any two famous “Stupas” with one characteristic of each. (4) 18. Name two “fairs and festivals” of North and South India respectively. How “fairs and festivals” provide unity to India? In what ways Indian culture is enriched by the foreign elements? (4) 19. “There is distinction between revolutionary freedom fighters and the present terrorists” – Give four arguments in support of this statement. (4) 20. (a) Explain with three reasons how the conversion of different railway gauges to unigauge is beneficial for transportation. (3) (b) State the problems faced by the woollen textile industries in India? Why is woollen textile industry concentrated in Northern India? (3) 21. Write a brief note on our mineral oil and gas deposits covering the following points : (a) Potential areas of deposits (b) Production trend (c) Growth in Demand and Consumption (d) Refining Industry OR (6) (i) Since the land under pasture has reduced, what impact it had on cattle rearing? Give two reasons. (2) (ii) “Animal husbandry is an auxiliary activity of Indian agriculture”-Explain the statement by giving four examples. (2) (iii) “Our musical heritage is very rich” – Justify. (2) 22. (a) Write a note on technological and institutional reforms regarding Agriculture. (3) www.cbseguess.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------www.cbseguess.com Other Educational Portals www.icseguess.com | www.ignouguess.com | www.dulife.com | www.magicsense.com (b) Name four varieties of iron-ore. Distinguish between Thermal and Hydro Electric Power. Mention the uses of Copper and Aluminium. (Two uses each) (3) 23. (i) “We are living in a progressively shrinking world” – Justify this statement giving three points. (3) (ii) Where was the first cement plant setup in India? What are the reasons for first expansion of cement industry in India? Mention three cement companies in India. (3) 24. Describe briefly the Kailash Temple at Ellora under the following headings : (a) Name the place of location and the state. (b) Under which dynasty and by which King. (c) Main characteristics. (6) 25. (i) Are rights Absolute? Distinguish between “Moral Rights” and “Legal Rights”. (3) (ii) Examine the relevance of NAM in the present day world. (3) 26. (a) What is “Globalisation”? Write one beneficial and one adverse effect of this policy. (2) (b) What are the impact of price-rise on different sections of our society? Mention anti-social practices leading to price-rise. (4) 27. (i) On an outline map of India, mark and name the place where the following monuments are located : (a) Qutab Minar. (b) Golconda Fort. (c) Jagannath Temple. (d) Sher Shah’s Tomb. (e) Oldest fire-temple in our country. (f) Santhom Cathedral. (3) (ii) On an outline map of India, mark and name the place where the following are located : (g) An Iron and Steel Plant at Karnataka. (h) A Thermal Power Station at Tamilnadu. (i) An Oil Refinery in North India. (j) A Coal Field at Rajasthan. (k) A Software Technology Park in N.E. India. (l) A National Park at Orissa. (3) 28. Study the map given below and identify the features marked as A,B,C and D. With the help of the Legend write their names correctly in the space provided. (2) www.cbseguess.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------www.cbseguess.com Other Educational Portals www.icseguess.com | www.ignouguess.com | www.dulife.com | www.magicsense.com