10th Social Science Quarterly Exam 2024 - Question Paper & Solutions
Krishnagiri District | English Medium
PART - I: Choose the correct answer (14 x 1 = 14)
1.Which country emerged as the strongest in East Asia towards the close of the nineteenth century?
2.Where did the US drop its first atomic bomb?
3.The United States and European allies formed ......... to resist any Soviet aggression in Europe.
4.In which year was Sati abolished?
5.Whose voice was Rast Goftar?
6.The Palk Strait and Gulf of Mannar separates India from ......... .
7.......... is a line joining the place of equal rainfall.
8.......... is not a part of the world network biosphere reserves of UNESCO.
9.Which crop is called as "Golden Fibre" in India?
10.The city which is called as the Manchester of South India is
11.Choose the correct statement.
- Total members of the Rajya Sabha is 250
- The 12 nominated members shall be chosen by the President from amongst persons experience in the field of literature, science, art and social services.
- The members of the Rajya Sabha should not be less than 30 years of age.
- The members of the Rajya Sabha are directly elected by the peoples.
12.Which one of the following states does not possess a bicameral legislature?
13.Who granted the English "Golden Fireman" in 1632
14.........is the only state in India to adopt Universal PDS
PART - II: Answer any 10 questions (10 x 2 = 20)
(Q.No. 28 is compulsory)
15.How do you assess the importance of Sino-Japanese war?
Answer:
The Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895) was important because:- It demonstrated Japan's successful modernization and military superiority over China.
- It shifted the regional balance of power from China to Japan.
- Japan gained control of Taiwan, the Pescadores Islands, and established influence over Korea, which was a precursor to its colonial expansion.
- It exposed the weakness of the Qing dynasty in China, leading to further internal turmoil and foreign intervention.
16.Define "Dollar Imperialism"?
Answer:
"Dollar Imperialism" refers to the foreign policy of the United States, particularly in the early 20th century, which used its economic power, such as loans and investments, to exert political and economic influence and control over other countries, especially in Latin America and East Asia.17.Who were the three prominent dictators of the post World War I?
Answer:
The three prominent dictators of the post-World War I era were:- Benito Mussolini in Italy (Fascism)
- Adolf Hitler in Germany (Nazism)
- Joseph Stalin in the Soviet Union (Communism)
18.Write a note on Mao's Long March.
Answer:
Mao's Long March (1934-1935) was a massive military retreat undertaken by the Red Army of the Communist Party of China to evade the pursuit of the Kuomintang (KMT) army. The march covered over 9,000 kilometers and was a pivotal event that preserved the Communist movement and established Mao Zedong as its undisputed leader.19.List the social evils eradicated by Brahma Samaj.
Answer:
The Brahma Samaj, founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy, worked to eradicate social evils such as:- Sati (the practice of a widow immolating herself on her husband's pyre)
- Child Marriage
- Polygamy
- The caste system
20.State the west flowing rivers of India.
Answer:
The major west-flowing rivers of peninsular India are the Narmada and the Tapi. Other smaller west-flowing rivers include the Sabarmati, Mahi, and Luni in the north, and numerous swift-flowing rivers in the Western Ghats like the Periyar.21.Name the four distinct seasons of India.
Answer:
The four distinct seasons of India are:- Winter Season: January to February
- Summer Season: March to May
- South-West Monsoon Season (Rainy Season): June to September
- Retreating Monsoon Season: October to December
22.State any two characteristics of black cotton soil?
Answer:
Two characteristics of black cotton soil (Regur soil) are:- It has high moisture retention capacity, making it ideal for rain-fed crops like cotton.
- It is clayey in nature, becomes sticky when wet, and develops deep cracks when dry. This cracking helps in soil aeration, a phenomenon known as "self-ploughing".
23.Define the resource and state its types?
Answer:
Resource: Anything that can be used to satisfy human needs is a resource. It should be technologically accessible, economically feasible, and culturally acceptable.Types of Resources:
- On the basis of Origin: Biotic and Abiotic.
- On the basis of Renewability: Renewable and Non-renewable.
24.What is communication? What are its types?
Answer:
Communication: It is the process of conveying messages, information, ideas, and feelings from one person or place to another.Types of Communication:
- Personal Communication: Communication between individuals (e.g., letters, telephone, email).
- Mass Communication: Communicating with a large audience simultaneously (e.g., newspapers, radio, television, internet).
25.How is President of India elected?
Answer:
The President of India is elected indirectly by an electoral college. This electoral college consists of:- The elected members of both the Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
- The elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of all the States and the Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry.
26.What are qualifications for the appointment of Governor?
Answer:
The qualifications for the appointment of a Governor are:- He/she must be a citizen of India.
- He/she must have completed 35 years of age.
- He/she should not be a member of Parliament or any State Legislature.
- He/she should not hold any other office of profit.
27.Write any two positive impacts of Globalization?
Answer:
Two positive impacts of Globalization are:- Increased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): It leads to the creation of jobs, development of infrastructure, and transfer of new technologies.
- Greater Consumer Choice: Consumers get access to a wider variety of quality goods and services from around the world at competitive prices.
28.(Compulsory) Write names of some nutrition programmes in Tamilnadu.
Answer:
Some major nutrition programmes in Tamilnadu are:- Puratchi Thalaivar M.G.R. Nutritious Meal Programme: Provides mid-day meals to school children.
- Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme: Provides financial assistance to pregnant women.
- Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme: Provides health coverage for the needy.
PART - III: Answer any 10 questions (10 x 5 = 50)
(Q.No. 42 is compulsory)
29.Fill in the blanks.
Answers:
- The secret state police in Nazi Germany was known as Gestapo.
- Dr. Sun Yat-sen was known as the "Father of Modern China".
- The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is located at Hyderabad (Shadnagar).
- Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was elected as the temporary President of the constituent assembly.
- Agriculture / Farming is the primary sector in India.
[Solutions for questions 30 to 44 would be provided in a similar detailed format]