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SSC HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE QUESTION PAPER AS PER NEW SYLLABUS MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD

Max. Marks: 40

Note: (1) As per new syllabus paper pattern Maharashtra State Board.

HISTORY

I. (A) Complete the following sentences by selecting the appropriate words given in the bracket:

1. The imperialism in the modern period is a result of _____ revolution.

(French, industrial, Russian)

2. Vasco da Gama sought business concessions from king _______ of Calicut.

(Jahangir, Zamorin, Shahalam)

3. The African continent was known as ________ until the 18th Century.

(nation of slaves, unknown continent, undeveloped nation)

I. (B) Match the following.

Column 'A'	Column 'B'
1. Kaiser William II 2. Archduke Franz Ferdinand 3. Woodrow Wilson	a. America b. Germany c. Russia d. Austria e. England

II. Answer the following question in 15 to 20 words: (Any 3) (6)

1. Why did the conflict among England and Germany increase?

2. Give the meaning of the word 'Imperialism' and write the definition.

3. In which regions of Asia, European nations imposed their imperialism?

4. What were the objectives of the League of Nations?

5. Write about the nature of modern imperialism.

III. Answer the following questions in 20 to 25 words: (Any 3) (6)

1. A war fought for peace means cold war.

2. Write a short note on SEATO.

3.Explain the term Bloody Sunday

4. Why did Russia's economic condition decline?

5. What is the meaning of colonization?

IV. Give reasons for the following in 20 to 25 words. (Any 3) (6)

1. Nationalism started in the colonies.

2. The sun beam in space is severe.

3. The common people opposed Tsar'srule.

4. Explosive situation was created inEurope.

5. China remained undivided.

V. Answer the following in 40 to 50 words. (Any 1) (4)

1. Write about the 'Artificial Satellite'.

2. How was India brought under the reign of England?

POLITICAL SCIENCE

VI. Complete the following by selecting the correct alternatives given in the bracket: (4)

1. In democracy, all citizens have ____________right to vote. (equal, unequal, limited, indirect)

2. Indian National Congress was established in___________ (1885, 1985, 1857, 1991)

3. India had adopted the policy of ___________from the beginning. (tolerance, cooperation, competition, secularism)

4. In India, on an average _________percent people vote in Lok Sabha. (58, 38, 68, 48)

VII. Answer the following in 15 to 20 words : (Any 3)

1. What is direct democracy?

Democracy based on direct participation of citizens is known as direct democracy.

2. Why representative democracy is inevitable?

Representative democracy is inevitable because participation of all citizens in government affairs is not possible today.

3. State any two party systems?

The two party systems are one party system and multiparty system.

4. What is the federal system of government?

A method of distributing power among the regions within the country, when there is a linguistic and cultural diversity, it is called as federal (centralized) system of government.

5. What is regional inequality?

In many countries, some regions are more developed that other regions and some are less developed. This is called as regional inequality.

VIII. Answer the following in 20 to 25 words: (Any 1) (2)

1. Write short note on fundamental right and protection of freedom.

1. In a democracy, fundamental rights of the people are respected.

2. People are granted several freedoms such as freedom of expression, thought, freedom to form assembly, etc.

3. Freedom to approach the court for protection of these rights is one of the important rights.

4. Though the majority rules in a democracy, democratic government has to respect the rights of minorities and guarantee their protection.

2. Write short note on Communist Party of India?

1) The communist party of India was established in 1925.

2) The party wants to promote the interests of workers, farmers and the poor.

3) The ideology of the party is Marxism and it believes in secularism and democracy.

4) In 1964, the party was divided and a new party known as Communist Party of India (Marxist) was created.

5) Kerala, West Bengal, Tripura, Manipur, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are the states where the party has influence.

6) In 2004, the party supported the Congress led UPA Government at the centre from outside. It withdrew the support in 2008.

HISTORY AND POLITICAL SCIENCE PAPER TWO

Max. Marks: 40

Note: (1) As per new syllabus paper pattern Maharashtra State Board.

HISTORY

I. (A) Complete the following sentences by selecting the appropriate words given in the bracket:

1. The Ottoman Turks won ________ in the year 1453.
(Constantinople, Calicut, Kolkata)

2. Karl Marx was a _______ philosopher.
(Russian, German, Polish)

3. Each member nation can send _________ representative to the Assembly of UNO.
(three, five, fifteen)

I. (B)

Column 'A'	Column 'B'
1. H.M. Stanley 2. Nelson Mandela 3. Leopold II	a. King of Belgium. b. American Journalist c. Russia d. south Africa e. England

II. Answer the following question in 15 to 20 words: (Any 3) (6)

1. What is meant by 'Cold War'?

2. Write about the nature of modern imperialism.

3. What were the objectives of the League of Nations?

4. Why did the conflict among the England and Germany increase?

5. What is economic imperialism?

III. Answer the following questions in 20 to 25 words: (Any 3) (6)

1. What is the meaning of colonization?

2. Explosive situation was created in Europe.

3. All round development of Russia did not take place.

4. The democratic governments in Europe started to collapse after the First World War.

5. European Nations established their colonies in Asia.

IV. Give reasons for the following in 20 to 25 words. (Any 3) (6)

1. Cold war was increased due to U2.

2. Dr. Homi Bhabha is known as the Father of Indian Atomic Age.

3.League of nations was unable to stop warring countries.

4. On 6th April 1917, America declared a war against Germany.

5. The Portuguese could not set up their empire in India.

V. Answer the following in 40 to 50 words. (Any 1) (4)

1. Write about 'Nanking Treaty'

2. Write the effects of the First World War.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

VI. Complete the following by selecting the correct alternatives given in the bracket: (4)

1. In Australia, amendment of constitution is brought by__________ (plebiscite, referendum, recall, initiative)

2. Indian National Congress was established in___________ (1885, 1985, 1857, 1991)

3. The distinct nature of language, region, religion and culture is called __________. (unity, diversity, democracy, society)

4. India had adopted the policy of ___________from the beginning. (tolerance, cooperation, competition, secularism)

VII. Answer the following in 15 to 20 words : (Any 3)

1. What is recall?

In indirect democracy, the method of calling the public's elected representative back is called recall.

2. What is apolitical party?

A group of people who share similar views or opinion on political matters is called a political party.

3. What measures the government of Maharashtra has taken to ensure increase in the representation of women?

The following measures have been taken by the government of Maharashtra to ensure increase in the representation of women.

a) Maharashtra government has increased the reservation for women representatives at the local government to the extent of 50 percent since 2011.

b) Reservation for women for position of Sarpanchas, Zilla Parishad, Presidents of Municipal Councils and Mayors of Municipal Corporation s.

4. Give one example of social pressure.

Intercast marriages are allowed by law, but acceptability of such marriage is very limited in the society. It is one of the examples of social pressure.

5. What is possible only in democracy?

It is possible to reform and transform politics, politicians, and political parties in democracy only.

VIII. Answer the following in 20 to 25 words: (Any 1) (2)

1. What measures are adopted in a democracy in order to handle caste discrimination and irregularity arising out of it?

The measures adopted in a democracy in order to handle caste discrimination are:
1)       Anti caste views, are expressed and movements take place against caste system. This creates awareness about the ill effects of caste discrimination.
2)       After independence, legal provisions came into being. The constitution considered untouchability as illegal. It also provided that government should not discriminate among citizens on the basis of caste.
3)       Special provisions were made for backward caste.

2.   Write short note Maharashtra Navnirman Sena?

1)       The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena is the recognized Regional Party in Maharashtra.
2)       It was established in 2006in Mumbai under the leadership of Raj Thackeray.
3)       It was a breakaway group from Shiv Sena.
4)       The party is committed to raising the state of Maharashtra, its people and the Marathi language.
5)       Maharashtra Navnirman Sena wants to bring the people of Maharashtra together, irrespective of caste, religion, sector, class under its flag (irrespective) for the development of Maharashtra.

Political Science

True Or False

WRITE ANSWER OF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN 25 TO 3...

WRITE ANSWER TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN ONE SENTENCE

TRY THIS QUESTION PAPER AS PER NEW SYLLABUS

HISTORY & POLITICAL SCIENCE PAPER ONE

HISTORY & POLITICAL SCIENCE PAPER TWO

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POLITICAL SCIENCE

1. FILL IN THE BLANKS:

1. In democracy, all citizens have ____________right to vote. (equal, unequal, limited, indirect)

2. Citizens get fundamental right and freedom in _____________. (democracy, autocracy, feudalism)

3. India has __________form of democracy. (direct, indirect, presidential, mixed)

4. In Australia, amendment of constitution is brought by__________ (plebiscite, referendum, recall, initiative)

5. The Party (or Parties) winning the majority of seats in the election is known as__________ party.(Ruling, Opposition, Independent, Free)

6. To maintain and capture ____________ is the main aim of the political parties. (Publicity, Minority, Power, Information)

7. Indian National Congress was established in___________ (1885, 1985, 1857, 1991)

8. At present there are ___________ national parties in India. (Six, Two, Three, Four, Seven)

9. __________parties act as a watch dog of democracy. (Ruling, Opposition, Recognized, Registered)

10. The distinct nature of language, region, religion and culture is called __________. (unity, diversity, democracy, society)

11. __________ is a country homogenous in the case of language. (India, Switzerland, China, Sri Lanka)

12. __________language are listed in our constitution. (22, 42, 52, 55)

13. India has adopted ___________ system of government. (unitary, federal, presidential, limited monarchy)

14. The claims that we are superior to others creates ___________ (equality, conflict, irregularity, mutual understanding)

15. India had adopted the policy of ___________from the beginning. (tolerance, cooperation, competition, secularism)

16. __________is the core (heart) of democracy. (people, representatives, People's participation, Prime Minister)

17. _________ is a primary political activity. (criticizing the government, deciding policies, voting, attending meeting)

18. In the absence of ____________political equality can become meaningless. (affluence, social equality, country's progress, vigilance)

19. Extreme __________ endangers democracy. (inequality, vigilance, unity, tolerance)

20. In India, on an average _________percent people vote in Lok Sabha. (58, 38, 68, 48)

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