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MONTH/WEEK/DATE-AUGUST Wk 25-08-2025 to 29-08-2025
GRADE: IV
SUBJECT: SOCIAL SCIENCE SUBJECT TEACHER- MS.TAMALI & MS.REENA
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❖By the end of the chapter, the students should be able to understand the following:
● describe the Local Self-Government.
● enlist the Governance in villages, towns and cities.
● list and explain the responsibilities of Municipal Councils and Municipal
Corporations.
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GRADE: IV
SUBJECT: SOCIAL SCIENCE SUBJECT TEACHER- MS.TAMALI & MS.REENA
Topics to be covered in this week-
Periods Topics
Period 1
Model Paper Discussion
Period 2 Ch-5 Local Self - Government: Revision - Objectives
Period 3 Ch-5 Local Self - Government: Revision - Q/A
PERIOD 1
Content- Period 1:
Model Paper Discussion
E-CONTENT:
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Half-Yearly Examinations (2025 – 2026)
Model Paper
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Time: 90 Mins Maximum Marks: 40
Grade: IV Subject: Social Science
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Section - A
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS : 10X1=10M
Q1. The island countries that are India's neighbours are ____________ and ________________.
A. Pakistan & Afghanistan C. Sri Lanka & Maldives
B. Bangladesh & Myanmar D. Nepal & China
Q2. _______________ is the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
A. Kavaratti C. Pudducherry
B. Sri Vijaya Puram D. Daman
Q3. The head of a Municipal Corporation is called the __________________.
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A. Mayor C. Chair Person
B. Sarpanch D. Councillor
Q4. Identify the correct definition of the term ‘valleys’ from the following options-
A. Low areas of land between hills or mountains with a river or stream flowing through it.
B. High areas of land between hills or mountains with a river or stream flowing through it.
C. A route through a mountain range.
D. Large areas of land where crops such as coffee, tea and rubber are grown.
Q5. Name the waterbody along the western coast of India.
A. Indian Ocean C. Bay of Bengal
B. Arabian Sea D. Ganga
Q6. Which type of tree is commonly found in oases?
A. Palm tree C. Pine tree
B. Cactus D. Oak tree
Q7. A __________________ government which functions at the village level in India.
C. Municipal Council C. Wards
D. Panchayat D. Gram Sabha
Q8. Which river is the lifeline of the Northern Plains?
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A. Brahmaputra C. Yamuna
B. Ganges D. Satluj
Q9. The Malabar Coast is famous for _______________ which attracts many tourists .
A. Lagoons C.Ghats
B. Oasis D. Sundunes
Q10. The members of a panchayat are chosen by the people who are ______ years of age and
above.
A. 12 C. 21
B. 34 D. 18
Section - B
II. IDENTIFY THE ERROR IN THE GIVEN STATEMENT AND CORRECT IT. 4X1M=4M
Q11. A small hill of sand formed by wind.
Q12. A hard substance that is formed at the bottom of the sea from the bones of very small
sea creatures .
Q13. Areas into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of local elections.
Q14. Streams that flow into a larger river.
Section - C
I.SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS 3X2=6M
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Q15. Which is the northernmost range of the Himalayas? What is it also known as?
Q16. The identity of being an Indian unites us, making India a land of unity in diversity. What
makes India a land of diversity?
Q17. Why does the Thar Desert attract so many tourists?
Section - D
IV. LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS
2X4=8M
Q18. The Northern Plains is also known as the Indo - Gangetic plains. Why are the Northern
Plains important to us?
Q19. The responsibilities of municipal councils and municipal corporations are very similar.
Enlist the roles of municipal councils and municipal corporations.
Section - E
V. PICTURE BASED QUESTIONS
4X1M=4M
Q20. Which physical feature is shown in the given picture?
Q21. In which state it is located?
Q22. By which neighbouring country does it share its boundary?
Q23. What is the primary factor that defines a desert?
Section - F
VI. PASSAGE BASED QUESTIONS - 4X1=4M
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India is a large and beautiful country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country in the world
by area and the second most populous country. India has 28 states and 8 union territories, each
with its own culture, language, and traditions. The national capital is New Delhi. The Himalayas
in the north protect the country, while the Indian Ocean lies to the south. India is known for its
unity in diversity, as people of different religions, languages, and customs live together
peacefully. The national symbols, like the tiger, lotus, and tricolour flag, make every Indian proud.
Questions
Q1. Where is India located?
Q2. How many states and union territories does India have?
Q3. Name two natural features that protect or surround India.
Q4. Why is India called a land of "unity in diversity"?
Section - G
VII. MAP POINTING
On the given Political map of India, locate any two States and two Union Territories. Draw the
legend. 4X1=4M
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NOTES: None for the period
ACTIVITY: None for the period
ASSIGNMENT: None for the period
TEST: None for the period
PERIOD 2
Content- Period 2:
Ch-5 Local Self - Government: Revision - Objectives
E-CONTENT:
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NOTES:
Chapter - 5
Local Self-Government
Objectives:
1. What is the primary objective of local self-government?
A) To implement central government policies
B) To provide essential services to citizens
C) To promote national development
D) To empower local communities
Answer: D) To empower local communities
2. Which of the following is a feature of local self-government?
A) Centralized decision-making
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B) Elected representatives
C) Bureaucratic control
D) Hierarchical structure
Answer: B) Elected representatives
3. Which tier of local self-government is responsible for governing urban areas?
A) Gram Panchayat
B) Municipal Corporation
C) Zilla Panchayat
D) Block Panchayat
Answer: B) Municipal Corporation
4. Who is the head of a Gram Panchayat?
A) Sarpanch
B) District Collector
C) Municipal Commissioner
D) Mayor
Answer: A) Sarpanch
5. Which of the following is a function of local self-government?
A) Defense
B) Foreign affairs
C) Provision of basic services like water, sanitation, and healthcare
D) Currency management
Answer: C) Provision of basic services like water, sanitation, and healthcare
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ACTIVITY: Governance Structure Research
Objective: To research and understand the governance structures of villages, towns, and
cities.
ASSIGNMENT: None for the period
TEST: None for the period
PERIOD 3
Content- Period 3:
Ch-5 Local Self - Government: Revision - Q/A
E-CONTENT:
LINKS: None for the period
NOTES:
Chapter - 5
Local Self - Government
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Answer the following questions
Q1. What are the functions performed by the municipal corporations and municipal
councils?
Q2. Define the term ‘government’. Why do we need it?
Q3. Mention the duties of the government.
Q4. What is Gram Panchayat? What are the functions of Gram Panchayat?
Q5. Name any four cities where municipal corporations function.
Q6. Name the two types of local self- government.
ACTIVITY: None for the period
ASSIGNMENT: None for the period
TEST: None for the period
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