KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA SANGATHAN PRE-BOARD PRACTICE EXAMINATION CLASS X • SOCIAL SCIENCE (087) Time Allowed: 3 Hours Syllabus: NCERT Chapter 1 of each book Maximum Marks: 80 General Instructions: The question paper consists of four compulsory sections: Section A (History - 20 Marks), Section B (Geography - 20 Marks), Section C (Civics - 20 Marks), and Section D (Economics - 20 Marks). Marks distribution per section: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carry 1 mark each. Short Answer Questions carry 3 marks each (approx. 60–80 words). Source-based/Case-based Questions carry 4 marks each. Long Answer Questions carry 5 marks each (approx. 100–120 words). Internal choices are provided in several 3-mark, 4-mark, and 5-mark questions. Students must attempt only one of the alternatives. SECTION A: HISTORY (20 MARKS) (Chapter 1: The Rise of Nationalism in Europe) Q1. (a) Treaty of Versailles (b) Treaty of Constantinople (c) Treaty of Vienna (d) Treaty of Frankfurt Q2. (a) A crown of olive leaves; symbolizing peace (b) A crown of oak leaves; symbolizing heroism (c) A tricolor ribbon; symbolizing democracy (d) A golden diadem; symbolizing sovereign power Q3. (a) Count Camillo de Cavour (b) Giuseppe Garibaldi (c) Giuseppe Mazzini (d) Victor Emmanuel II Q4. (a) Introduce universal adult franchise across Prussia (b) Abolish tariff barriers and reduce currency types from over thirty to two (c) Reinstate the absolute privileges of the feudal class (d) Assert Prussian military dominance over the Austro-Hungarian Empire Q5. • • ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ • Which treaty recognized Greece as an independent nation in the year 1832? [1] What does the allegorical female figure of "Germania" wear on her head, and what does it symbolize? [1] Who among the following formed the secret society called 'Young Italy'? [1] The customs union or 'Zollverein' formed in 1834 in Prussia aimed to: [1] Explain the role of romantic nationalism in the development of nationalist feelings in Europe during the nineteenth century. [3] Class X Social Science • Max Marks: 80 Page 1 of 6
Q6. Q7. Q8. OR SECTION B: GEOGRAPHY (20 MARKS) (Chapter 1: Resources and Development) Q9. (a) Replenishable / Renewable (b) Abiotic (non-replenishable) (c) Human-made (d) Non-recyclable Q10. (a) Punjab (b) Plains of Uttar Pradesh (c) Haryana (d) Uttarakhand Q11. (a) Rich in phosphoric content and poor in calcium carbonate (b) Extremely poor in lime and potash contents (c) Rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash, and lime (d) Highly acidic and rich in organic humus Briefly outline three key political decisions or steps taken by the French revolutionaries to create a sense of collective identity among the French citizens. [3] Read the source below and answer the questions that follow: "Nationalism, aligned with imperialism, led Europe to disaster in 1914. But meanwhile, many countries in the world which had been colonized by the European powers in the nineteenth century began to oppose imperial domination. The anti-imperialist movements that developed everywhere were nationalist, in the sense that they all struggled to form independent nation-states, and were inspired by a sense of collective national unity, forged in confrontation with imperialism." How did nationalism coupled with imperialism lead Europe to disaster in 1914? What common identity inspired anti-imperialist movements across the colonized world? Explain the relationship between anti-imperialist resistance and the concept of a modern 'Nation- State'. [4] 1. [1] 2. [1] 3. [2] Trace the process of the unification of Germany, highlighting the diplomatic and military strategies employed by Otto von Bismarck. [5] Analyze the structural causes and consequences of the Greek War of Independence, detailing how it mobilised nationalist feelings among educated elites across Europe. Under which of the following categories of resources can "tidal energy" be placed? [1] In which of the following states of India is "terrace cultivation" predominantly practiced? [1] The resource-rich "Black Soils" or "Regur Soils" are ideal for growing cotton. Which of the following is their major chemical characteristic? [1] Class X Social Science • Max Marks: 80 Page 2 of 6
Q12. (a) The total land area left fallow for more than five agricultural years (b) The total physical area sown with crops at least once a year (c) Land cultivated with multi-tiered perennial forest plantations only (d) Area that is kept barren due to saline or alkaline accumulation Q13. Q14. Q15. Q16. OR SECTION C: CIVICS / POLITICAL SCIENCE (20 MARKS) (Chapter 1: Power Sharing) Q17. (a) 80% French-speaking, 20% Dutch-speaking (b) 59% Dutch-speaking, 40% French-speaking (c) 80% Dutch-speaking, 20% French-speaking (d) 50% Dutch-speaking, 50% French-speaking Q18. (a) The Citizenship Act; which denied voting rights to Indian Tamils (b) The Official Language Act; which recognized Sinhala as the only official language (c) The Regional Autonomy Declaration; which decentralized administrative powers (d) The Buddhist Protection Enactment; which declared Buddhism the official state religion What is the "Net Sown Area" in agricultural resource terms? [1] Explain three prominent consequences of indiscriminate exploitation of natural resources by human beings. [3] What is soil conservation? Describe three standard agronomic methods used to prevent soil erosion on hilly or mountainous terrains. [3] Read the source below and answer the questions that follow: "Sustainable developmental goals require a systematic framework. At the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1992, world leaders signed Declaration on Global Climate Change and Biological Diversity. They endorsed Global Forest Principles and adopted Agenda 21 for achieving Sustainable Development in the 21st century. It aims to combat environmental damage, poverty, disease through global cooperation on common interests, mutual needs and shared responsibilities." Where and when was the first Earth Summit convened? What is the primary objective of Agenda 21? Why is international cooperation deemed critical to combat environmental damage and resource depletion? [4] 1. [1] 2. [1] 3. [2] Provide a detailed classification of resources based on the status of development, offering clear examples for each category. [5] "India has an incredibly diverse variety of relief features which represent unique resource opportunities." Discuss this statement by analyzing the geographical distribution and significance of plains, mountains, and plateaus in India. What is the percentage composition of French-speaking and Dutch-speaking populations respectively in the capital city of Brussels? [1] Which Act was passed in Sri Lanka in 1956 to establish Sinhala dominance, and what was its immediate impact? [1] Class X Social Science • Max Marks: 80 Page 3 of 6
Q19. (a) German and French speakers (b) Dutch and French speakers (c) Dutch and German speakers (d) French and Walloon speakers Q20. (a) Vertical division of power (b) Horizontal division of power (c) Community-based division of power (d) Coalition division of power Q21. Q22. Q23. Q24. OR SECTION D: ECONOMICS (20 MARKS) (Chapter 1: Development) In Belgium, the central government has equal representation of Ministers representing which language groups? [1] Which form of power sharing is typified by the distribution of authority between the legislature, executive, and judiciary? [1] "Power sharing is the very spirit of democracy." Analyze this statement by giving three prudential and moral arguments. [3] Describe the ethnic complexity of Belgium, outlining the geographical concentration of various linguistic communities. [3] Read the source below and answer the questions that follow: "The Sri Lankan Tamils launched parties and struggles for the recognition of Tamil as an official language, for regional autonomy and equality of opportunity in securing education and jobs. But their demand for more autonomy to provinces populated by the Tamils was repeatedly denied. By 1980s several political organizations were formed demanding an independent Tamil Eelam (state) in northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka." List two key demands of the Sri Lankan Tamils. What political shift occurred among Tamil organizations in the 1980s due to the systematic denial of their rights? Discuss the structural impact of majoritarian policies on the social cohesion and stability of Sri Lanka. [4] 1. [1] 2. [1] 3. [2] How did Belgium resolve its structural and ethnic conflicts? Detail the unique power-sharing arrangements introduced through constitutional amendments between 1970 and 1993. [5] Compare and contrast the power-sharing models adopted by Belgium and Sri Lanka, and explain how their corresponding political paths impacted national integrity. Class X Social Science • Max Marks: 80 Page 4 of 6
Q25. (a) Life Expectancy at birth (b) Gross Enrollment Ratio / Mean Years of Schooling (c) Per Capita Income / Gross National Income (d) Total Industrial and Mineral Output Q26. (a) Net National Product (b) Gross Domestic Product (c) Per Capita Income (Average Income) (d) Disposable Income Q27. (a) The number of children that die before the age of five per 1,000 live births (b) The number of children that die before completing one year of age per 100 live births (c) The number of children that die before completing one year of age per 1,000 live births (d) The percentage of children born alive who do not reach high school Q28. (a) People belong to different political parties and national setups (b) The physical capabilities of humans vary dramatically across age groups (c) The life situations of persons are different and so are their immediate needs (d) National growth parameters are always in direct conflict with individual gains Q29. Q30. Q31. According to the Human Development Report, which of the following is NOT a core component used to measure the Human Development Index (HDI)? [1] If the Total National Income of a country is divided by its Total Population, we obtain the: [1] What does the "Infant Mortality Rate" (IMR) indicate? [1] Different persons can have different developmental goals because: [1] Why is "Per Capita Income" not considered a perfect indicator of human development? Explain with help of a suitable hypothetical example illustrating income distribution disparities. [3] Discuss the role of public facilities in the developmental process. Why are services like education, vaccination, and clean environment better managed as public provisions rather than individual purchases? [3] Read the source below and answer the questions that follow: "We have shared resources which are exhaustible and some which are renewable. Groundwater is an example of renewable resources. These resources are replenished by nature as in the case of crops and plants. However, even these resources may be overused. For example, in the case of groundwater, if we use more than what is being replenished by rain then we are overusing this resource. Non-renewable resources are those which will get exhausted after years of use." Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources using examples from the text. What is meant by the "overuse" of a renewable resource? Explain why resource sustainability is critical for long-term economic development. [4] 1. [1] 2. [1] 3. [2] Class X Social Science • Max Marks: 80 Page 5 of 6
Q32. OR "What may be development for one may not be development for the other. It may even be destructive for the other." Explain this statement with appropriate examples of industrial dam construction or urban infrastructure expansions. [5] Analyze how the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) classification of countries is broader and more comprehensive than the World Bank's economic development classification. Class X Social Science • Max Marks: 80 Page 6 of 6