CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2024 (Set 1

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CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2024 PDF (Set 1 - 32/2/1) is available for download here. CBSE conducted the Social Science exam on March 7, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The total marks for the theory paper are 80. The question paper contains 20% MCQ-based questions, 40% competency-based questions, and 40% short and long answer type questions.

CBSE Class 10 Social Science Question Paper 2024 (Set 1 - 32/2/1) with Answer Key

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1. The German philosopher 'Johann Gottfried' belonged to which one of the following schools of thought? (A) Socialist (B) Liberalist (C) Romanticist (D) Marxist	(C) Romanticist	Johann Gottfried, a German philosopher, emphasized the importance of cultural nationalism and unique identities, profoundly influencing the Romanticist movement.
2. Two statements are given below. They are Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read both and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): The Act of Union 1707 between England and Scotland resulted in the formation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain. Reason (R): England wanted to impose its influence on Scotland. (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). (B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). (C) (A) is true but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false but (R) is true.	(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).	The Act of Union unified England and Scotland in 1707, primarily driven by England's political and economic interest in dominating Scotland.
3. Arrange the following events in chronological order and choose the correct option: I. Treaty of Constantinople II. Hamburg granted autonomy to Hungary III. Balkan Conflict IV. Napoleonic Civil Code (a) IV, II, I, III (b) III, II, IV, I (c) IV, I, II, III (d) I, IV, III, II	(c) IV, I, II, III	The Napoleonic Civil Code (1804) preceded the Treaty of Constantinople (1832), Hamburg's autonomy (1867), and the Balkan Conflict (1912–1913).
4. Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched? List-I (Author) — List-II (Book) (a) Jyotiba Phule — Amar Jiban (b) Sudarshan Chakra — Sachhi Kavitayen (c) Rash Sundari Debi — Gulamgiri (d) Kashi Baba — Chotte aur Bade Sawal	(d) Kashi Baba — Chotte aur Bade Sawal	Kashi Baba wrote "Chotte aur Bade Sawal" addressing caste-based inequalities. Other options incorrectly associate authors with books.
5. Choose the correct option to fill the blank: Non-Metallic Mineral: Mica Energy Mineral: (a) Natural Gas (b) Bauxite (c) Manganese (d) Platinum	(a) Natural Gas	Natural Gas is categorized as an energy mineral used in electricity generation and heating. Mica, in contrast, is a non-metallic mineral.
6. Read the following characteristics of a soil and identify the soil from the given options: • It is widely spread and important soil. • Northern plains are made of it. • It consists of sand, silt, and clay. (a) Yellow soil (b) Black soil (c) Laterite soil (d) Alluvial soil	(d) Alluvial soil	Alluvial soil is the most significant soil type in India, deposited by rivers like the Ganga and Brahmaputra, and is composed of sand, silt, and clay.
7. Match Column-I with Column-II and choose the correct option: Column I (Crop) — Column II (Type) I. Wheat — A. Millet crop II. Ragi — B. Beverage crop III. Tea — C. Food crop IV. Maize — D. Food and fodder crop (a) d, a, c, b (b) c, d, b, a (c) c, a, b, d (d) d, b, a, c	(c) c, a, b, d	Wheat is a food crop, Ragi is a millet, Tea is a beverage crop, and Maize serves as both food and fodder.
8. Read the following statements and choose the correct term mentioned in the Indian Constitution from the given options: • There is no official religion for the Indian State. • There is freedom to profess, practice, and propagate any religion in India. (a) Republic (b) Sovereign (c) Socialist (d) Secular	(d) Secular	Secularism in the Indian Constitution ensures the State treats all religions equally, without favoring any particular faith.
9. Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched? Subject List in the Indian Constitution — Subject: (a) Union List Subjects — Communication (b) State List Subjects — Education (c) Concurrent List Subjects — Adoption (d) Residuary Subjects — Marriages	(a) Union List Subjects — Communication	Communication is part of the Union List, managed by the Central Government. Education, Adoption, and Marriages fall under the Concurrent List.
10. Read the following statements about power-sharing arrangements in Belgium and choose the correct option: I. Brussels has a separate govt. with equal representation. II. Dutch and French-speaking ministers are equal in Central Govt. III. Community Govt. is elected by people belonging to one language. IV. Series of majoritarian measures adopted in Belgium. (a) I, II, and IV (b) I, III, and IV (c) II, III, and IV (d) I, II, and III	(d) I, II, and III	Belgium's model includes equal representation in Brussels, balanced central government representation, and elected Community Governments. Majoritarian measures were avoided.
11. Which one of the following countries has a ‘one-party system’? (a) United States of America (b) United Kingdom (c) India (d) China	(d) China	China follows a one-party system, with the Communist Party of China as the sole ruling party. In contrast, countries like the USA, UK, and India have multi-party systems.
12. Which one of the following is a fundamental principle of democracy? (a) Rule of single individual (b) Rule with hereditary norms (c) Rule of people with freedom (d) Rule of military chiefs	(c) Rule of people with freedom	Democracy is founded on the principle of rule by the people, ensuring equality, freedom, and participation in governance. Other options reflect non-democratic principles.
13. Which one of the following languages is included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution? (a) Hariyanavi (b) Rajasthani (c) Garhwali (d) Odia	(d) Odia	Odia is one of the 22 languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. Other options like Hariyanavi, Rajasthani, and Garhwali are dialects or regional languages not included in the Schedule.
14. Choose the correct option to fill the blank: Literacy Rate measures the proportion of literate population in the —– years and above age group. (a) 10 (b) 7 (c) 5 (d) 8	(b) 7	The Literacy Rate in India is calculated as the proportion of the population aged 7 years and above who can read and write with understanding in any language.
15. Assume there are four families in a locality. If the incomes of these four families in a week are ₹2000, ₹5000, ₹3000, and ₹6000, then the weekly average income of the locality will be: (a) ₹4000 (b) ₹5000 (c) ₹2000 (d) ₹1000	(a) ₹4000	The average income is calculated as the total income divided by the number of families: ₹(2000 + 5000 + 3000 + 6000)/4 = ₹4000.
16. Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched? Sector of the Economy — Example (a) Primary Sector — Tailor (b) Secondary Sector — Fisherman (c) Tertiary Sector — Astronaut (d) Primary Sector — Courier	(c) Tertiary Sector — Astronaut	The tertiary sector encompasses services like education, healthcare, and research, which include professions like an astronaut. Other options incorrectly classify sectors.
17. Look at the given image. The work done in the image comes under which one of the following sectors? (a) Organised sector (b) Primary sector (c) Unorganised sector (d) Public sector	(c) Unorganised sector	The unorganised sector involves informal labor without job security, fixed wages, or employee benefits. Such work typically lacks formal employment contracts.
18. Which of the following is the primary purpose of loan activities offered by banks? (a) To compete with other financial institutions (b) To generate profits for the primary sector only (c) To increase income of MNCs (d) To support economic growth	(d) To support economic growth	Banks provide loans to businesses, industries, and individuals, enabling investment in productive activities. This fosters economic growth by creating jobs and improving infrastructure.
19. Match the following aspects of globalization with their descriptions and choose the correct option: List-I (Global Aspect) — List-II (Description) I. Technological Advancement — a. Interaction of ideas, values, and traditions II. Liberalisation of Trade — b. Companies operating in many countries III. Cultural Exchange — c. Innovation in manufacturing, communication, and information IV. Multinational Corporations — d. The removal of restriction on trade (a) a, b, c, d (b) c, d, a, b (c) d, c, b, a (d) b, a, d, c	(b) c, d, a, b	Technological Advancement relates to innovation; Liberalisation refers to the removal of trade restrictions; Cultural Exchange involves sharing ideas; Multinational Corporations operate globally.
20. Choose the correct option regarding 'Body Mass Index (BMI)' from the following: (a) Assessment of Blood Pressure (b) Assessment of Blood Sugar Level (c) Assessment of Body Composition (d) Assessment of under Nutrition	(c) Assessment of Body Composition	BMI measures body composition by relating weight and height, providing an indicator of undernutrition or obesity and overall health.
21. "Conservative regimes set up in Europe in 1815 were autocratic." Support the statement by giving any two arguments.	Imposed censorship and suppressed dissent	Conservative regimes imposed strict censorship on newspapers, books, and plays to suppress criticism. They did not tolerate dissent and curbed freedom of speech and expression.
22. How is horizontal power sharing different from vertical power sharing?	Division among organs vs levels	Horizontal power sharing divides power among organs like the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary, ensuring checks and balances. Vertical power sharing distributes power among different levels like Central, State, and Local governments.
23. (A) Differentiate between Primitive Subsistence Farming and Commercial Farming.	Subsistence vs Market-oriented	Primitive Subsistence Farming is practiced on small patches using traditional tools for family consumption. Commercial Farming uses modern techniques on large farms, producing for sale in markets.
OR 23. (B) Differentiate between Rabi and Kharif cropping seasons.	Winter crops vs Monsoon crops	Rabi crops are sown in winter (October-December) and harvested in summer (April-June), e.g., wheat. Kharif crops are sown during the monsoon (June-July) and harvested in autumn (September-October), e.g., paddy.
24. How can a nation achieve a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability? Explain by giving any two arguments.	Sustainable practices and afforestation	Adopting renewable energy sources like solar and wind can support economic growth while reducing environmental degradation. Promoting afforestation ensures ecological balance and combats deforestation.
25. (A) How was the 'Silk Route' an example of vibrant pre-modern trade?	Connected economies and cultures	The Silk Route connected Asia, Europe, and Africa, facilitating trade in luxury goods like silk and spices. It also enabled cultural exchanges, spreading religions, art, and technology.
OR 25. (B) How did food promote long-distance cultural contacts in the pre-modern world?	Globalization of crops and cuisines	Crops like potatoes, maize, and chillies transformed cuisines worldwide. Spices like pepper were highly traded, influencing culinary practices and connecting distant regions.
26. "India's prosperity lies in expanding and diversifying its manufacturing industries." Justify the statement.	Employment and exports	Manufacturing industries generate jobs, contribute significantly to GDP, and increase export earnings. Diversifying industries reduces reliance on agriculture, ensuring balanced economic growth.
27. Explain any three responsibilities carried out by the political parties in a democracy.	Policy-making, governance, and opposition	Political parties formulate policies based on public needs, form governments to implement them, and play an opposition role by ensuring accountability and representing alternative views.
28. Examine the significance of credit in the economic development of a country.	Investment and productivity	Credit provides funds for businesses to invest and expand, supports farmers in purchasing seeds and fertilizers, and fosters entrepreneurship, thereby increasing productivity and employment opportunities.
29. "Tertiary sector has a pivotal role in the economy of the country." Support your answer with day-to-day examples.	Services enhance efficiency	Tertiary activities like banking and insurance facilitate economic transactions, while education and healthcare improve human resources. Transportation and IT services promote connectivity and globalization.
30. (A) "The Gandhian idea of Satyagraha emphasized the power of truth and struggle against injustice." Explain the statement with examples.	Non-violent resistance	Satyagraha used non-violence to resist injustice, as seen in the Champaran and Kheda movements. Gandhi's methods, like boycotts and peaceful protests, empowered common people and achieved justice.
OR 30. (B) How did people belonging to different communities, regions, and language groups develop a sense of collective belonging in late-nineteenth-century India? Explain with examples.	Symbols, songs, and shared struggles	The image of Bharat Mata and songs like 'Vande Mataram' fostered unity. Folklore and shared history instilled pride, and the collective fight against British rule united diverse communities.
31. (A) "Promotion of energy conservation is an important plank of sustainable energy." Explain the statement with examples.	Efficient resource use	Energy conservation ensures efficient resource use, reducing environmental degradation. For example, energy-efficient appliances like LED lights save electricity. Promoting renewable energy sources such as solar and wind ensures long-term sustainability.
OR 31. (B) "Energy is required for all kinds of activities." Explain this statement with examples.	Essential for production and services	Energy powers industries, agriculture (e.g., irrigation), and transportation systems. Households rely on energy for cooking, heating, and lighting. Education and healthcare facilities require electricity for effective functioning.
32. (A) Democracy is a better form of government than dictatorship. Analyse.	Ensures equality and accountability	Democracy ensures equality, freedom, and representation for all citizens. Democratic governments are accountable through elections and promote peaceful conflict resolution. It allows reforms and adapts to society's changing needs.
OR 32. (B) Democracy accommodates social diversities. Analyse.	Inclusive and representative	Democracy respects cultural and social diversities, implementing policies for inclusiveness. Elections provide representation to diverse communities, ensuring their voices are heard. It resolves conflicts through dialogue and consensus.
33. (A) "Rapid improvement in technology has been one major factor that has stimulated the globalisation process." Explain the statement with examples.	Technology boosts connectivity	Technological advancements in communication (e.g., the internet) and transportation (e.g., air freight) have connected global markets. E-commerce platforms like Amazon enable international trade. Real-time financial transactions enhance global collaboration.
OR 33. (B) "Foreign trade and foreign investment policies are the aspects of liberalisation and globalisation." Explain the statement with examples.	Trade and investment promote global links	Liberalisation reduces trade barriers, fostering international commerce. Foreign investments bring capital and technology. For example, Special Economic Zones (SEZs) attract global investors. Policies encourage collaborations, boosting industrial growth.
34.1. What method did the colonial government employ to keep track of Indian newspapers?	Monitoring and censorship laws	The colonial government continuously monitored all books and newspapers published in India and passed censorship laws to regulate their content and suppress dissent.
34.2. How did the colonial government’s laws affect the press?	Suppressed freedom of expression	Colonial laws restricted the press by enforcing penalties, demanding securities, and shutting down newspapers that did not comply with the government’s rules, curbing freedom of expression.
34.3. Analyse the impact of ‘Sedition Committee’ on Newspapers.	Restricted press freedom	The Sedition Committee Report (1919) imposed stricter controls on newspapers, leading to penalties for publishing anti-government content. It further curtailed press freedom, limiting the ability of newspapers to inform and mobilize the public against colonial rule.
35.1. Why was ‘Project Tiger’ considered significant for wildlife conservation?	Protected tigers and ecosystems	Project Tiger, launched in 1973, aimed to protect the dwindling tiger population and preserve ecosystems by creating reserves like Corbett and Sunderbans.
35.2. What role does India play in the global tiger population?	Hosts two-thirds of global tigers	India, along with Nepal, provides habitat for two-thirds of the world’s tiger population, making it a crucial player in global conservation efforts.
35.3. Mention two major threats to the wildlife species.	Poaching and habitat loss	Poaching for trade and shrinking habitats due to deforestation and human encroachment are significant threats to wildlife species.
36.1. How many languages were recorded as mother tongues in the 2011 Census of India?	More than 1300	The 2011 Census of India recorded more than 1300 distinct languages as mother tongues, reflecting India’s linguistic diversity.
36.2. How were the languages grouped in the Census report?	Grouped under major languages	Languages like Bhojpuri, Magadhi, and Rajasthani were grouped under Hindi, reducing the list to 121 major languages.
36.3. How does the inclusion of languages in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution contribute to linguistic diversity?	Recognition and preservation	The Eighth Schedule officially recognizes 22 languages, ensuring their preservation, promotion, and cultural importance in India’s diverse society.
37.(i) Identify the following places on the map: (a) The place where Mahatma Gandhi broke the Salt Law. (b) The place where the 1920 Indian National Congress Session was held.	(a) Dandi (b) Nagpur	(i) Dandi marks Gandhi's Salt March; Nagpur hosted the 1920 INC session.
37. (ii) Locate and label any three of the following: 1. Salal Dam 2. Kalpakkam Nuclear Power Plant 3. Bengaluru Software Technology Park	1. Salal Dam: Jammu and Kashmir 2. Kalpakkam Nuclear Power Plant: Tamil Nadu 3. Bengaluru Software Technology Park: Karnataka	(ii) Important locations include Salal Dam in Jammu and Kashmir, Kalpakkam Nuclear Plant in Tamil Nadu, and Bengaluru as a tech hub.