SAMPLE PAPER 02

Grade:10 Subject: Social Marks: Duration: 3

Science 80 Hours

Test ID: Date:

General Instructions:

1. The question paper comprises Six Sections – A, B, C, D, E and F. There are 37

questions in the

Question paper. All questions are compulsory.

2. Section A – From questions 1 to 20 are MCQs of 1 mark each.

3. Section B – Question no. 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 contains Q.25 to Q.29 are Short Answer Type Questions, carrying 3
marks each. Answer toeach question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Section D – Question no. 30 to 33 are long answer type questions, carrying 5

marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Section E – Questions no from 34 to 36 are case based questions with three sub
 questions and are of 4 marks each. Answer to each question should not exceed 100
words.

7. Section F – Question no. 37 is map based, carrying 5 marks with two parts, 37a
from History (2 marks) and 37b from Geography (3 marks).

8. There is no overall choice in the question paper. However, an internal choice has
been provided in few questions. Only one of the choices in such questions must be
attempted.

9. A separate question has been provided for visually impaired candidates in lieu of
questions having visual inputs, maps etc. Such questions are to be attempted by
Visually impaired students only. In addition tothis, separate instructions are given
with each section and question, wherever necessary.

SECTION - A
Section A consists of 20 questions of 1 mark each.

1. Which one of the following option best signifies this picture?

(a) Indian workers march in south Africa 1913.

(b) The Boycott of foreign cloths 1922.
(c) Chauri Chaura Movement.
(d) Dandi March lead by Mahatma Gandhi.
2. Arrange the following happenings in the correct order
1. Mahatma Gandhi launched the civil disobedience movement
2. First world war
3. Second world war
4. Establishment of G-77
Options :
(a) 1, 4, 2, 3
(b) 2, 1, 3, 4
(c) 4, 3, 2, 1
(d) 2, 1, 4, 3

3. The invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century had what
significant impact on European society?
(a) It led to the spread of new ideas and literacy across Europe.
(b) It allowed the Catholic Church to control the dissemination of
information. (c) It reduced access to books and limited the spread of
knowledge.
(d) It was primarily used to print religious texts, with little impact on secular learning.

4. The Napoleonic Code, introduced in 1804, had a significant impact on European legal
systems. Which of the following statements about the Napoleonic Code are correct?
1. It did away with privileges based on birth.
2. It established equality before the law.
3. It restored the feudal system.
4. It simplified administrative divisions.
Options :
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 1 and 4
(c) 2 and 3
(d) 1, 2, and 4

5. Which of the following is a major reason for the decline of biodiversity in Indian
forests? (a) Afforestation efforts led by the government and non-governmental
organizations. (b) Deforestation due to agricultural expansion and illegal logging
activities in forested areas. (c) Conservation programs aimed at protecting
endangered species and their habitats. (d) Sustainable harvesting of forest
resources to meet the needs of local communities.

6. Water is a crucial resource for human survival and economic activities. In India, several
measures have been taken to manage water resources effectively. Consider the
 following statements about water conservation practices:
1. Rainwater harvesting involves collecting and storing rainwater for future use.
2. Check dams are constructed to slow down the flow of water and recharge
groundwater. 3. Desalination plants convert seawater into potable water to meet
drinking needs. 4. Over-extraction of groundwater has no impact on the water
table levels.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only

7. Match the following:

List-I (Crops) List-II (Geographical
conditions)

A Barley 1 Hot and dry climate with poor

. . soil

B Rice 2 Cool climate with poorer soil

. .

C Millets 3 Warm and moist climate with

. . high altitude

. Tea 4 Hot and moist climate with rich

. soil

Option :
(a) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 (b) A-3, B-4, C-1,D-2
(c) A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3 (d) A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1

8. Which of the following statements best defines federalism as practiced in India? (a) A
unitary system where the central government holds all the powers without any state
autonomy.
(b) A system where power is divided between a central government and individual state
governments. (c) A confederation where states have complete independence and the
central government has limited powers.
(d) A system where regional leaders have more power than the central government in
decision making.

9. Indian society is divided into various social categories based on gender, religion, and
caste. Which of the following statements about gender inequality in India are correct?
1. Women have equal representation in parliament.
2. Women are paid less than men for the same work.
3. Girls are often not encouraged to pursue higher education.
4. Women are over-represented in decision-making bodies.
Options :
(a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 4
(c) 1 and 2 (d) 2 and 4

10. What is one major advantage of a multi-party system in a democratic country like
India? (a) It limits the representation of diverse interests by reducing the number of
political voices. (b) It ensures broader representation of different societal groups and
opinions in governance. (c) It makes it easier for a single party to dominate the political
landscape.
(d) It reduces competition among political parties, ensuring stable governments.

11. Democracy promotes political equality and fairness. Which of the following are key
outcomes of a democratic system?
1. Equal political participation for all citizens
2. Equal economic opportunities for all citizens
3. Protection of individual rights and freedoms
4. Economic growth at the expense of social justice

Options :
(a) 1 and 3 (b) 1, 2, and 3
(c) 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 4

12. Consider the following statements:

Statement I: Power sharing helps in preventing the concentration of power in one
group. Statement II: Power sharing is only applicable at the central level and not
at the state level. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Statement I is correct and II is incorrect.
(b) Statement I is incorrect and II is correct.
(c) Both I and II are correct.
(d) Both I and II are incorrect.

13. In India, the distribution of powers between the Union and State governments is
outlined in the of the Indian Constitution.
(a) Fundamental Rights
(b) Directive Principles
(c) Seventh Schedule
(d) Ninth Schedule

14. How do banks create money through the lending process in India’s financial system?
 (a) By printing physical currency notes and distributing them to the public. (b) By
accepting deposits and lending a portion of those deposits to borrowers, creating new
money.
(c) By investing in foreign markets and bringing back profits as domestic
money. (d) By restricting the supply of money to control inflation and
stabilize the economy.

15. Globalization refers to the increasing interconnection of economies worldwide. Which

of the following are key features of globalization?
1. Increased trade between countries
2. Flow of capital and technology across borders
3. Isolation of domestic markets
4. Restricted movement of people across countries
Options :
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 3 and 4
(c) 2 and 4
(d) 1 and 3

16. The Human Development Index (HDI) is a composite statistic of life expectancy,
education, and per capita, which is used to rank countries by their level of
human development. (a) National income
(b) GDP
(c) Gross National Income (GNI)
(d) Personal wealth
17. Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The primary sector includes activities like agriculture, mining, and fishing.
Statement II: The tertiary sector is involved in manufacturing goods.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Only I is correct.
(b) Only II is correct.
(c) Both I and II are correct.
(d) Neither I nor II is correct.

18. Match the column A and column B and choose the correct option.
Column A Column B

A Giuseppe Mazzini 1 Ruler of an Italian princely house

.
 B King Victor Emmanuel 2 Revolutionary who tried to unify Italy
II .

C Chief Minister Cavour 3 led an army of volunteers to Rome to fight the last
. obstacle to the unification of Italy, the Papal States
where a French garrison was stationed.

D Giuseppe Garibaldi 4 Through a tactful diplomatic alliance with France

. he succeeded in defeating the Austrian forces in
1859

(a) A - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4
(b) A - 4, B - 1, C - 2, D - 3
(c) A - 3, B - 2, C - 1, D - 4
(d) A - 2, B - 1, C - 4, D - 3

19. Interpret the following pie diagram and choose the correct option for the following
question?

Why does alluvial soil cover 35% of the total area?

(a) It is mostly found in river basins.
(b) It is used for growing forests.
(c) It is found in desert regions.
(d) It is used for industrial purposes.
20. Read the data given below and answer the question:
State Forest Area (in % of total Deforestation Rate (per
 area) year)

A 30 2%

B 50 0.5%

Why does state B have a lower deforestation rate?

(a) It has high agricultural demand.
(b) It is a highly industrialized state.
(c) It has better forest management practices.
(d) It focuses on mining activities.

SECTION - B
Very Short Answer Question (4 × 2 = 8)

21. “The Indian National Congress was founded to voice Indian aspirations.” Justify the
statement with suitable arguments.
OR
“The partition of Bengal in 1905 sparked nationalist protests.” Discuss the impact of
the partition of Bengal on Indian nationalism.

22. “Forests play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance.” Explain their

importance.

23. “Federalism promotes regional autonomy in India.” Justify the statement with

suitable arguments.

24. “The primary sector is crucial for the livelihood of a large section of India’s
population.” Justify the statement with suitable arguments.

SECTION - C
Short Answer Based Question (5 × 3 = 15)
25. Over the past four decades, the manufacturing sector in India has expanded rapidly,
contributing significantly to GDP growth. As a result, the manufacturing sector has
become a major pillar of the Indian economy. Why has the manufacturing sector become
so important in India’s economy? Support your answer by giving any three reasons.

26. “The Age of Discovery led to the creation of global trade networks.” Explain the
statement by giving suitable examples.
27. “Sunita has acquired a piece of land and wants to ensure a steady water supply for
irrigation. She is unfamiliar with the types of irrigation methods suitable for her area.”
Help her identify appropriate irrigation methods based on local water resources and soil
conditions.
O
“Mohit plans to build a small hydroelectric power plant. However, he lacks knowledge
about the factors that determine the feasibility of such a project.” Guide him in
identifying the key factors that make a location suitable for a hydroelectric power plant.

28. “Gender equality ensures equal opportunities for women and men.” Explain the
statement by giving any three examples.

29. Between 1991 and 2020, India’s credit market has expanded, providing businesses
with necessary funding for growth. As a result, credit availability has become crucial for
India’s economic development. Why is credit availability important for India’s economy?
Support your answer by giving any three reasons.

SECTION - D
Long Answer Based Question (4 × 5 = 20)

30. ‘The invention of the printing press revolutionized the spread of knowledge.’
Substantiate the statement with key features.
OR
‘The role of newspapers was crucial in mobilizing public opinion during the nationalist
movements.’ Explain the statement with relevant points.

31. Sunita notices that farmers in her area depend heavily on monsoons for agriculture.
What are the limitations of monsoon-dependent agriculture, and how can irrigation help
overcome them?
OR
Ravi’s region specializes in the cultivation of rice, a water-intensive crop. What are the
advantages and disadvantages of growing water-intensive crops, and what alternatives
can be suggested?

32. ‘Political parties are essential for the functioning of a democracy.’ Analyse the role of
political parties in democratic governance.
OR
‘Political parties today face several challenges that impact their democratic functioning.’
Discuss the challenges faced by political parties.
33. Miss X is learning about globalization and wants to understand its impact on India’s
economy. Explain how globalization has influenced India’s trade, investment, and
industries, and how the country has benefited from increased integration with the global
economy.
OR
A cotton farmer in India sells his crop to an international clothing company. How does
this connect him to the global market, and what are the potential benefits and risks of
participating in global supply chains for small farmers?

SECTION - E
Case Based Questions (3 × 4 = 12)

34. Read the extract and answer the questions that follow:
Ernst Renan, ‘What is a Nation?’: In a lecture delivered at the University of Sorbonne
in 1882, the French philosopher Ernst Renan (1823-92) outlined his understanding of
what makes a nation. The lecture was subsequently published as a famous essay entitled
‘Qu’ est-cequ’ une nation?’ (‘What is a Nation?’). In this essay Renan criticises the
notion suggested by others that a nation is formed by a common language, race,
religion, or territory: ‘A nation is the culmination of a long past of endeavours, sacrifice
and devotion. A heroic past, great men, glory, that is the social capital upon which one
bases a national idea. To have common glories in the past, to have a common will in the
present, to have performed great deeds together, to wish to perform still more, these are
the essential conditions of being a people. A nation is therefore a large-scale solidarity...
Its existence is a daily plebiscite... A province is its inhabitants; if anyone has the right
to be consulted, it is the inhabitant. A nation neverhas any real interest in annexing or
holding on to a country against its will. The existence of nations is a good thing, a
necessity even. Their existence is a guarantee of liberty, which would be lost if the world
had only one law and only one master.
Questions :
1. What do you mean by the term Nation?
 2. Write any two requirements for the formation of a nation.
3. How does a heroic past helps in the formation of a nation?

35. Read the given case and answer the questions that follow :
Energy is a basic requirement for economic development. Every sector of the national
economy — agriculture, industry, transport, commercial and domestic — needs inputs
of energy. The economic development plans implemented since independence
necessarily required increasing amounts of energy to remain operational. As a result,
consumption of energy in all forms has been steadily rising all over the country. In this
background, there is an urgent need to develop a sustainable path of energy
development. Promotion of energy conservation and increased use of renewable energy
sources are the twin planks of sustainable energy. India is presently one of the least
energy efficient countries in the world. We have to adopt a cautious approach for the
judicious use of our limited energy resources. For example, as concerned citizens we
can do our bit by using public transport systems instead of individual vehicles; switching
off electricity when not in use, using power-saving devices and using non-conventional
sources of energy. At last “Energy Saved is energy produced”

Questions :
1. Why is sustainable energy a key to sustainable development ?
2. Why is consumption of energy rising in all over India?
3. Explain ‘Energy saved is energy produced’.

36. Read the given extract and answer the following questions.
Arguments about democracy tend to be very passionate. This is how it should be, for
democracy appeals to some of our deep values. These debates cannot be resolved in a
simple manner. But some debates about democracy can and should be resolved by
referring to some facts and figures. The debate about the economic outcomes of
democracy is one such debate. Over the years many students of democracy have gathered
careful evidence to see what the relationship of democracy with economic growth and
economic inequalities is.
A particular study shows that on an average dictatorial regimes have had a slightly better
record of economic growth. But when we compare their record only in poor countries,
there is virtually no difference. While another study shows that within democracies there
can be very high degree of inequalities. In democratic countries like South Africa and
Brazil, the top 20 per cent people take away more than 60 per cent of the national
income, leaving less than 3 per cent for the bottom 20 per cent population. Countries like
Denmark and Hungary are much better in this respect.
One can easily infer that there is often inequality of opportunities available to the poorer
sections. Questions :
1. Which type of outcomes of democracy can be resolved with the help of facts or figures
analysis? 2. Benefits of higher national income are enjoyed by a’ small proportion of its
population while a larger proportion has to settle with the remaining small portion of the
national income. What is strongly indicated by this fact?
3. Differentiate between democracy and dictatorship form of government.

SECTION-F

Map Skill Based Question (Q 37a and 37b) 2+3=5

37. (a) Two places A and B are marked on the given outline map of India. Identify them
and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them.
A. The place associated with the Jallianwala Bagh incident.
B. The place where the December 1920 session of the Indian National Congress took
place.
(b) On the outline map of India, mark and locate the following with suitable
symbols. C. An airport
D. A software technology park
E. A dam
F. A seaport in Goa