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syllabus: Federalism, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Water Resources) with marks
distribution:
• MCQ / VSA (1 × 10 = 10 marks)
• SA (3 × 4 = 12 marks)
• LA (5 × 3 = 15 marks)
• Map (1 × 3 = 3 marks)
Total = 40 marks
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📘 Class X Social Science – Question Paper
Syllabus: Federalism, Sectors of the Indian Economy, Water Resources
Maximum Marks: 40 | Time: 2 Hours
Section A – MCQ / VSA (1 × 10 = 10 marks)
1. Federalism means:
(a) Division of powers between centre and state
(b) One level of government
(c) Only central rule
(d) None
Answer: (a) Division of powers between centre and state
2. Which river project is called the "Lifeline of Gujarat"?
Answer: Sardar Sarovar Dam
3. Which sector is called the “Primary sector”?
Answer: Agriculture and related activities
4. Give one example of cooperative federalism in India.
Answer: Goods and Services Tax (GST)
5. Which sector contributes the highest to India’s GDP today?
Answer: Tertiary (Service) Sector
6. What does “Concurrent List” mean?
Answer: Subjects on which both Centre and States can make laws.
7. Which multipurpose river project is constructed on the river Kosi?
Answer: Kosi Project
8. Name one feature of the unorganized sector.
Answer: No job security or fixed working hours.
9. Which amendment of the Constitution made Panchayati Raj institutions constitutional?
Answer: 73rd Amendment
10. Which state is known as the “Water Bank of India”?
Answer: Meghalaya
Section B – Short Answer (3 × 4 = 12 marks)
11. Explain any three features of federalism.
Answer:
• Two or more levels of government.
• Division of powers by Constitution.
• Independent judiciary to resolve disputes.
12. Distinguish between the organized and unorganized sectors of the economy (any
three points).
Answer:
• Organized: fixed wages, Unorganized: irregular wages.
• Organized: job security, Unorganized: no security.
• Organized: registered by government, Unorganized: not registered.
13. Explain any three reasons why multipurpose river projects are criticized.
Answer:
• Displacement of people.
• Environmental damage (forests submerged).
• Unequal distribution of water.
14. Write any three differences between the Primary and Tertiary sectors.
Answer:
• Primary: production of goods, Tertiary: services.
• Primary: depends on nature, Tertiary: depends on skill.
• Primary: farming, fishing, mining, Tertiary: banking, transport, education.
Section C – Long Answer (5 × 3 = 15 marks)
15. “India has a federal system, but the central government has more powers.” Explain
with examples.
Answer (points):
• Constitution provides three lists (Union, State, Concurrent).
• Union List has more subjects (e.g., defence, foreign affairs).
• Centre can make laws even on Concurrent List if conflict arises.
• States depend on Centre for funds.
• Example: Emergency powers increase Centre’s authority.
16. Explain the importance of the Service Sector in India’s economy.
Answer (points):
• Provides largest share in GDP.
• Creates employment in transport, banking, IT, communication.
• Supports agriculture & industries (e.g., storage, trade).
• IT and software exports earn foreign exchange.
• Education & health improve quality of life.
17. Why is water conservation necessary in India? Explain with five reasons.
Answer (points):
• Unequal water distribution.
• Increasing population demand.
• Overuse of groundwater.
• Seasonal & uneven rainfall.
• To prevent droughts and ensure food security.
Section D – Map (1 × 3 = 3 marks)
18. On the outline map of India, locate and label the following:
(a) Sardar Sarovar Dam
(b) Hirakud Dam
(c) Tehri Dam
Answer:
• (a) Gujarat – Sardar Sarovar
• (b) Odisha – Hirakud
• (c) Uttarakhand – Tehri
Total = 40 marks
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