Class – IX – Social Science Professional Coaching Centre – Bhuj

Social Science
Subject Code - 087
Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80

General Instructions:
 There are 38 questions in the Question paper. All questions are compulsory.
 The question paper has Four Sections – A-History, B-Geography C- Political Science & D-Economics.
 Each Section is of 20 Marks and has MCQs, VSA, SA, LAs and CBQ.
 Very Short Answer Type Questions (VSA), carry 2 marks each. Answers to each question should
not exceed 40 words.
 Short Answer Type Questions (SA), carry 3 marks each. Answers to each question should not exceed
60 words.
 Long answer type questions (LA), carry 5 marks each. Answers to each question should not exceed 120
words.
 There are case based questions (CBQ) with three sub questions and are of 4 marks [Link] to
each question should not exceed 100 words.
 The map-based questions, carry 3 marks Q19. In Section B - Geography (3 marks).
 There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been providedin few
questions. Only one of the choices in such questions must be attempted.

Section – A Marks
History (20 Marks)

1. Match the following: 1

List I List II
A. Treaty of Versailles 1. Created the Nazi Party’s paramilitary wing
B. Reichstag Fire 2. Imposed harsh penalties on Germany after WW-I
C. Hitler Youth 3. Aimed at indoctrinating German children
D. SA (Storm Troopers) 4. Used by Hitler to clamp down on political rivals
Codes:
A B C D A B C D
(a) 2 4 3 1 (b) 1 2 3 4
(c) 2 3 4 1 (d) 3 4 2 1
2. Identify and name the revolutionary woman shown in the picture given below: 1

(a) Olympe de Gouges (b) Mary Wollstonecraft (c) Charlotte Corday (d) Marie Roland
3. During the Industrial Revolution, society and the economy changed significantly.
Which option captures the key developments? 1
(a) Women and children were completely excluded from factory labour.
(b) Unemployment decreased significantly because industrial goods were in high demand.
(c) New urban areas, industrial hubs, and railroads were established, while working hours remained
long and wages stayed low.
(d) Social inequality was largely eliminated and work hours shortened.

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4. Adolf Hitler declared, “I believe today that my conduct is in accordance with the will of the
Almighty Creator.”-What does this statement most clearly reflect about Nazi ideology? 1
(a) The belief that Hitler was guided by divine approval in his actions
(b) The separation of religion and politics in Nazi Germany
(c) The idea that Jews and Christians must unite against racism
(d) The refusal of the Nazis to link religion with political ideology
5. “Nazi propaganda skillfully used the media to shape public opinion and gain mass support.”
Explain the statement with any two suitable examples. 2
6. The Treaty of Versailles impacted the Weimar Republic and contributed to political instability in
Germany. Explain the statement. 2
7. “The role of the educated middle class was crucial in shaping revolutionary ideas in France.”
Support this statement with suitable reasons. 3
OR
“The events around the meeting of the Estates General in 1789 marked the beginning of the French
Revolution.” Justify the statement with suitable arguments.
8. “The Constitution of 1791 transformed France into a constitutional monarchy,” Analyse this
statement with suitable arguments. 5
OR
“The period from 1793 to 1794 is called the Reign of Terror. Explain the key features of this period and
the reasons for Robespierre’s downfall.”
9. Read the given source and answer the following questions.

Socialists had different visions of the future. Some believed in the idea of cooperatives. Robert Owen
(1771-1858), a leading English manufacturer, sought to build a cooperative community called New
Harmony in Indiana (USA). Other socialists felt that cooperatives could not be built on a wide scale
only through individual initiative: they demanded that governments encourage cooperatives.
In France, for instance, Louis Blanc (1813-1882) wanted the government to encourage cooperatives and
replace capitalist enterprises. These cooperatives were to be associations of people who produced
goods together and divided the profits according to the work done by members.

(i) Explain why socialists opposed private property and what they proposed instead. 1
(ii) How did Robert Owen and Louis Blanc differ in their approach to building a socialist society? 1
(iii) Analyse Karl Marx’s view on capitalism and how he envisioned the future society. 2

Section - B
Geography (20 Marks)

10. Which geographical feature explains the division of the Indian Ocean into two water bodies on
either side of the Indian peninsula? 1
(a) Presence of mountain ranges on the eastern coast
(b) The tapering shape of the southern Indian landmass
(c) Confluence of major river systems
(d) Shifting of tectonic plates
11. Identify the appropriate option to fill in the empty boxes. 1
Year Event
1956 Launch of Family Planning Programme
? Start of declining birth rates
? National Population Policy (NPP) launched

(a) 1985,2000 (b) 2000,1985 (c) 1991, 2000 (d) 1985, 1991

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12. The cold weather season begins from mid November in Northern India and stays till February.
December and January are the coldest months in the Northern part of India. The temperature
decreases from South to the North. The average temperature of Chennai, on the Eastern coast, is
between 24°- 25° Celsius, while in the Northern plains, it ranges between 10°C and 15° Celsius.
Days are warm and nights are cold. Frost is common in the north and the higher slopes of the
Himalayas experience snowfall. During this season, the northeast trade winds prevail over the
country.
Which of the following best explains the reason for rainfall on the Tamil Nadu coast during the
cold weather season? 1
(a) Presence of the Bay of Bengal cyclone
(b) Western disturbances from Pakistan
(c) North-East trade winds blowing from sea to land
(d) Monsoon winds returning from the Himalayas
13. Based on the formation and features of the Northern Plains, which of the following is most likely
true about this region? 1
(a) It consists mainly of plateaus and volcanic rocks.
(b) It is agriculturally unproductive due to the dry climate.
(c) It has fertile alluvial soil formed by river deposition over millions of years.
(d) It is sparsely populated due to extreme weather conditions.
14. Which of the following longitudes is taken as the Standard Meridian of India? 1
(a) 82° 30’E (b) 90° 00’E (c) 68° 07’E (d) 77° 00’E
15. Which of the following statements best explains the primary objective of the
NamamiGangeProgramme?
1
(a) To create artificial lakes along the Ganga for tourism promotion
(b) To build more dams across the river Ganga for power generation
(c) To conserve and rejuvenate the Ganga by reducing pollution and improving water quality
(d) To divert the course of the Ganga for flood management purposes
16. The Brahmaputra carries less water and silt in Tibet but more in Assam. Based on climatic
conditions, explain why the river’s nature changes as it flows from Tibet to India. 2
17. Person P plans to invest in agriculture in the Northern Plains of India. Considering the
geographical and soil characteristics of this region, analyse why the Northern Plains are highly
suitable for intensive agriculture. 5
OR
‘The Peninsular Plateau is a significant physiographic division of India.’ Justify this statement by
explaining its main features and importance.
18. Read the given text and answer the following questions.

India’s monsoon rains started retreating from the northwest of the country on Monday, nearly a week
later than normal, the state-run India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in a statement. India’s
annual monsoon provides almost 70% of the rain it needs to water farms and replenish reservoirs and
aquifers and is the lifeblood of a nearly 3.5-trillion economy. Without irrigation, nearly half of Indian
farmland depends on the rains that usually run from June to [Link] monsoon generally
begins in June and starts to retreat by Sept. 17 but the rains continued this year, which helped to
replenish reservoirs but damaged the harvesting of crops that were ready in some states.

(i) Why do you think the delayed retreat of the monsoon rains in India can affect agriculture? 1
(ii) How does the Indian monsoon influence the overall economy of the country? Explain. 1
(iii) Can irregularities in monsoon patterns worsen poverty and inequality in India?
Justify your answer. 2

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Map Skill-Based Question (3 Marks)

19. On the outline map of India locate and label the following with suitable symbols. 3
I. (A) a narrow coastal strip between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea.
OR
(B) it forms the southern boundary of the Central Highlands in the Peninsular plateau
II. Any two of the following.
(i) One of the largest freshwater lakes in India
(ii) Second highest peak in the world
(iii) Triangular landmass that lies to the South of the river Narmada

Section - C
Political Science (20 Marks)

20. Which of the following statements best explain why Pakistan under General Musharraf was not
considered a true democracy? 1
I. Elections were held and representatives were chosen by the people.
II. The final decision-making power rested with military officials, not elected representatives.
III. The civilian cabinet was independent in its functioning.
IV. General Musharraf, who held the final authority, was not elected by the people.
(a) I and II (b) II and IV (c) I, II and III (d) I, III and IV
21. The cartoon below shows a politician carrying a sack full of “PROMISES” while a thirsty, tired
“VOTER” is left behind. Which of the following options best explains the message of the cartoon? 1

(a) Politicians fulfill all promises made during elections.

(b) Voters ignore election campaigns and promises.
(c) Politicians often make promises to gain votes but fail to deliver them once elected.
(d) Voters are always satisfied with their leaders.
22. Consider the following case and choose the correct option.
Suppose the Union Government decides to implement a reservation policy for backward classes in
government jobs based on a commission’s report. A group of citizens questions this policy, arguing
that it was not signed directly by the Prime Minister. Can this decision still be considered valid? 1
(a) No, because only the Prime Minister can sign and issue official policies.
(b) Yes, because the President signs all such policies.
(c) Yes, because ministers and officers act on behalf of the Prime Minister who leads the Cabinet and
exercises real decision-making powers.
(d) No, because Parliament must sign every executive decision.
23. Two statements are given as Assertion (A) and Reason(R). Read the statements carefully and
choose the correct option. 1
Assertion (A): The apartheid government in South Africa came to an end through violent revolution.
Reason (R): Protests and international pressure forced the government to change its policies and
negotiate with black leaders.
Codes:
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

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(c) A is false, but R is true.
(d) A is true, but R is false.
24. Explain any two powers of the Election Commission of India. 2
25. “In some countries, people are denied basic political rights.” Identify any two political rights
that are missing in such countries and explain why their absence is harmful to democracy. 2
26. “Democratic institutions may seem slow and complicated, yet they are essential.” Support this
statement with suitable arguments. 3
27. The Right to Freedom ensures personal liberty and safeguards citizens from arbitrary actions
of the state. Explain. 5
OR
‘The exploitation of vulnerable sections remains a persistent issue in Indian society.’ Analyse how the
Indian Constitution aims to prevent such exploitation through specific provisions.
28. Read the given source and answer the following questions.

As far back as in 1928, Motilal Nehru and eight other Congress leaders drafted a constitution for India.
In 1931, the resolution at the Karachi session of the Indian National Congress dwelt on how
independent India’s constitution should look like. Both these documents were committed to the
inclusion of universal adult franchise, right to freedom and equality and to protecting the rights of
minorities in the constitution of independent India. Thus some basic values were accepted by all
leaders much before the Constituent Assembly met to deliberate on the Constitution.

(i) What were two important features discussed in early constitutional drafts before independence? 2
(ii) What was the significance of the Karachi session of the Indian National Congress in 1931
regarding the Constitution? 1
(iii) How do we know that basic constitutional values were widely accepted even before the
Constituent Assembly met? 1

Section - D
Economics (20 Marks)

29. Which of the following situations best represents the concept of social exclusion? 1
(a) A person is unable to read or write due to lack of schooling.
(b) A worker is paid less than the minimum wage.
(c) A girl is denied entry into a social function because of her caste.
(d) A family cannot afford a balanced diet daily.
30. What can be inferred about the reason for the Bengal famine of 1943? 1
(a) Disruption in imports leading to decreased total availability of rice.
(b) Inefficient distribution system leading to uneven availability of rice.
(c) Continuous decline in rice production over the years.
(d) Drastic reduction in rice production in a particular year.
31. ‘Seema’ is excluded from social functions due to her caste. This type of poverty indicator is best
referred to as: 1
(a) educational poverty (b) health indicator
(c) standard of living (d) social exclusion
32. Which of the following examples best illustrates the economic invisibility of women’s domestic
work in the family? 1
(a) Sheela cooks, cleans and takes care of children but does not receive any payment for her work.
(b) Buta cultivates fields and earns money by selling the produce in the market.
(c) Geeta sells fish in the market and earns an income based on her skills.
(d) Both men and women are equally paid when working outside the home.

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33. Person X tries to explain why the poverty line varies between countries and over time. Which
of the following reasons is most likely to be used by him/her? 1
(a) Different countries have different levels of development and social norms, so the minimum
income or consumption to meet basic needs changes accordingly.
(b) The poverty line is fixed globally and does not change with a country’s economic growth or
inflation.
(c) All people everywhere have the same basic needs, so the poverty line should be uniform
worldwide.
(d) The poverty line depends only on the physical quantity of food consumed, without considering
prices or other needs.
34. Match the following: 1
List I (Terms) List II (Description/Purposes)
A. Buffer Stock 1. Helps distribute foodgrains at lower prices to poor
people
B. Minimum Support 2. The price fixed to encourage farmers to grow more
Price crops
C. Public Distribution 3. Food grains stored to meet shortages and calamities
System
D. Ration Shops 4. Shops selling food items at subsidized prices
Codes:
A B C D A B C D
(a) 3 2 14 (b) 1 3 42
(c) 2 1 4 3 (d) 4 3 2 1
35. Evaluate how the Public Distribution System (PDS) has evolved to better serve the poor in India. 3
36. ‘Understanding poverty requires looking beyond income to factors like social exclusion and
vulnerability.’ Explain why this broader view is important. 3
37. Highlight three significant factors that have contributed to the improvement of health in India
over the last decades. 3
38. A student interviewed two families from different regions to understand their food security
status. The student concludes that one family is food secure while the other faces food insecurity.
Analyse the key factors that explain why some families face food insecurity in India. 5
OR
Explain how the Green Revolution contributed to reducing hunger and achieving food
self-sufficiency in India.

ALL THE VERY BEST

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