[Link] did Britishers introduced the vernacular press Act ?
a)to learn about India for better administration.
b)to develop patriotic feelings and national fervor.
c)to reconstruct the history of ancient and medieval period
d)to restrict the freedom of Indian press and criticism against britishers.
2. Read the data given below and answer the question-
In the above bar graph of population of Delhi the number of males is more than in the 2001 and
2011 census. Which dimension of population does it signify?
Q-3 Conservation of soil has become one of the major environmental concerns. Identify the
correct information related to conservation of soil.
(a) Steps Should be taken to Check reckless cutting of Trees.
(b)Modern methods of irrigation, such as drip and sprinkles methods should be used.
(c ) Rows of trees or Shelter belts are planted in desert regions
(d) by educating and sensitizing people towards the urgent need of soil conservation.
(I) (a) and (b)only
(ii) (a), (c) and (d) only
(iii) (b) and (d) only
(iv) (b), (c) and (d) only
Q-4 The britisher took advantage of political instability and controlled India in 1858 through-
a)only military action
b)development of infrastructure like railway postal etc.
c)social and economic development
d)crumbling the new ideas and gave place to old system.
Q-5 The Southern Indian states of India like Karnataka, Kerala and tamilnadu are the major
producer of coffee because of-
a) poor quality of soil
b) sub tropical region of India
c) rainfall 150 -200 cm
d) hot and humid climate
i) only A
ii) only B
iii) only C & D
iv) Only C
Q-6 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose gave the slogan “you give me blood & I will give you
freedom. What does it indicate ?
Q-7Arrange the following event in chronological order and choose the correct option from the
given answers-
a)revolts of kukis
b)revolt of mundas
c)revolt of khonds
d) revolt of santhals
i) C-B-A-D
ii)A-B-C-D
iii)D-A-B-C
iv)B-D-A-C
Q- 8Which of the following statements describe the significance of secularism.
a)It is a part of democracy which grants equal rights.
b)It protects the rights given to the majority.
c)It enables people of different religions to live in harmony.
d)It safeguards democracy by limiting the powers of the minorities.
a) statements 1, 2 & 3 are appropriate
b) statements 1 & 3 are appropriate
c) statement 2, 3 & 4 are appropriate
d) only statement 1 is appropriate
Q-9Which one of the following features are taken from the british constitution-
1)the cabinet system
2)the feudal system
3)bicameral legislature
4) fundamental duties
i)1 and 2
ii)2 and 3
iii)1 and 3
iv)2 and 4
Q-10Two statements are given below. Choose the correct answer from options that follow-
Statement A- The companies monoplisaation of the trade was getting stronger.
Statement R- Changes in the british trade policy force the Indian craftsman and the artisians to
give up their traditional livelihood.
1) Both A & R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
2) Both A & R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
3) A is correct, R is incorrect
4) A is incorrect, R is correct
Q-11Mr X is the politician in one state, he does not allow labour from another state to work in his
state, Choose the correct fundamental right violate the following situation-
a) Right to Equality
b) Right against exploitation
c) Right to freedom of religion
d) Right to freedom
i) Only 4
ii)3 and 4
iii)1, 2 and 3
iv)Only 2
Q-12 Which one of the following statements is true for the members of the 'electoral College' to
elect the President of India?
(A) Members of Lok Sabha Only.
(B) Members of Rajya Sabha Only.
(C) Members of Legislative Assemblies of all the States only.
(D) Elected members of Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and Legislative Assemblies of all the States.
Q-13In the question given below there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and reason (
R ). Read the statements carefully and choose the correct option.
Assertion ( A) :- The Chief justice of India takes over the responsibility of the President in case
the office of the Vice President falls vacant .
Reason ( R) :- The Vice President is elected by the nominated members of both the House of
Parliament.
Options:-
Both (A) and ( R) are true and ( R) is the correct explanation of ( A) .
Both ( A ) and ( R ) are true but ( R ) is not the correct explanation of ( A )
( A ) is true but ( R ) is false .
( A ) is false but ( R ) is true .
Q-14Which one of the following is the correct statement about the Executive of the Union
Government.
a) The President/ Prime Minister/ Vice President is the nominal head of the Government of
India.
b) The President is the supreme commander of Indian Administrative Services/ Defence forces/
Indian Foreign services
c) The Vice President is the Chairman of Lok Sabha/ Rajya Sabha/ Vidhan Sabha.
d) After the elections the President appoints the leader of the majority party as the Vice
President/ Speaker/ Prime Minister.
[Link] column A with Column B and choose the correct option given below.
A)Exhaustible Resources i)Birds & Animals
B)Biotic Resources ii)Forest & water
C)Manmade Resources iii)Coal & Petroleum
D)Abiotic Resources iv)Building & Machines
1) A-ii, B- iii, C-i, D-iv
2) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii
3) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii
4) A-i, B- iii, C-iv D-ii
Q-16 Interpret the following pie diagram and choose the correct option for the following
question-
Which one of the following is a reason for the high growth rate in U.P. and Bihar?
a) high death rate
b) large scale out migration
c) large scale of in migration
d) high birth rate
Q-17Which one does not promote conservation of resources?
a)use resources more efficiently
b)optimum utilization of resources
c)use as much resources as required
d)reduce wastage of resources
Q-18The British signed many treaties with the Kings and Nawabs but violated them, as per their
convenience. One such treaty signed with Awadh was subsidiary Alliance in 1801. The Nawab
Wajid Ali Shah was compelled to accept the permanent British army within the territory and to
pay a subsidy for its maintenance.
a)It shows the greediness of britishers.
b)They want to get more income for the maintenance of the army.
c)Kings got benefit of these treaties.
d)Under these treaties Britishers gave high ranks and jagirs to the kings.
i)1 and 2 Only
ii)2 and 3 Only
iii)1 and 4 Only
iv)3 and 4 Only
Q-19Choose the correct statement related to the Act of 1856 from the following:
A. It ensured that the kingdoms without a legal heir to be taken over by the British.
B. It made it compulsory for the new British recruits to serve in India.
C. It ensured the transfer of power from the British East India Company to the British Crown.
D. It made it compulsory for the new Indian recruits to serve overseas.
Q-20In 1943, the British appointed Johan Sargent to prepare a_________ for the children
between 6 - 14 years of age.
a) british system of education
b) national system of education
c) Universities Act
d)Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
2 Mark Questions
Q-21 Name two states having high density of population. Give one reason.
Q-22 Mirsa Munda, a young boy who emerged as a hero of tribals. Justify the statement
Q-23 Express the concern of constituent assembly for Indians while framing the constitution.
Q-24 Write two Gandhian principles under the Directive principles of State Policy.
3 Mark Questions
Q-25 Age Structure of population is an important component of demographic structure. Explain
with suitable examples.
Q-26 Analyze the three outcomes of the revolt of 1857.
Q-27 The unjust policies of the British resulted in rebellions by tribals in different parts of India.
Give an assessment of the rebellions of tribal people by giving three suitable examples.
Q-28 India is known as a federation with a very strong central government. Explain with an
example any two constitutional provisions.
[Link] the Election procedure of the president of India.
Q-30 The nasik district of Maharashtra and many other districts were severely affected by
drought in the year 2016-17 due to the deficient rainfall as a result of global warming as an
aware citizen. Develop a few plans to combat this situation.
Q-31.“Mohan recently got a farm and home to grow cotton and [Link] is familiar with the
local soil types and climatic conditions .”Help him identify the appropriate soil and climatic
conditions for successful farming.
Q-32. Analyze the Role of Revolutionaries in the National movement.
Q-33.‘As the highest court, the Supreme Court performs many important function and exercises
different type of jurisdiction’. Explain the statement.
Case Study based-
Q-34 Ch -1(Pg.5) - First two paragraphs.
A)How population growth is responsible for over utilization of natural resources.
B)Which factors are responsible for sustainability of resources.
C)Write two benefits of resource planning.
Q-35
A)State the purpose of missionary schools.
B)State any two positive impact of British System of Education.
C)Which