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TN State Board 10th Social Science Question Paper 2025

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
Which country emerged as the strongest in East Asia towards the close of nineteenth century?
  • A. China
  • B. Japan
  • C. Korea
  • D. Mongolia
Correct Answer: B — Solution

Japan. By the close of the nineteenth century, Japan had modernised rapidly after the Meiji Restoration and emerged as the strongest power in East Asia. China, Korea, and Mongolia were not as strong politically or militarily at that time.

Q2 mcq 1 mark
With whom of the following was the Lateran Treaty signed by Italy?
  • A. Germany
  • B. Russia
  • C. Pope
  • D. Spain
Correct Answer: C — Solution

The Lateran Treaty was signed by Italy with the Pope. It was concluded in 1929 between Mussolini's Italy and the Vatican, recognizing the independence of Vatican City. The other options are incorrect because the treaty was not with Germany, Russia, or Spain.

Q3 mcq 1 mark
When was North and South Vietnam united?
  • A. 1975
  • B. 1976
  • C. 1973
  • D. 1974
Correct Answer: B — Solution

North and South Vietnam were united in 1976. After the fall of Saigon in 1975, the formal reunification of Vietnam took place the next year, creating the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

Q4 mcq 1 mark
Assertion: Jyotiba Phule opened orphanages and homes for widows. Reason: Jyotiba Phule opposed child marriage and supported widow remarriage.
  • A. Assertion is correct but Reason is not apt to the Assertion.
  • B. Assertion is correct and the Reason is apt to the Assertion.
  • C. Both are wrong.
  • D. Reason is correct but Assertion is irrelevant.
Correct Answer: B — Solution

Both the Assertion and the Reason are correct, and the Reason supports the Assertion. Jyotiba Phule opened orphanages and homes for widows because he strongly opposed child marriage and supported widow remarriage, which shows his concern for social reform and the welfare of women and children.

Q5 mcq 1 mark
What was the context in which the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act was passed?
  • A. Kol Revolt
  • B. Indigo Revolt
  • C. Munda Rebellion
  • D. Deccan Riots
Correct Answer: C — Solution

The Chotanagpur Tenancy Act was passed in the context of the Munda Rebellion. It was enacted to protect the land rights of the tribal people of Chotanagpur, especially after the tribal uprisings led by Birsa Munda.

Q6 mcq 1 mark
Climate of India is labelled as __________.
  • A. Tropical Humid
  • B. Equatorial Climate
  • C. Tropical Monsoon Climate
  • D. Temperate Climate

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Q7 mcq 1 mark
__________ is a cash crop.
  • A. Cotton
  • B. Wheat
  • C. Rice
  • D. Maize

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Q8 mcq 1 mark
The first Nuclear Power Station was commissioned in :
  • A. Gujarat
  • B. Rajasthan
  • C. Maharashtra
  • D. Tamil Nadu

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Q9 mcq 1 mark
The Scientific study of different aspects of population is called :
  • A. Cartography
  • B. Demography
  • C. Anthropology
  • D. Epigraphy

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Q10 mcq 1 mark
Second staple food of the people of Tamil Nadu is :
  • A. Pulses
  • B. Millets
  • C. Oil seeds
  • D. Rice

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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following States does not possess a bicameral Legislature?
  • A. Andhra Pradesh
  • B. Telangana
  • C. Tamil Nadu
  • D. Uttar Pradesh

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Q12 mcq 1 mark
OPEC is :
  • A. An International Insurance Company
  • B. An International Sports Club
  • C. An Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
  • D. An International Company

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Q13 mcq 1 mark
In __________ approach, the value added by each intermediate good is summed to estimate the value of the final good.
  • A. Expenditure approach
  • B. Value added approach
  • C. Income approach
  • D. National Income

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Q14 mcq 1 mark
India signed the Dunkel Proposal in :
  • A. 1984
  • B. 1976
  • C. 1950
  • D. 1994

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Q15 short answer
How do you assess the importance of Sino-Japanese war ?

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Q16 short answer
How did Great Depression impact on the Indian agriculture ?

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Q17 short answer
What were the duties of the Palayakkarars ?

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Q18 short answer
Name the territories annexed by the British, under the Doctrine of Lapse.

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Q19 short answer
What is the contribution of Annie Besant towards India’s Freedom Struggle ?

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Q20 short answer
Write a short note on Deccan Plateau.

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Q21 short answer
Name the four distinct Seasons of India.

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Q22 short answer
State the types of agriculture practices in India.

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Q23 short answer
Mention the major islands of Tamil Nadu.

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Q24 short answer
Name the important multipurpose projects of Tamil Nadu.

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Q25 short answer
What is the original Jurisdiction of the High Court ?

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Q26 short answer
Name the architects of the Non-Aligned Movement.

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Q27 short answer
Define food security according to FAO.

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Q28 short answer
What do you know about ‘Startup India Scheme’ ?

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Q29 short answer
Fill in the blanks. (i)Kattabomman was hanged to death at __________. (ii)Gandhi regarded __________ as his political guru. (iii)__________ is the Tamil Nadu State animal. (iv)Fundamental duties have been given to the citizen of India under Article __________. (v)Secondary sector is otherwise called as __________.

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Q30 short answer
Highlight the provisions of the Treaty of Versailles relating to Germany.

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Q31 short answer
Analyze the effects of the World War II.

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Q32 short answer
Distinguish between : (i)North east monsoon and South west monsoon (ii)Renewable and non-renewable resources (b)Give reason : Mountains are cooler than the plains.

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Q33 long answer
Write an essay on the role played by the 19th century reformers towards the cause of women.

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Q34 long answer
Give an account on the peninsular rivers of India.

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Q35 long answer
State any five types of soil in India and explain the characteristics and distribution of soil.

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Q36 long answer
Explain the different modes of transport available in Tamil Nadu.

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Q37 long answer
What are the duties and functions of Prime Minister of India ?

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Q38 long answer
Explain the salient features of the Constitution of India.

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Q39 long answer
Explain various terms associated with measuring of National Income.

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Q40 long answer
What is tax ? Explain its various types.

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