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Karnataka SSLC 10th Social Science Question Paper 2022

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
The one who became the Peshwa after the First Anglo-Maratha War was
  • A. Narayana Rao
  • B. Madhav Rao II
  • C. Nana Phadnavis
  • D. Raghunath Rao.
Correct Answer: B — Solution

Madhav Rao II became the Peshwa after the First Anglo-Maratha War (ended by the Treaty of Salbai in 1782). Narayana Rao was his predecessor. Nana Phadnavis was a prominent Maratha statesman who supported Madhav Rao II, and Raghunath Rao was a claimant whose ambitions triggered the conflict.

Q2 mcq 1 mark
The Drain Theory was explained by
  • A. Dadabhai Naoroji
  • B. Mahatma Gandhi
  • C. A. O. Hume
  • D. Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
Correct Answer: A — Solution

Dadabhai Naoroji, often called the Grand Old Man of India, propounded the Drain Theory in his work 'Poverty and Un-British Rule in India', explaining how India's wealth was being systematically drained to Britain.

Q3 mcq 1 mark
The country that adopted Non-Aligned Policy in its Foreign policy is
  • A. America
  • B. Russia
  • C. China
  • D. India.
Correct Answer: D — Solution

India, under the leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru, became a pioneer in adopting the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) policy, choosing not to join either the American or the Soviet bloc during the Cold War.

Q4 mcq 1 mark
Annamalai Wild Life Sanctuary is in the state of
  • A. Karnataka
  • B. Kerala
  • C. Tamil Nadu
  • D. Telangana.
Correct Answer: C — Solution

Annamalai Wild Life Sanctuary (also known as Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary) is located in the Annamalai mountain range in the state of Tamil Nadu.

Q5 mcq 1 mark
The value of goods and services produced in a country in one year is called as
  • A. Per capita income
  • B. Development
  • C. National Income
  • D. Human Development Index.
Correct Answer: C — Solution

National Income represents the total monetary value of all finished goods and services produced within a country's borders during a specific period, typically one year. Per capita income is the average income per person, while HDI measures development beyond just income.

Q6 mcq 1 mark
In India, the Consumer Protection Act came into force in the year
  • A. 1962
  • B. 1968
  • C. 1976
  • D. 1986.

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Q7 mcq 1 mark
An important women movement is
  • A. Alcohol prohibition movement
  • B. Untouchability prevention movement
  • C. Labour movement
  • D. Farmer’s movement.

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Q8 mcq 1 mark
The best example for labour without pay is
  • A. Road side business
  • B. Painting for self satisfaction
  • C. Working in industries
  • D. Working in schools as teachers.

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Q9 short answer 1 mark
Why is March 15, 1962 an important day in the history of World Consumers’ movement ?

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Q10 short answer 1 mark
Why are the Tropical Deciduous Forests known as ‘Monsoon Forests’ ?

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Q11 short answer 1 mark
What was the important effect of Chipko Movement ?

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Q12 short answer 1 mark
What is the reason for high temperature in India during summer season ?

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Q13 short answer 1 mark
Who implemented the Subsidiary Alliance ?

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Q14 short answer 1 mark
Which treaty ended the II Anglo-Mysore War ?

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Q15 short answer 1 mark
Which neighbouring country invaded India in 1962 ?

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Q16 short answer 1 mark
Who said that “The true development of India is the development of its villages” ?

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Q17 short answer 2 marks
Mention the results of the Battle of Buxar.

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Q18 short answer 2 marks
How was Goa liberated from the Portuguese in 1961 ?

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Q19 short answer 2 marks
Which factors have influenced on the Foreign policy of India ?

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Q20 short answer 2 marks
What were the major problems that emerged after World War II ?

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Q20 short answer 2 marks
List out the challenges faced by unorganized sector workers.

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Q21 short answer 2 marks
Which are the main physiographic divisions of India ?

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Q22 short answer 2 marks
List out the important Environmental movements.

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Q22 short answer 2 marks
What are the causes for soil erosion ?

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Q23 short answer 2 marks
Mention the objectives of economic development.

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Q24 short answer 2 marks
Which are the types of Bank Account ?

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Q25 long answer 3 marks
How did the British Education impact on Indians ?

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Q26 long answer 3 marks
What are the aims of Arya Samaj ?

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Q27 long answer 3 marks
‘The revolt of 1857 failed due to various reasons.’ Explain.

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Q28 long answer 3 marks
How did Sangoli Rayanna fight against the British ?

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Q28 long answer 3 marks
Explain India’s relationship with Russia.

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Q29 long answer 3 marks
What are the measures taken by independent India to eradicate untouchability ?

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Q30 long answer 3 marks
What are the factors that influence the localization of industries ?

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Q31 long answer 3 marks
What are the effects of floods ?

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Q32 short answer 3 marks
What are the causes for the changes in the supply of factors of production ?

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Q33 short answer 3 marks
Mention the functions of bank.

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Q34 long answer 3 marks
Explain the importance of transport in the development of a country.

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Q34 long answer 4 marks
Explain the role of Subhash Chandra Bose in Indian National struggle.

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Q35 long answer 4 marks
Explain the various tribal revolts in Indian independence struggle.

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Q36 long answer 4 marks
What are the measures taken by the government to improve the status of women ?

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Q37 short answer 3 marks
What are the key features of the Panchayat Raj System ?

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Q37 long answer 4 marks
List out the various types of agriculture practised in India.

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Q38 short answer 5 marks
Draw an outline map of India and mark the following : a) $82\frac{1}{2}^{\circ}$ E. Longitude b) River Narmada c) New Mangaluru Port d) Bhakra-Nangal project.

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Q39 short answer 3 marks
Mention the characteristics of an entrepreneur.

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Q42 long answer 4 marks
Explain the role of Radicals in Indian National Movement.

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Q46 short answer 5 marks
Mention the main aims of the Multipurpose River Valley projects.

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