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DATE: 23-DEC-24 MOCK TEST (SERIES-1) CLASS 10TH

SOCIAL STUDIES
General Instructions
1. Question paper is divided into six Sections-A, B, C, D, E and F. There are 37 questions in the question paper. All
questions are compulsory.
2. Section A-Question numbers 1 to 20 are MCQs of 1 mark each.
3. Section B-Question numbers 21 to 24 are Very Short Answer type questions, carrying 2 marks each. Answer to each
question should not exceed 40 words.
4. Section C-Question numbers 25 to 29 are Short Answer type questions, carrying 3 marks each. Answer to each question
should not exceed 60 words.
5. Section D-Question numbers 30 to 33 are Long Answer type questions, carrying 5 marks each. Answer to each question
should not exceed 120 words.
6. Section-E-Question numbers 34 to 36 are Case-based/Source-based questions with three sub questions and are of 4
marks each.
7. Section F-Question number 37 is Map based, carrying 5 marks with two parts, 37(a) from History (2 marks) and 37(b)
from Geography (3 marks).

Section A Multiple Choice Questions (Each Que. carries 1M)

1. Arrange the following nationalist events in a chronological order. (1)
I. Uttar Pradesh peasants organised by Baba Ram Chandra.
II. Gandhiji organised Satyagraha in Kheda district of Gujarat.
III. Non-Cooperation and Khilafat Movement launched.
IV. Gandhiji travelled to Champaran to inspire peasants against the oppressive plantation system.
Codes
(a) I, II, III, IV (b) II, I, II, IV (c) II, IV, III, I (d) IV. II, I, III
2. Miss Manju was teaching her students about the power sharing structure of India. After her lecture was over, she asked
her students that "According to the Indian Constitution, the power is shared among which of the following government
bodies". As a student of social science, answer her question. (1)
(a) Power is shared between centre and states in three lists.
(b) Power is shared between centre and states in two lists.
(c) Power is not shared at all.
(d) Power is shared between the Central Government and Indian President.
3. In the given image, the courier of Rhineland loses all that he has on his way home from Leipzig. Study the picture and
answer the question that follows. (1)

Who is represented as a postman? Identify from the given options.

(a) Napoleon Bonaparte (b) Giuseppe Garibaldi (c) Otto von Bismarck (d) Giuseppe Mazzini
4. Which of the following foods were introduced to Europe and Asia after the discovery of the Americas? (1)
(a) Potatoes, tomatoes and maize (b) Spaghetti, noodles and pasta
(c) Rice, wheat and barley (d) Apples, grapes and peaches
5. At which of the following places, a children's press was set up in 1857? (1)
(a) England (b) Spain (c) France (d) China
6. Match the following (1)
List I List II
A. Equal minister in central government 1. No unilateral decisions by one community
B. State Governments powers 2. Regional governments have many powers
C. Brussels’ equal representation 3. Both communities equally represented
D. Community Government 4. Power over cultural, educational, and language issues
Codes
A B C D
(a) 1 2 3 4
(b) 1 2 4 3
(c) 1 4 2 3
(d) 2 3 1 4
7. Which statement best describes the horizontal distribution of power? (1)
(a) Power is shared among different levels of government like Central and State governments.
(b) Power is shared among different organs of government such as the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary, ensuring a
system of checks and balances.
(c) Power is shared among different political parties to ensure fair representation.
(d) Power is shared among different social groups to promote equality.
8. Identify the region/area of India with the help of the following information. (1)
* The Central Government has special powers in running these areas.
*These areas are too small to become an independent state.
Options
(a) Towns (b) Union Territories (c) District (d) City
9. Consider the statements given below and choose the correct option. (1)
Statement I Constitutional provisions are necessary for the success of federalism.
Statement II The spirit of federalism, respect for diversity and desire for living together became a shared ideal in our
country.
Options
(a) Statement I is correct and II is incorrect (b) Statement I is incorrect and II is correct
(c) Statement I and II are incorrect (d) Statement I and II are correct
10. Which region is noted for having a very high participation of women in public life? (1)
(a) South Asia (b) Middle East (c) Scandinavian countries (d) Central America
11. What is the primary role of political parties in a democracy? (1)
(a) Implementing government policies (b) Choosing suitable candidates for elections
(c) Grouping together similar opinions to formulate policies (d) Mediating between the government and the opposition
12. Four students named Ansh, Shikha, Kabir and Joseph were given the task to write any one feature of alluvial soil on a
blackboard. (1)
I. Shikha wrote that alluvial soil is described on the basis of age. The older alluvial soil, further away from the rivers is
known as bangar, whereas the newer soil near the rivers is known as khadar.
II. Joseph wrote that alluvial soil is found in the plateau areas of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh,
as well as in the Godavari and Krishna valleys
III. Ansh wrote that alluvial soil is also known as transported soil, as it has been transported by the rivers to its current
location.
IV. Kabir wrote that alluvial soil is made up of fine clayey material with a high moisture retention capacity. Suppose you
are a social science teacher. Which among the following students has answered the question incorrectly?
(a) Ansh and Shikha (b) Kabir and Joseph (c) Only Joseph (d) Ansh and Kabir
13. What are the primary raw materials required for the production of steel? (1)
(a) Iron ore, aluminium and limestone (b) Iron ore, coking coal and limestone
(c) Iron ore, copper and limestone (d) Iron ore, zinc and limestone
14. Which characteristics make aluminium a desirable material in various industries? (1)
(a) Heavy weight and resistance to corrosion (b) Poor conductivity of heat and flexibility
(c) Lightweight, resistance to corrosion and good conductivity of heat
(d) Malleability and vulnerability to corrosion
15. According to the Human Development Report of UNDP, 2018, the HDI ranking of countries are mentioned below. (1)
Country Rank
Sri Lanka 78
India 120
Pakistan 150
Nepal 149
Why Sri Lanka has a better rank than India in Human Development Report of 2018?
Choose the correct option from the following.
(a) The per capita income of Sri Lanka is higher than in India.
(b) Sri Lanka has low population as compared to India.
(c) The literacy ratio i.e. enrollment ratio in all levels of schools in Sri Lanka is comparatively better than India.
(d) Both (a) and (c)
16. Which of the following term is defined as the average expected length of life of a person at the time of the birth? (1)
(a) Birth rate (b) Life expectancy (c) Life span (d) Mortality rate
17. Analyse the data properly and answer the following questions. (1.5+1.5)
Country Gross National Life Expectancy at Mean Years of HDI Rank in the
Income (GNI) birth schooling of people world (2018)
Aged 25+ Years
Above
Sri Lanka 12707 77 10.6 73
India 6681 69.7 6.5 130
Myanmar 4961 67.1 5.0 148
Pakistan 5005 67.3 5.2 154
Nepal 3457 70.8 5.0 143
Bangladesh 4976 72.6 6.2 134
What is the main criterion used by the World Bank in classifying different countries?
(a) Total population size (b) Total land area (c) Per capita income (d) Gross Domestic Product
18. Which among the following activities can be included in the primary sector? (1)
(a) Giving loans to the farmer. (b) Providing storage facility for the grains.
(c) Cultivating sugarcane. (d) Making sugar from sugarcane.
19. The secondary sector is also known as as this sector produces useful items from natural products. (1)
(a) manufacturing (b) construction (c) building (d) making
20. What is the primary reason modern currency is accepted as a medium of exchange? (1)
(a) Moderncurrency is backed by precious metals such as gold and silver.
(b) Modern currency is universally accepted by all individuals.
(c) Modern currency is easily transportable and durable.
(d) Modern currency is authorised by the government as a legal tender.
Section B Very Short Answer Type Questions (Each Que. carries 2M)
21. What were the significant impacts of European exploration in the 16th century on global trade and the Americas? (2)
22. State any two major distinctions between coming together and holding together federations. (2)
OR
What is Gram Sabha? Describe any four functions of a Gram Sabha. (2)
23. Minerals are an indispensable part of our lives. Justify this statement. (2)
24. What may be development for one, may not be development for the other. Justify the statement with the help of an
example. (2)
Section C Short Answer Type Questions (Each Que. carries 3 M)
25. How did the emergence of compulsory primary education in the late 19th century impact the publishing industry,
particularly in terms of children's literature? (3)
26. Briefly explain how caste inequalities are still prevailing in India. (3)
OR
What is secularism? Mention any two provisions of the Indian Constitution which makes it a secular state. (1+2)
27. Name the national political party which gets inspiration from India's ancient culture and values. Mention four features
of that party. (3)
28. How do various tribal societies in India express their reverence for nature, particularly through the preservation of
certain trees and forests? (3)
29. After Ravi saw an ad in the newspaper about Ford Motors, he wondered how Multinational Companies (MNCs) like
Ford Motors contribute to the process of globalisation. What benefits and challenges might a country like India experience
because of these companies? (3)
Section D Long Answer Type Questions (Each Que. carries 5 M)
30. Write a precise note on the following.
(i) Peasant Movement in Awadh (2.5+2.5)
(ii) Tribal Movements in Gudem hills region
Or
(i) Highlight the role of poor peasantry in the Civil Disobedience Movement.
(ii) Comment on the role of merchants and industrialists in the Civil Disobedience Movement. (2.5+2.5)
31. How is democracy a better form of government in comparison with other forms of governments? Explain. (5)
Or
Democracy is not considered very successful in reducing inequalities. Explain the statement in brief. (5)
32. What are multi-purpose projects, and how do they integrate various uses of impounded water? (5)
Or
What are some ecological and socio-economic challenges associated with the construction of large dams and multi-purpose
river projects?
33. Suggest any five measures to make formal sector beneficial for poor farmers and workers. (5)
Or
Gautam is a farmer who take a loan from a moneylender to do farming on his land. In collateral, the moneylender ask
Gaurav for his land.
Why do lenders ask for collateral while lending? How the terms of credit becomes difficult for the small and marginal
farmers? (3+2)
Section E Case Based Type Questions (Each Que. carries 4 M)
34. Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow.
"How were liberty and equality for women to be defined? The liberal politician Carl Welcker, an elected member of the
Frankfurt Parliament, expressed the following views: 'Nature has created men and women to carry out different functions
Man, the stronger, the bolder and freer of the two, has been designated as protector of the family, its provider, meant for
public tasks in the domain of law, production, defence. Woman, the weaker, dependent and timid, requires the protection of
man. Her sphere is the home, the care of the children, the nurturing of the family. Do we require any further proof that
given such differences, equality between the genders would only endanger harmony and destroy the dignity of the family?"
Louise Otto-Peters (1819-95) was a political activist who founded a women's journal and subsequently a feminist political
association. The first issue of her newspaper (21st April, 1849) carried the following editorial: 'Let us ask how many men,
possessed by thoughts of living and dying for the sake of Liberty, would be prepared to fight for the freedom of the entire
people, of all human beings? When asked this question, they would all too easily respond with a "Yes!", though their
untiring efforts are intended for the benefit of only one half of humanity - men. But Liberty is indivisible! Free men
therefore must not tolerate to be surrounded by the unfree...' An anonymous reader of the same newspaper sent the
following letter to the editor on June 1850: 'It is indeed ridiculous and unreasonable to deny women political rights even
though they enjoy the right to property which they make use of. They perform functions and assume responsibilities
without however getting the benefits that accrue to men for the same... Why this injustice? Is it not a disgrace that even the
stupidest cattle-herder possesses the right to vote. simply because he is a man, whereas highly talented women owning
considerable property are excluded from this right, even though they contribute 50 much to the maintenance of the state?"
(i) According to an anonymous reader in 1850, what was considered unjust regarding women's rights? (1)
(ii) What did Louise Otto-Peters argue about the concept of liberty in her editorial? (1)
(iii) What was the controversy within the liberal movement regarding women's political rights during the 1848-
revolutions? (2)
35. Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow.
Tea cultivation is an example of plantation agriculture. It is also an important beverage crop introduced in India initially by
the British. Today, most of the tea plantations are owned by Indians. The tea plant grows well in tropical and sub-tropical
climates endowed with deep and fertile well-drained soil, rich in humus and organic matter. Tea bushes require warm and
moist frost free climate all through the year. Frequent showers evenly distributed over the year ensure continuous growth
of tender leaves. Tea is a labour intensive industry. It requires abundant cheap and skilled labour. Tea is processed within
the tea garden to restore its freshness. Major tea producing states are Assam, Hills of Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts,
West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Apart from these, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Andhra Pradesh and
Tripura are also tea-producing states in the country. In 2015, India was the second largest producer of tea after China.
(i) Who is responsible for introducing tea cultivation in India? (1)
(ii) What are the required climatic conditions for tea plantations? (1)
(iii) State any two advantages of tea industry in Indian economy. (2)
36. Read the source given below and answer the questions that follow.
Over the forty years between 1973-74 and 2013-14, while production in all the three sectors has increased, it has increased
the most in the tertiary sector. As a result, in the year 2013-14, the tertiary sector has emerged as the largest producing
sector in India replacing the primary sector. Why is the tertiary sector becoming so important in India? There could be
several reasons. First, in any country several services such as hospitals, educational institutions, post and telegraph
services, police stations, courts, village administrative offices, municipal corporations, defence transport, banks, insurance
companies, etc, are required. These can be considered as basic services. In a developing country the government has to take
responsibility for the provision of these services.
Second, the development of agriculture and industry leads to the development of services such as transport, trade, storage
and the like, as we have already seen. Greater the development of the primary and secondary sectors, more would be the
demand for such services.
Third as income levels rise, certain sections of people start demanding many more services like eating out, tourism,
shopping, private hospitals, private schools, professional training, etc. You can see this change quite sharply in cities,
especially in big cities. Fourth, over the past decade or so certain new services such as those based on Information and
Communication Technology have become important and essential. The production of these services has been rising
rapidly.
(i) What do you understand about the primary sector of an economy? (1)
(ii) What is the reason behind shift in the labour force from primary sector to secondary and tertiary sectors? (1)
(iii) Briefly define the differences between primary and tertiary sector. (2)
Section F Map-based Question (Carries 5 M)
37. (a) On the outline map of India. locate and label the following with suitable symbols. (2)
(i) The place associated with the cotton mill worker's Satyagraha
(ii) The place where Congress session took place in 1927.
(b) Four places A, B, C and D are marked on the given outline map of India. Identify any three of them and write their
correct names on the lines drawn near them. (3)
A. An airport in Hyderabad B. A port in Goa
C. An iron ore mine located in Odisha D. A coal field in Jharkhand