UTTAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

PRE BOARD III (2023-24)

SUBJECT – SOCIAL SCIENCE
GRADE – X
SET- A
Time: 3 Hours MM: 80 Marks
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
i. Question paper comprises Six Sections – A, B, C, D, E and F. There are 38 questions in the
question paper. All questions are compulsory.
ii. Section A – From question 1 to 20 are MCQs of 1 mark each.
iii. Section B – Question no. 21 to 24 are Very Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 2
marks each. Answers to each question should not exceed 40 words.
iv. Section C contains Q.25to Q.29 are Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 3 marks each.
Answers to each question should not exceed 60 words.
v. Section D – Question no. 30 to 33 are long answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each.
Answers to each question should not exceed 120 words.
vi. Section-E - Questions no from 34 to 36 are case based questions with three sub questions and
are of 4 marks each.
vii. Section F – Question no. 37 & 38 are map based, carrying 5 marks, 37 from
History (2 marks) and 38 from Geography (3 marks).
viii. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has been
provided in a few questions. Only one of the choices in such questions have to be attempted.
ix. In addition to this, separate instructions are given with each section and question,
wherever necessary.
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Multiple Choice Questions (SECTION-A) 1x20=20

1. “Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world! Tremble before the virtual writer!’
What did Mercier mean by the above lines?
A. Rulers often attacked the writers in order to maintain their power over people
B. The spread of print culture would bring down the spirits of intellectual writers
C. Printing of books had the potential to bring an end to despotism
D. Cruel leaders needed to reflect upon their actions

2. There are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and
choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): Gandhiji entered into Gandhi-Irwin Pact on 5th March 1931.
Reason(R): Ghaffar Khan and Jawaharlal Nehru were both put in jail, the Congress was declared illegal, and
a series of measures had been imposed to prevent meetings, demonstrations and boycotts. Mark the option
which is most suitable:
A. Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
B. Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
C. Assertion is true but Reason is false.
D. Both Assertion and Reason are false
3. Which of the following statements best signifies this image?

A. Round table conference at London

B. Constituent Assembly of India
C. The Frankfurt Parliament in the church of St. Paul
D. The Hall of Mirrors of Versailles.

4. Which of the following arguments do not make a democratic government better than other
governments?
A. It establishes tyranny of the majority community.
B. Promotes equality among citizens.
C. Provides a method to resolve conflicts.
D. Allows room to correct mistakes.

5. Which type of erosion can be seen in the given picture?

A. Sheet erosion
B. Wind erosion
C. Gully erosion.
D. Stream bank erosion

6. Which one among the following pairs is correctly matched?

List-I List-II
1. Coffee Industry i. Basic industry
2. Oil India Ltd. ii. Joint sector industry
3. BHEL iii. Public sector industry
4. Iron and Steel Industry iv. Agro based industry
A. 1(i) 2(ii) 3(iii) 4(iv)
B. 1(iv) 2(ii) 3(iii) 4(i)
C. 1(ii) 2(iii) 3(iv) 4(i)
D. 1(iii) 2(iv) 3(ii) 4(i)
7. Identify the crop with the help of the following information:
• It is the third most important food crop with respect to area and production.
• It is a rain-fed crop which hardly needs irrigation.
• It has a very high nutritional value.
Options:
A. Rice B. Gram
C. Maize D. Jowar

8. In the context of democracies, which of the following ideas is correct - Democracies have
successfully eliminated
A. conflict among people.
B. economic inequalities among people.
C. differences of opinion about how marginalised section one to be treated.
D. the idea of political inequality.

9. In the questions given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A) : Caste differences have become weak in Indian society.
Reason (R): Caste mobility and urbanisation have weakened the caste prejudices.
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).
C. (A) is true but (R) is false.
D. (A) is false but (R) is true.

10. Arrange the following in a correct sequence:

i.The designers in Delhi get orders to design a magazine from London office, using telecommunication
Facilities.
ii.After designing and printing the magazine in Delhi office, it is sent to London by air.
iii.The payment is made from a bank in London to a bank in Delhi through netbanking.
iv.The designing is done using a computer.
A. (iv), (iii), (ii),(i) B. (iii), (iv), (ii), (i) C. (i), (iv), (ii), (iii) D. (i), (ii), (iii), (iv)

11. Consider the following statements on the meaning of communal politics:

Communal politics is based on the belief that :
A. One religion is superior to that of others.
B. People belonging to different religions can live together happily as equal citizens.
C. Followers of a particular religion constitute one community.
D. State power cannot be used to establish the domination of one religious group over others
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A. A, B, C and D
B. A, B and D
C. A and C
D. B and D

12. Two statements Assertion and Reason are given below. Read them carefully and choose the correct option
below.
Assertion (A): The Indian government, after independence, had imposed trade barriers to foreign trade
and foreign investment.
Reason ( R): Around 1991, the barrier to foreign trade and foreign investment were removed.
A. Both (A) and ( R) are true and ( R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B. Both (A) and ( R) are true and ( R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C. (A) is true but ( R) is false.
D. Both (A) and ( R) are false.
13. Identify the correct feature of Unitary form of government from the following options:
A. There are two or more levels of government.
B. Different tiers of government govern the same citizens.
C. Each tier of government has its own jurisdiction.
D. The sub-units are subordinate to the central government

14. Vijay is undernourished as his weight is 45 kgs and height is 1.78 mts. Find out his correct BMI from the
following options: (Show the working)
A. 12.6 B. 13.5 C. 14.7 D. 15.2

15. Which of the following statements is correct about "holding together" federations?
A. Both central and state governments have equal powers.
B. Central government tends to be more powerful vis-à-vis states.
C. Central government has less powers than the states.
D. Powers are equally distributed among the central, provincial and local governments.

16. Which of the following measures the proportion of literate population in the 7 and above age group?
A. Net Attendance Ratio C. Enrolment Rate
B. Literacy Rate D. Drop out Rate

17. Two statements Assertion and Reason are given below. Read them carefully and choose the correct option
below.
Assertion (A): The relations between Sinhala and Tamils had become hostile and conflicting
Reason (R) : The Tamils felt that the government of Sri Lanka followed discriminatory policy towards them
A. Both (A) and ( R) are true and ( R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B. Both (A) and ( R) are true and ( R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C. (A) is true but ( R) is false.
D. Both (A) and ( R) are false.

18. Which of the following options is not on a hundred/ten rupee currency note in India?
A. Signature of the President of India.
B. Picture of Mahatma Gandhi.
C. Motto, Satyamev Jayate with the State Emblem, the Lions Capital of Ashoka.
D. I promise to pay the bearer the sum of hundred/ten rupees.

19. Identify the appropriate reason for strengthening of federalism in India over the last three decades:
A. Emergence of coalitions between National and State Parties
B. Delegation of more powers to the states
C. Active role of the judiciary
D. States have become more assertive

20. Match the Columns:

Column A Column B
(A) Place, where Gandhiji abruptly withdrew (i) A joint electorate with the reservation for
the Non-Cooperation Movement Harijans
(B) The Poona Pact which was signed between the (ii) Ahmedabad, 1918
British Govt. and Gandhiji in 1934 provided for
(C) A movement for cotton mill workers (iii) Calcutta, September 1920
(D) Place, where Gandhiji convinced other leaders to (iv) Chauri Chaura
start non-cooperation movement in support of a
Khilafat as well as for ‘Swaraj’.
 A. (A)–(iv); (B)–(i); (C)–(ii); (D)–(iii)
B. (A)–(iv); (B)–(ii); (C)–(i); (D)–(iii)
C. (A)–(iii); (B)–(i); (C)–(ii); (D)–(iv)
D. (A)–(ii); (B)–(i); (C)–(iv); (D)–(iii)

Very Short Questions (SECTION-B) 2x4=8

21.How had novels been easily available to the masses in Europe during the nineteenth century? Explain with
examples.
OR
Interpret any one fear in the minds of religious authorities and monarchs about the printed texts during the
16th century in Europe.
22. 'There is an overwhelming support for the idea of democracy in South Asia. ' Support the statement
with suitable arguments.
23.“Production and consumption of steel is often regarded as the index of a country’s development.” Justify the
statement.
24. Explain the factors which make India a secular state.

Short Questions (SECTION-C) 3x5=15

25. How did the late 15th to 16th-century voyages, such as those led by Columbus, influence global trade
exchanges? Give examples of the diverse trade connections that emerged during this period, considering
the impact on different regions and the types of commodities exchanged.
26. “India is rich in certain types of resources and deficient in some others.” Support your answer
with examples.
27. Explain common, different and conflicting goals by giving suitable examples.
28. Examine the role of political parties in a democratic country.
29. Examine the role of technology in stimulating the process of Globalisation.

Long Questions (SECTION-D) 5x4=20

30. What was the condition of local bodies before 1992? How the amendment of 1992 has made third tier i.e.
Panchayati Raj more powerful. (2+3)
OR
Explain how language policy has strengthened federalism and helped our country avoid the kind of
situation that Sri Lanka finds itself in.

31. Cotton textile industry was concentrated in certain areas. Name the factors responsible for its localisation.
How is this industry beneficial for the local people ?
OR
Write any five characteristics of the sugar industry of India.
32. Which Act comes under Right to Work? In how many districts has it been implemented and with what
objective? Mention its three major provisions. (1+1+3)
OR
A study conducted by the erstwhile Planning Commission estimates that lakhs of jobs can be created in the
tertiary sector. Justify the statement.
33. Highlight the reasons for the growth of nationalist tensions in the Balkan region before the First
World War.
OR
Describe any five measures which were introduced by the French Revolutionaries to create a sense of
collective identity amongst the French people.
 Case Based Questions (SECTION E) 4x3=12
34.Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follows:
In his famous book Hind Swaraj (1909) Mahatma Gandhi declared that British rule was established in India
with the cooperation of Indians, and had survived only because of this cooperation. If Indians refused to
cooperate, British rule in India would collapse within a year, and swaraj would come. How could
non-cooperation become a movement? Gandhiji proposed that the movement should unfold in stages. It should
begin with the surrender of titles that the government awarded, and a boycott of civil services, army, police,
courts and legislative councils, schools, and foreign goods. Then, in case the government used repression, a full
civil disobedience campaign would be launched. Through the summer of 1920 Mahatma Gandhi and Shaukat
Ali toured extensively, mobilizing popular support for the movement.
34.1 Why did the non cooperation movement start? (1)
34.2 What strategy was practiced by Mahatma Gandhi to make non cooperation movement a mass
movement.(1)
34.3 Critically analyze the effectiveness of Gandhi's strategy of non-cooperation as a means to achieve
swaraj (self-rule). (2)

35.Read the sources given below and answer the questions that follows:
Energy can be generated from fuel minerals like coal, petroleum, natural gas, uranium and from electricity.
Energy resources can be classified as conventional and nonconventional sources. Conventional sources
include: firewood, cattle dung cake, coal, petroleum, natural gas and electricity (both hydel and thermal).
Non-conventional sources include solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, biogas and atomic energy. Energy is a basic
requirement for economic development. Every sector of the national economy – agriculture, industry,
transport, commercial and domestic – needs inputs of energy. Geologists define mineral as a “homogenous,
naturally occurring substance with a definable internal structure.” Minerals are found in varied forms in
nature, ranging from the hardest diamond to the softest talc.
35.1 How is energy classified?
35.2 What is the basic requirement for economic development?
35.3 How do geologists define minerals as?

36.Read the sources given below and answer the questions that follows:
Loans from Cooperatives
Besides banks, the other major source of cheap credit in rural areas are the cooperative societies (or
cooperatives). Members of a cooperative pool their resources for cooperation in certain areas. There are
several types of cooperatives possible such as farmers cooperatives, weavers cooperatives, industrial workers
cooperatives, etc. Krishak Cooperative functions in a village not very far away from Sonpur. It has 2300
farmers as members. It accepts deposits from its members. With these deposits as collateral, the Cooperative
has obtained a large loan from the bank. These funds are used to provide loans to members. Once these loans
are repaid, another round of lending can take place. Krishak Cooperative provides loans for the purchase of
agricultural implements, loans for cultivation and agricultural trade, fishery loans, loans for construction of
houses and for a variety of other expenses.
36.1 Under which category of credit arrangement can cooperatives be placed? (1)
36.2 What is the collateral provided by cooperatives to Banks? (1)
36.3 How do members of Cooperatives make use of the funds from loans? (2)

Map Skill Based Questions (SECTION F )

37. Two places A and B have been marked in the outline map of India. (2)
Identify them and write their name on the lines drawn near them. .
A. Place where the cotton mill workers satyagraha was organized.
B. The place associated with Indian National Congress Session held in December 1920
38. On the same outline map of India locate and label any 3 of the following with suitable symbols. (3)
A. A major port in Kerala
B. An international airport in Kolkata
C. A Software Technology Park in Karnataka
D. A major dam in Odisha.