10th Social Science Quarterly Exam 2024 Question Paper with Answers | Salem District
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.
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?
The Sino-Japanese War (1894-95) was important for the following reasons:
- It demonstrated Japan's successful modernization and military power, establishing it as a major imperial force in East Asia.
- It exposed the weakness of the Qing dynasty in China, leading to a shift in regional dominance from China to Japan.
- Japan's victory resulted in gaining control over Taiwan, the Pescadores Islands, and the Liaodong Peninsula, expanding its empire.
16. Define "Dollar Imperialism"?
"Dollar Imperialism" refers to the foreign policy of the United States, particularly after World War II, where it used its economic power, through loans and investments, to extend its political and commercial influence over other countries, especially in Latin America and developing nations, thereby making them dependent on the US.
17. Who were the three prominent dictators of the post World War I?
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.
Mao's Long March (1934-1935) was a massive military retreat by the Red Army of the Communist Party of China to evade the pursuit of the Kuomintang (Chinese Nationalist Party). The communists, led by Mao Zedong, marched over 9,000 kilometers from Jiangxi to Shaanxi. Though a retreat, it was a pivotal event that solidified Mao's leadership and preserved the core of the Communist forces, ultimately contributing to their victory in the Chinese Civil War.
19. List the social evils eradicated by Brahma Samaj.
The Brahma Samaj, founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy, worked to eradicate several social evils, including:
- Sati (the practice of a widow immolating herself on her husband's pyre)
- Child marriage
- Polygamy
- Idol worship and meaningless religious rituals
It also advocated for widow remarriage and women's education.
20. State the west flowing rivers of India.
The two major west-flowing rivers of peninsular India are:
- Narmada: Originates in Amarkantak Plateau and flows through a rift valley into the Arabian Sea.
- Tapi (or Tapti): Originates in the Satpura Range and also flows westwards into the Arabian Sea.
Other smaller west-flowing rivers include Sabarmati, Mahi, and Periyar.
21. Name the four distinct seasons of India.
The four distinct seasons of India are:
- Winter Season (or Cold Weather Season): From January to February.
- Summer Season (or Hot Weather Season): From March to May.
- Southwest Monsoon Season (or Rainy Season): From June to September.
- Northeast Monsoon Season (or Retreating Monsoon): From October to December.
22. State any two characteristics of black cotton soil?
Two characteristics of black cotton soil (Regur soil) are:
- High Moisture Retentivity: It is clayey and can hold moisture for a long time, making it suitable for rain-fed crops.
- Self-ploughing Nature: It swells and becomes sticky when wet, and develops deep cracks when dry. This cracking helps in soil aeration, a phenomenon called "self-ploughing".
23. Define the resource and state its types?
Resource: Anything that can be used to satisfy human needs and has utility and value is called a resource.
Types of Resources:
- Natural Resources: Obtained from nature (e.g., air, water, minerals). They are further classified into Renewable and Non-renewable resources.
- Man-made Resources: Created by human beings using technology (e.g., buildings, roads, machinery).
- Human Resources: People with their skills and abilities.
24. What is communication? What are its types?
Communication: It is the process of conveying messages, information, ideas, and feelings from one person or place to another.
Types of Communication:
- Personal Communication: Exchange of information between individuals (e.g., letters, telephone, email, mobile phones).
- Mass Communication: Communicating with a large number of people at the same time (e.g., newspapers, radio, television, internet).
25. How is President of India elected?
The President of India is not elected directly by the people. He is elected by the members of an electoral college consisting of:
- The elected members of both the Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
- The elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the states and the Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry.
The election is held in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote.
26. What are qualifications for the appointment of Governor?
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 the Parliament or any State Legislature.
- He/She should not hold any other office of profit.
27. Write any two positive impact of Globalization?
Two positive impacts of Globalization are:
- Increased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Globalization has led to a greater flow of capital and technology into the country, boosting industrial growth and infrastructure.
- Access to a Wider Variety of Goods and Services: Consumers have more choices at competitive prices due to the entry of multinational corporations and increased trade.
28. Write names of some nutrition programmes in Tamilnadu. (Compulsory)
Some prominent nutrition programmes in Tamil Nadu are:
- Puratchi Thalaivar M.G.R. Nutritious Meal Programme: Provides free mid-day meals to school children.
- Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme: Provides financial assistance to pregnant women to support their nutritional needs.
- Chief Minister's Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme: Provides health coverage which indirectly supports nutrition by reducing out-of-pocket health expenditure.
- Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS): Provides supplementary nutrition, health check-ups, and pre-school education to children and mothers.
Solutions for PART III & PART IV
Detailed answers for the 5-mark and 8-mark questions are being prepared and will be updated shortly. These sections require comprehensive explanations, including distinctions, reasons, timelines, and map marking, which are essential for scoring full marks.
PART - III (Answer any 10 questions, 10 x 5 = 50)
29. Fill in the blanks.
i) The secret state police in Nazi Germany was known as Gestapo.
ii) Dr. Sun Yat-sen was known as the "Father of Modern China".
iii) The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is located at Hyderabad (Shadnagar).
iv) Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was elected as the temporary President of the constituent assembly.
v) Agriculture is the primary sector in India.
Note: Detailed answers for questions 30 to 42 will cover topics like the League of Nations, effects of WWII, 19th-century reform movements, geographical features of India, the Indian Constitution, National Income, and PDS.
PART - IV (Answer the following questions, 2 x 8 = 16)
Note: Detailed essay-type answers for question 43 (Rise of Hitler / Role of reformers) and map marking for question 44 will be provided in a comprehensive format.