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🎓 Class 10
Social Science
CBSE
Theory
Ch 1 — Resources and Development
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Exercises — Resources and Development
NCERT Contemporary India-II | Chapter 1: Resources and Development — End-of-Chapter Exercises
Key Terms — Quick Revision
Resources
Everything in our environment usable to satisfy needs, provided it is technologically accessible, economically feasible, and culturally acceptable.
Sustainable Development
Development meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs (Brundtland Commission, 1987).
Alluvial Soil
India's most widespread fertile soil deposited by Himalayan rivers. Old alluvial is Bangar; new alluvial is Khadar.
Soil Erosion
Removal of topsoil by wind, water, or glaciers, accelerated by deforestation, overgrazing, and faulty farming.
Resource Planning
Identifying resources, building planning structures with technology, and matching development to national goals.
Land Degradation
Deterioration of land quality from over-irrigation, mining, deforestation, overgrazing, or industrial effluents.
NCERT Textbook Exercises
1. Multiple Choice Questions
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Which one of the following is the main cause of land degradation in Punjab?
L3 Apply2
In which one of the following states is terrace cultivation practised?
L3 Apply3
In which of the following states is black soil predominantly found?
L3 Apply2. Short Answer Questions (30 words)
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Name three states having black soil and the crop which is mainly grown in it.
L3 Apply5
What type of soil is found in the river deltas of the eastern coast? Give three main features.
L3 Apply6
What steps can be taken to control soil erosion in the hilly areas?
L4 Analyse3. Long Answer Questions (120 words)
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Explain land use pattern in India and why has the land under forest not increased much since 1960-61?
L4 Analyse8
How have technical and economic development led to more consumption of resources?
L5 EvaluateRevision — Competency-Based Questions
📚 CBQ: Resource Planning and Soil Conservation
India possesses diverse natural resources distributed unevenly. Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh have rich mineral and coal reserves; Arunachal Pradesh has abundant water but lacks infrastructure; Rajasthan has solar and wind potential but faces water scarcity. Colonial experience shows that mere resource possession is insufficient — technological and institutional advancement is equally necessary.
Q1. Why is resource planning essential for India? What is the first step?
L3 ApplyQ2. Analyse why resource possession alone has not brought development in many parts of India.
L4 AnalyseQ3. Evaluate Gandhi’s perspective on resource conservation in the context of sustainable development.
L5 EvaluateQ4. Design a resource management plan for a semi-arid region addressing soil degradation and water scarcity.
L6 Create⚖ Assertion-Reason Questions
Assertion (A): Black soil is ideal for cotton cultivation.
Reason (R): It has high moisture-retaining capacity and is rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash, and lime.
Reason (R): It has high moisture-retaining capacity and is rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash, and lime.
Assertion (A): Resources are a function of human activities, not merely natural endowments.
Reason (R): Substances become resources only when technologically accessible, economically feasible, and culturally acceptable.
Reason (R): Substances become resources only when technologically accessible, economically feasible, and culturally acceptable.
Assertion (A): Over-irrigation in Punjab has been a major cause of land degradation.
Reason (R): Over-irrigation leads to the formation of laterite soil.
Reason (R): Over-irrigation leads to the formation of laterite soil.
Review All Parts — Chapter 1: Resources and Development
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important questions in NCERT Class 10 Geography Chapter 1?
NCERT Class 10 Geography Chapter 1 includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, long answer questions, and competency-based questions (CBQ). Students should focus on key concepts, definitions, and application-based reasoning from the chapter for thorough exam preparation.
How to prepare for Class 10 Geography Chapter 1 board exam?
To prepare effectively for Class 10 Geography Chapter 1, read the NCERT textbook carefully, understand key definitions and concepts, practise all exercise questions, attempt CBQ-style questions for higher-order thinking, and revise diagrams, timelines, or data tables from the chapter.
What is the marking scheme for Class 10 Geography in CBSE?
The CBSE marking scheme for Class 10 Geography typically includes 1-mark MCQs, 3-mark short answer questions, and 5-mark long answer questions. Competency-based questions (CBQ) involving case studies and data interpretation are also included as per NEP 2020 guidelines.
Are NCERT exercises sufficient for Class 10 Geography exams?
NCERT exercises form the foundation for Class 10 Geography exams. Most CBSE board questions are directly or indirectly based on NCERT content. Practising all in-text and end-of-chapter questions along with CBQ-format practice ensures comprehensive preparation.
What types of questions come from Chapter 1 in Class 10 Geography?
Chapter 1 of Class 10 Geography typically features objective-type MCQs, assertion-reason questions, short descriptive answers, map-based or diagram questions, and case-study based CBQ questions testing analysis and evaluation skills.
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