AP 10th Class Social Model Paper Set 9 with Solutions

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AP 10th Class Social Model Paper Set 9 with Solutions

Time: 3 Hours, 15 Minutes
Max. Marks: 100

Instructions:

1. In the duration of 3 hours 15 minutes, 15 minutes of time is allotted to read the question paper.
2. All answers shall be written in the answer booklet only
3. Question paper consists of 4 sections and 33 questions.
4. Internal choice Is available in section IV only.
5. All answers shall be written neatly and legibly.

Section – I (12 × 1 = 12 M)

Note:
1) Answer ail the questions.
2) Bach question carries 1 mark.

Question 1.
Where was the first International Earth Summit held?
Answer:
Rio de Janeiro

Question 2.
Who was the author of the book “Small is Beautiful”?
Answer:
Schumacher

Question 3.
Which one of the following industries uses bauxite as a raw material?
a) Aluminium Smelting
b) Cement
e) Paper
d) Steel
Answer:
a) Aluminium Smelting

Question 4.
Who was the founder of‘Young Italy’?
Answer:
Giuseppe Mazzini

Question 5.
In which year did the Great Economic Depression begin?
Answer:
1929

Question 6.
Expand IMP.
Answer:
International Monetary Fund

Question 7.
Match the following :
1) Defence ( ) A) Concurrent list
2) Education ( ) B) State list
3) Agriculture ( ) C) Union list
Answer:
C) Union list
A) Concurrent list
B) State list

Question 8.
How many languages are recognised as scheduled languages by the Indian Constitution?
Answer:
22

Question 9.
Find out the odd one from the following:
i) Indian National Congress Party
ii) Bharatiya Janata Party
iii) Teiup Besam Party
iv) Bahujan Samaj Party
Answer:
iii) Teiup Besam Party

Question 10.
Which among the following is considered to calculate HDI?
a) Per capita income
b) Literacy level
e) Health status
d) All of these
Answer:
d) All of these

Question 11.
Plot the below information on a Bar graph.
Answer:

Question 12.
Arrange the following countries from West to East.
Answer:
China, USA, England, Japan.

Section – II (8 x 2 = 16m)

Note:
1) Answer all the questions.
2) Each question carries 2 marks.

Question 13.
What are basic industries ? Give an example.
Answer:
1. Basic industries produce raw materials that are used to manufacture other goods.
2. Examples include:
• Iron and steel industry
• Copper smelting industry
• Aluminium smelting industry.

Question 14.
Read the map carefully and answer the question given below.

Que : In which State is the Kandla Port located?
Answer:
Gujarat

Question 15.
Write a note on the effect of great degression on Indian economy.
Answer:

1. The Great Depression had an immediate impact on Indian trade.
2. India’s exports and imports were reduced by nearly half.
3. There was a sharp decline in prices.
4. Wheat prices dropped by 50%.

Question 16.
“The fight for Swaraj is a fight for liberty” – Comment.
Answer:
1. Yes, the struggle for Swaraj is a fight for freedom.
2. Swaraj holds no significance without liberty.

Question 17.
Based on the information given below, answer the following question:
Percentage of population living below the poverty line, 1999 – 2000

Caste and Community Groups	Rural	Urban
Scheduled Tribes	45.8	35.6
Scheduled Castes	35.9	38.3
Other Backward Classes	27.0	29.5
Muslim Upper Castes	26.8	34.2
Hindu Upper Castes	11.7	9.9
Christian Upper Castes	9.6	5.4
Sikh Upper Castes	0.0	4.9
Other Upper Castes	16.0	2.7
All Groups	27.0	23.4

Que: In which area is the poverty high? Mention one reason.
Answer:
1. Rural area.
2. Reason : Lack of employment opportunities.

Question 18.
How can you say that India is a feaderal country?
Answer:
1. Authority is distributed between the central and state governments.
2. The government operates under a three-tier system: union, state, and local.

Question 19.
What do you understand by globalisation? Explain in your own words.
Answer:
1. Globalization refers to the fast-paced integration and interconnection of countries.
2. Multinational corporations (MNCs) play a key role in driving globalization.

Question 20.
Suggest any two measures to consumers to protect themselves from exploitation.
Answer:
1. Carefully examining labels.
2. Safely storing bills and warranties.

Section – III (8 x 4 = 32 m)

Note:
l) Answer all the questions.
2) Each question carries 4 marks.

Question 21.
How have human activities affected the depletion of flora and fauna? Explain.
Answer:
I. Trees are cut down for farming, construction, and roads, leading to the destruction of habitats for animals and plants.
2. Pollution from factories and vehicles contaminates the air, water, and land, posing a threat to many living organisms.

Question 22
Distinguish between conventional and non-conventional sources of energy.
Answer:

1. Conventional Souirces of Fnerv:
   1. These are long-established energy sources, including coal, oil, and natural gas.
   2. They are non-renewable and contribute to environmental pollution.
2. On Conventional Sources of rier :
   1. These are newer energy alternatives, such as solar, wind, and tidal energy.
   2. They are renewable and environmentally friendly, causing no pollution.

Question 23.
Read the map carefully and answer the questions below:

i) What is the name of the country shown in the map?
ii) Who became the first king of the country after unification?
Answer:
i) Italy
ii) Victor Emmanuel II

Question 24.
Explain what is meant by proto-industrialisation.
Answer:
1. The term Troto’ refers to the first or early stage of something.
2. Before factories emerged in England, large-scale industrial production existed to
serve international markets.
3. This production system was not factory-based.
4. Historians now commonly refer to this stage of industrialization as proto indus-trialization.

Question 25.
Plot the below information on a Bar graph.
Those who say that their vol e makes a difference (%)
Answer:

Question 26.
State how caste inequalities are still continuing in India.
Answer:

1. Caste inequalities still persist in India.
2. Even today, the majority of people marry within their own caste,
3. Untouchability has not been entirely eradicated.
4. Economic status remains closely connected to the caste system.

Question 27.
Why is the issue of sustainability important for development?
Answer:
1. Sustainable development means fuilfflhing present needs without compromising the needs of future generations.
2. It plays a crucial role in environmental protection, social progress, and economic growth.

Question 28.
Write any four slogans on consumer rights.
Answer:

1. Your product – Your entitlement.
2. Stay informed – Stay protected.
3. Buy to live – don’t live to buy.
4. Assert your rights!

Section – IV (5 x 8 = 40 m)

Note :
1) Answer all the questions.
2) Each question carries 8 marks.
3) Each question has internal choice.
4) In question No. 33. both A and B (India map and World map) should be answered separately.

Question 29.
A) Explain the advantages of multi purpose projects.
Answer:

1. Dams store water for irrigation purposes.
2. They produce hydroelectric power.
3. They supply water for domestic and industrial needs.
4. They aid in flood control.
5. They promote fishing and tourism.
6. They facilitate water transportation.
7. The help prevent soil eroion.
8. Therefore, dams play a vital role in economic development.

(OR)
B) Explain the initiatives taken by the Government to increase the agricultural production.
Answer:

1. Land development programs were introduced
2. Crop insurance schemes were launchedh
3. The Minimum Support Price (MSP) was implemented
4. 11w Indian Council of Agricultural Research was established,
5. IrrigatIon facilities were expanded.
6. Severd multi-purpose rIver projects were constructed.
7. Farmers ere provided with High-Yielding Variety (11W) seeds.
8. Loans were made avnIlble to frmer for Investment.

Question 30.
A) Read the paragraph and comment.
Mahatma Gandhi found in salt a powerfull symbol that could unite the nation. On 31 January 1930, he sent a letter to Viceroy Irwin stating eleven demands. Some of these were of general interest; others were specific demands of different classes, from industrialists to peasants. The idea was to make the demands wide-ranging, so that all classes within Indian society could identify with them and everyone could be brought together in a united campaign. The most stirring of all was the demand to abolish the salt tax. Salt was something consumed by the rich and poor alike and it was one of the most essential items of food. The tax on salt and the Government monopoly over its production, Mahatma Gandhi declared, revealed the most oppressive face to British rule.
Answer:

1. The Salt March was a significant event in the Clvii Disobedlence Movement.
2. Gandhi used salt as a unifying symbol in the fight for freedom
3. On January 31, 1930, he submitted eleven demands to Viceroy lrwin.
4. His aim was to bring together people from all classes In a collective struggle against British rule.
5. The most compelling demand was the removal of the salt tax.
6. Since salt was essential for all, the tax was unjust and burdensome.
7. The British monopoly on salt production underscored colonial exploitation.
8. Gandhi’s approach transformed a simple issue into a power independence movement.

(OR)
B) Read the paragraph and comment.
Gutenberg was the son of a merchant and grew up on a large agricultural estate. From his childhood he had seen wine and olive presses. Subsequently, he learnt the art of polishing stones, became a master goldsmith and also acquired the expertise to create lead moulds used for making trinkets. Drawing on this knowledge, Gutenberg adapted existing technology to design his innovation. The olive press provided the model for the printing press and moulds were used for casting the metal types for the letters of the alphabet. By 1448, Gutenberg perfected the system. The first book he printed was the Bible. About 180 copies were printed and it took three years to produce them. By the standards of the time this was fast production.
Answer:

1. Gutenberg transformed printing with his groundbreaking, the printing press.
2. Born into a merchant family, he was raised on an agricultural estate.
3. From childhod, he was familiar with wine and olive presses.
4. He became skilled in stone polishing, goldsmilthing, and crfting lead molds.
5. The design of the printing press was Inspired by the olive press.
6. 11th utilized molds to cast metal letters for printing.
7. By 1448, he had perfected the printing system
8. His first printed book, the Bible, took three years to produce 180 copies.

Question 31.
A) Analyse the following information:
Workers in different sectors (in millions)

Sector	Organised	Unorganised	Total
Primary	1	231	232
Secondary	41	74	115
Tertiary	40	88	128
Total	82	393	475
Total in percentage	17%	83%	100%

Answer:
1. Th table present the distribution of workers across various sectors.
2. The Primary Seetor employs 232 million workers, with 231 million working in the unorganized sector.
3. Similarly, in both the Secondary and Tertiary Sectors. the majority of workers belong to the unorganied sector.
4. Overall, only 17% of workers are in the organized sector, emphasizing the need for- employment formalization.

(OR)
B) Analyse the following information.

Answer:

1. The graph illstrates the sources of credif per 1000 for rural households in India in 2012, with moneylenders – holding the largest share at 33%
2. Formal instihitiohal sources, Including commercial banks and cooperative societies, each contribute 25%
3. Additional sources include relatives and friends (8%) othet institutional agencIes (5%), while landlords and the government cnttibute minimally at 1% each.
4. This highlights the need to improve access to formal credit systems in rural areas.

Question 32.
A) What are the different forms of power sharing in modern democracies? Give an example for each of them.
Answer:

1. Horizontal Division of Power: Power is distributed among the legislature,executive, and judiciary.
2. Vartical Division of Power: Power is shared across different levels of govern ment (federal structure).
   Example : India.
3. Community Government : Power is also shared among various religious and linguistic groups.
   Example : Belgium.
4. Power Sharing Among Political Parties: When two or more perties form an alliance and win, they share power.
   Example : NDA and UPA governments.

(OR)
B) State the various functions political parties perform in a democracy.
Answer:

1. Political parties participate in elections.
2. They present their policies to voters for selection.
3. They contribute significantly to the law-making process.
4. They establish and manage governments.
5. They also function as opposition parties.
6. They influence and shape public opinion.
7. They implement welfare schemes for the people.
8. Hence, they play a vital role in democracy.

Question 33.
A) Locate the following in the given outline map of India:
1) River Narmada
2) Bengaluru
3) Lakshadweep Islands
4) Bay of Bengal
(OR)
5) River Indus
6) Vishakhapatnam
7) Chennai
8) Uttarakhand
Answer:

(OR)
B) Locate the following in the given outline map of World :
1) Germany
2) China
3) USA
4) Egypt
(OR)
5) Britain
6) Japan
7) Brazil
8) Russia
Answer: