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Important Questions Class 10 Social Science – Geography

2016

Short Answer Type Question [3 Marks]

Question 1.
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for the fast development.’ Express your views in favour of this statement.
Answer:
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for fast development because:

the movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
it allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
the development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long distances and thus reduced cost.
immediate relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Question 2.
‘Roadways still have an edge over railways in India.’ Support the statement with arguments.
Answer:
Roadways still have an edge over railways in India in the following ways.

Roads are cheaper than railways and are easier to construct and maintain.
Roads provide door-to-door service, therefore the cost of loading and unloading
is much less.
Road transport is used as a feeder to other means of transport, i.e. it is a link between railway stations, airports and seaports.
Roads can traverse more dissected and undulating topography.
It can negotiate higher gradients of slopes and can traverse mountains.
Roads are economical is transporting few number of people and smaller amount of goods over short distances.

Question 3.
Classify communication services into two categories. Explain main features of each.
Answer:
Communication services can be classified into two categories—personal communication and mass commuication.
Main features of personal communication:

It is the communication between person to person. In this communication, only personal messages are exchanged.
Personal communication is done through mobile phones, letters, e-mails, post cards, etc.
Main features of mass communication:
It is the communication among masses. It provides entertainment as well as awareness about various national programmes.
Mass communication is done through radio, television, newspapers, magazines, books, films, etc.

Question 4.
Explain with examples the conditions responsible for uneven distribution pattern of the railway network in India.
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven distribution pattern of the railway network in India.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

Question 5.
Why is air travel more popular in the north-eastern states of India? Explain
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of the following reasons.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport.

Question 6.
Define the term tourism. Why is tourism known as a trade? Explain
Answer:
Tourism means an activity of visiting places, especially in foreign countries for pleasure.
Tourism is known as a trade because of the following reasons.

Foreign tourist’s arrivals have increased over the years. 5.78 million foreign tourists visited India in 2010. It contributed ? 64,889 crores as foreign exchange in the year 2010.
More than 15 million people are directly engaged in tourism industry.
It helps in the development of Indian handicrafts and other economic activities.
Foreign tourist visits India for business tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism, eco tourism, heritage tourism, etc.

Question 7.
Explain any five major problems faced by road transport in India
Answer:
The major problems faced by road transport in India are as follows.

The road network is inadequate when volume of traffic and passengers are taken into consideration.
Nearly half of the roads are unmetalled and it limits their usage during the rainy season.
Roadways are highly congested in the cities, with frequent traffic jams.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.
The national highways are inadequate too.

2015

Very Short Answer Type Questions [ 1 Mark]

Question 8.
What is the major objectiw to develop Super Highways?
Answer:
The main objective to develop Super Highways is to reduce the time and distance
between the four mega cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata with the development of fast and uninterrupted traffic along six lanes between these cities.

Question 9.
Why was the Haldia seaport set up?
Answer:
Haldia seaport was set up to decongest the port of Kolkata as a subsidiary port.

Question 10.
Why was Jawaharlal Nehru port developed?
Answer:
Jawaharlal Nehru port is a subsidiary port mainly developed to decongest the
port of Mumbai and serve as a hub port for this region.

Question 11.
Explain the importance of railways as the principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers in India.
Answer:
Railways are the principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers in India in the following ways.

Railways have contributed to the development of multifarious activities like business, sightseeing, pilgrimage and tourism along with the transportation of goods over long distance.
It is an important means of transport for long distance travel with ease.
It has binded the economic life of the country that has accelarated the development of agriculture and industry by carrying the raw materials to the industries and distribution of finished goods to the consuming markets.

Question 12.
Describe any three features of waterways in India.
Answer:
The three features of waterways are as follows.

They are the cheapest means of transport for carrying heavy and bulky goods.
They are fuel efficient.
They are an eco-friendly mode of transport, however the slowest means of transport.

Question 13.
Describe the significance of tourism as a trade in India.
Answer:
Tourism means an activity of visiting places, especially in foreign countries for pleasure.
Tourism is known as a trade because of the following reasons.

Foreign tourist’s arrivals have increased over the years. 5.78 million foreign tourists visited India in 2010. It contributed ? 64,889 crores as foreign exchange in the year 2010.
More than 15 million people are directly engaged in tourism industry.
It helps in the development of Indian handicrafts and other economic activities.
Foreign tourist visits India for business tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism, eco tourism, heritage tourism, etc.

Question 14.
Why is a dense and efficient network of transport and communication a
prerequisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today? Give your opinion.
Answer:
Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a pre-requisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today because of the following reasons.

We use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over three domains of earth.
Today the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast-moving transport.
Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication system.
Therefore transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
Today, India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity, linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.

Question 15.
Describe the major problems faced by the road transport in India.
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:

In terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
About half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
The number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
The roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Question 16.
Analyse the physiographic and economic factors that have influenced the distribution pattern of the railway network in our country.
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven distribution pattern of the railway network in India.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

Question 17.
‘Road transport and rail transport in India are not competitive but complementary
to each other.’ Justify the statement.
Answer:
The statement road transport and rail transport in India are not competitive but complementary to each other can be justified in the following ways.

Road transport is more suitable for short distances whereas rail transport is more suitable for long distances.
Road transport is economical in transportation of few persons and relatively smaller amount of goods over short distances whereas rail transport is more suitable for large number of people and heavy goods.
Road transport is beneficial for perishable goods to be carried by roads in short period of time whereas non-perishable and bulky are transported by railways for a longer distances.
Road transport increases the efficiency of railways.
Road transport links the rural areas with railway stations.
The deficiency of railways is compensated by road transport.

2014

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 18.
How do means of transport and communication play an important role in the economic development of the country? Explain.
Answer:
Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a pre-requisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today because of the following reasons.

We use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over three domains of earth.
Today the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast-moving transport.
Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication system.
Therefore transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
Today, India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity, linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.

Question 19.
Mention the six mail channels introduced recently to facilitate quick delivery of mails.
Answer:
The following are the six mail channels.

Rajdhani Channel
Metro Channel
Green Channel
Business Channel
Bulk Mail Channel
Periodical Channel

Question 20.
20. Why is air travel preferred in the north-eastern states of India? Explain
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of the following reasons.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport

Question 21.
Give reasons for which foreign tourists visit India.
Answer:
Foreign tourists visit India due to the following reasons.

India has been an excellent place for heritage tourism. It is rich in culture and ethnicity.
Many tourists come here for adventure in the mountainous regions of Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand, etc.
Southern India provides excellent opportunities for medical tourism, which attracts tourists from the world.

Question 22.
Why are efficient means of transport pre-requisites for the fast development of the country? Explain.
Answer:
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for fast development because:

the movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
it allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
the development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long distances and thus reduced cost.
immediate relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.

Question 23.
Why is the distribution of roads not uniform in India? Explain with examples.
Answer:
The distribution of roads is not uniform in India because of the following reasons.

India has vast and diverse relief features with high mountains and plateaus which restrict construction of roads in many area.
India is a land of rivers with dissected tributaries. It is not possible to lay roads in these areas where the rivers often create havoc during floods.
Keeping in view the low volume of passengers and traffic, it is not economical to lay roads in such areas.

Question 24.
How does transport play an important role in the economic development of a country? Explain with examples.
Answer:
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for fast development because:

the movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
it allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
the development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long distances and thus reduced cost.
immediate relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Question 25.
‘Advancement of international trade of a country is an index to its prosperity.’
Support the statement with suitable examples.
Answer:
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its economic prosperity. The following points can justify the statement.

No country can survive without international trade because resources are space bound.
Advancement of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
It is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
International trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to compete.

Question 26.
‘Indian railways binds the economic life of the country as well as accelerates the development of industry and agriculture.’ Justify the statement.
Answer:
They are principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers. They help in multifarious ways like business, sightseeing, along with transportation of goods over long distances.

Economic development of a region depends upon the dense network of rail transport.
They link areas of production with that of consumption, agriculture with industry and village with towns and cities.
They help in industrial development by assemblage of raw materials and distribution of finished goods.
They help in regional development.
Railways help in the development of all the three sectors of the economy— primary, secondary and tertiary.

2013

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks

Question 27.
How are the means of transport and communication complementary to each other? Explain with three examples.
Answer:
Means of transport and communication are complementary to each other in the following ways:

Transport and communication provide basic infrastructure for each other to
carry on their process.
They create possibilities for investment to upgrade and expand their services.
Communication has widened the horizons of trade far and wide.
Transport had limited access earlier. With the advancement of science and technology the world has converted into a large village. Communication has widened the scope of transportation even in the remote areas.

Question 28.
‘The distribution pattern of Indian railway network is influenced by the physiographic factors.’ Examine the statement.
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven distribution pattern of the railway network in India.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

Question 29.
Why is air travel preferred in the north-eastern states of India? Explain any three reasons.
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of the following reasons.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport.

Question 30.
How can you help the Indian Railways to run the trains as per schedule? Explain.
Answer:
We can help the Indian Railways to run the trains as per schedule by:

keeping the trains tracks clean, clear and well maintained.
avoiding the pulling of chains for unnecessary reasons.
avoiding the damage done to the railway property.

Question 31.
Describe any five major problems faced by road transport in India
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:

In terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
About half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
The number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
The roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.

Question 32.
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its econoniic prosperity.’ Justify the statement with five arguments
Answer:
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its economic prosperity. The following points can justify the statement.

No country can survive without international trade because resources are space bound.
Advancement of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
It is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
International trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to compete.

Question 33.
‘Roadways have an edge over railways in India.’ Justify the statement with fite
arguments.
Answer:
Roadways still have an edge over railways in India in the following ways.

Roads are cheaper than railways and are easier to construct and maintain.
Roads provide door-to-door service, therefore the cost of loading and unloading
is much less.
Road transport is used as a feeder to other means of transport, i.e. it is a link between railway stations, airports and seaports.
Roads can traverse more dissected and undulating topography.
It can negotiate higher gradients of slopes and can traverse mountains.
Roads are economical is transporting few number of people and smaller amount of goods over short distances.

Question 34.
What are the means of communication? How do they create awareness ahjong the masses and integrate the people? Explain with four examples.
Answer:
Communication refers to conveying of messages and ideas between individuals or to the masses. The means of mass communication are radio, television, media and films.
They create awareness among the mass and integrated the people in the following ways.

Every day at regular intervals, we hear or watch the news on the radio and television. News are given on variety of subjects and topics and people come to know what is happening in the society, politics and economy.
Newspaper also gives news on variety of subjects like politics, society, financial, sports and international. The news are given in details (of the day before). They also carry advertisements.
India is the largest producer of feature films in the world. It produces short films, feature films and video short films.
Means of communication also integrate the people. If we see about any unforeseen calamity on the television or read about it in the newspaper, the country stands united to help the victims.

Question 35.
How is road transport more advantageous than other means of transport for short distances? Explain with five suitable examples.
Answer:

Road transport is economical in transportation of few people and smaller amount of goods. It reduces cost.
Road transport do not need a station or a port (sea port and air port). It can cover short distances easily and quickly.
There are a large variety of vehicles on the roads, carrying one, two or more than sixty persons. They can negotiate traffic jams.
They provide door to door service.
Road transport like rickshaws, bicycles, autos and scooters can negotiate the narrow and congested lanes and by-lanes and carry people and goods.

2012

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 36.
Explain the improvements made by the Indian railways in its functioning.
Answer:
Improvements made by Indian railways in its functioning are:

Construction of new railway lines and extension of additional routes along certain routes.
Electrification of railway network.
Introduction of super fast trains like Shatabadi, Rajdhani, etc.
Computerised reservation of booking and cancellation of tickets.

Question 37.
Explain three reasons for dense railway network in the North Indian plains.
Answer:
North Indian Plains have a dense network of railway because of the following reasons.

Vast level land that is topographically suitable for laying railway lines.
High population density makes it economical to operate.
Rich agricultural resources in the plains require network of railways to sustain economy.

Question 38.
“Advancement of international trade of a country is an index to its economic prosperity.” Support the statement with three arguments.
Answer:
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its economic prosperity. The following points can justify the statement.

No country can survive without international trade because resources are space bound.
Advancement of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
It is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
International trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to compete.

Long Answer Type Questions [4/5 Marks]

Question 39.
‘Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a prerequisite for national and international trade’. Support the statement with four arguments.
Answer:
Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a pre-requisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today because of the following reasons.

We use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over three domains of earth.
Today the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast-moving transport.
Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication system.
Therefore transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
Today, India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity, linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.

Question 40.
Mention any four merits and any two demerits of air transport
Answer:
Merits of air transport are:

Most comfortable
Fastest means of transport
Covers long stretches of mountains, deserts, thick forests and oceanic stretches with great ease.
Helicopters can land and take off from any place.

Demerits of air transport are:

Very expensive
It is often affected by weather phenomenon like fog and strong currents in upper atmosphere.

2011

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 41.
Explain the importance of air transport in India giving four points.
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of the following reasons.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport.

Question 42.
Mention any two inland waterways of India. Write three characteristics of each.
Answer:
The two inland waterways of India are:

The Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri.
The West-Coast Canal in Kerala

The characteristics of Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri are:

The waterway is 891 km long on river Brahmaputra.
Long cruise tourist vessels make voyages between Sivsagar near Dibrugarh and Manas wildlife sanctuary near Jogighopa continuously. Thus, making it a commercially beneficial proposition.
Border security force deployed on this inland prove to be an important base for defence of the country.

The characteristics of West-Coast Canal in Kerala are:

The stretch is 205 km long of the canals of Kerala. .
The waterway provides 24 hours navigation facility in the entire stretch.
The backwaters of Kerala prove to be cheap means of transport attracting tourists.

Question 43.
How has the distribution pattern of the Railway network in the country been largely influenced by physiographic and economic factors? Explain with examples
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven distribution pattern of the railway network in India.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

2010

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 44.
Write any four characteristics of Kandla sea port.
Answer:
The following are the characteristics of the Kandla sea port:

It is a tidal port.
It was the first port developed soon after the Independence of India in Kuchchh.
It was developed to ease the volume of trade from Mumbai port after the loss of Karachi port to Pakistan after the Partition in 1947.
It caters to the convenient handling of imports and exports of granary and industrial belt spreading from states like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Question 45.
Explain any four merits of pipeline transport in India.
Answer:
The following are the merits of pipeline transport in India:

Solids (when converted into slurry), liquids and gases can be transported through pipelines.
Initial cost of laying pipelines is high but subsequent running costs are minimal.
Trans-shipment of losses and delays are ruled out.
It is economical to transport petroleum, natural gas, ferlilizers to interior places of the country.

Question 46.
What is the meaning of road density? Describe any three major problems faced by road transportation in India.
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:

In terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
About half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
The number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
The roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.

Question 47.
What is the importance of railway transport? Describe any three major problems
faced by Indian Railways.
Answer:
The following are the major problems faced by the Indian Railways:

Passengers travel without ticket.
Thefts and damages of railways property.
Unnecessary chain pulling by the passengers cause delays.

Question 48.
Describe any four features of Indian tourism as a trade.
Answer:
Following are the features of Indian tourism as a trade:

Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades with the bumper increase in foreign tourists.
It provides employment and financial support to local handicrafts and cultural pursuits.
India has become a popular destination for heritage, adventure, medical and business tourism.
Indian tourism has achieved the status of maximum foreign exchange

MAP QUESTIONS

Question 49.
On the given map of India locate and label the following with appropriate symbols:
(l) Ttlticorin-Major seaport
(ii) Kochi-Major seaport
(iii) Kandla-Major seaport
(iv) Raja Sansi International airport or Amritsar International Airport
(v) New Mangalore-Major seaport
(vi) Paradip-Seaport
(vii) Vishakhapatnam-Major seaport
(viii) Chennai/Madras
Answer:
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Question 50.
Some features are marked on the given political map of India, with the help of following information and write their correct lines marked in the maps.
(i) Terminal station of North-South Corridor
(ii) Terminal station of East-West Corridor
(ill) The terminal station of North-South Corridor
(iv) Terminal station of East-West Corridor
(v) Terminal station of NH7
(vi) Terminal station of NH7
(vii) International Airport
(viii) Major seaport
(ix) Terminal station of NH7
(x) Terminal station of NH1
Answer:
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Important Questions Class 10 Social Science – Geography

2016

Short Answer Type Question [3 Marks]

the movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
it allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
the development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long distances and thus reduced cost.
immediate relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Roads are cheaper than railways and are easier to construct and maintain.
Roads provide door-to-door service, therefore the cost of loading and unloading
is much less.
Road transport is used as a feeder to other means of transport, i.e. it is a link between railway stations, airports and seaports.
Roads can traverse more dissected and undulating topography.
It can negotiate higher gradients of slopes and can traverse mountains.
Roads are economical is transporting few number of people and smaller amount of goods over short distances.

It is the communication between person to person. In this communication, only personal messages are exchanged.
Personal communication is done through mobile phones, letters, e-mails, post cards, etc.
Main features of mass communication:
It is the communication among masses. It provides entertainment as well as awareness about various national programmes.
Mass communication is done through radio, television, newspapers, magazines, books, films, etc.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport.

Foreign tourist’s arrivals have increased over the years. 5.78 million foreign tourists visited India in 2010. It contributed ? 64,889 crores as foreign exchange in the year 2010.
More than 15 million people are directly engaged in tourism industry.
It helps in the development of Indian handicrafts and other economic activities.
Foreign tourist visits India for business tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism, eco tourism, heritage tourism, etc.

Question 7.
Explain any five major problems faced by road transport in India
Answer:
The major problems faced by road transport in India are as follows.

The road network is inadequate when volume of traffic and passengers are taken into consideration.
Nearly half of the roads are unmetalled and it limits their usage during the rainy season.
Roadways are highly congested in the cities, with frequent traffic jams.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.
The national highways are inadequate too.

2015

Very Short Answer Type Questions [ 1 Mark]

Question 9.
Why was the Haldia seaport set up?
Answer:
Haldia seaport was set up to decongest the port of Kolkata as a subsidiary port.

Railways have contributed to the development of multifarious activities like business, sightseeing, pilgrimage and tourism along with the transportation of goods over long distance.
It is an important means of transport for long distance travel with ease.
It has binded the economic life of the country that has accelarated the development of agriculture and industry by carrying the raw materials to the industries and distribution of finished goods to the consuming markets.

Question 12.
Describe any three features of waterways in India.
Answer:
The three features of waterways are as follows.

They are the cheapest means of transport for carrying heavy and bulky goods.
They are fuel efficient.
They are an eco-friendly mode of transport, however the slowest means of transport.

Foreign tourist’s arrivals have increased over the years. 5.78 million foreign tourists visited India in 2010. It contributed ? 64,889 crores as foreign exchange in the year 2010.
More than 15 million people are directly engaged in tourism industry.
It helps in the development of Indian handicrafts and other economic activities.
Foreign tourist visits India for business tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism, eco tourism, heritage tourism, etc.

We use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over three domains of earth.
Today the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast-moving transport.
Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication system.
Therefore transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
Today, India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity, linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.

Question 15.
Describe the major problems faced by the road transport in India.
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:

In terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
About half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
The number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
The roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

Road transport is more suitable for short distances whereas rail transport is more suitable for long distances.
Road transport is economical in transportation of few persons and relatively smaller amount of goods over short distances whereas rail transport is more suitable for large number of people and heavy goods.
Road transport is beneficial for perishable goods to be carried by roads in short period of time whereas non-perishable and bulky are transported by railways for a longer distances.
Road transport increases the efficiency of railways.
Road transport links the rural areas with railway stations.
The deficiency of railways is compensated by road transport.

2014

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

We use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over three domains of earth.
Today the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast-moving transport.
Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication system.
Therefore transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
Today, India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity, linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.

Question 19.
Mention the six mail channels introduced recently to facilitate quick delivery of mails.
Answer:
The following are the six mail channels.

Rajdhani Channel
Metro Channel
Green Channel
Business Channel
Bulk Mail Channel
Periodical Channel

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport

Question 21.
Give reasons for which foreign tourists visit India.
Answer:
Foreign tourists visit India due to the following reasons.

India has been an excellent place for heritage tourism. It is rich in culture and ethnicity.
Many tourists come here for adventure in the mountainous regions of Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand, etc.
Southern India provides excellent opportunities for medical tourism, which attracts tourists from the world.

the movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
it allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
the development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long distances and thus reduced cost.
immediate relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.

Question 23.
Why is the distribution of roads not uniform in India? Explain with examples.
Answer:
The distribution of roads is not uniform in India because of the following reasons.

India has vast and diverse relief features with high mountains and plateaus which restrict construction of roads in many area.
India is a land of rivers with dissected tributaries. It is not possible to lay roads in these areas where the rivers often create havoc during floods.
Keeping in view the low volume of passengers and traffic, it is not economical to lay roads in such areas.

the movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
it allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
the development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long distances and thus reduced cost.
immediate relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

No country can survive without international trade because resources are space bound.
Advancement of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
It is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
International trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to compete.

Economic development of a region depends upon the dense network of rail transport.
They link areas of production with that of consumption, agriculture with industry and village with towns and cities.
They help in industrial development by assemblage of raw materials and distribution of finished goods.
They help in regional development.
Railways help in the development of all the three sectors of the economy— primary, secondary and tertiary.

2013

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks

Transport and communication provide basic infrastructure for each other to
carry on their process.
They create possibilities for investment to upgrade and expand their services.
Communication has widened the horizons of trade far and wide.
Transport had limited access earlier. With the advancement of science and technology the world has converted into a large village. Communication has widened the scope of transportation even in the remote areas.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport.

Question 30.
How can you help the Indian Railways to run the trains as per schedule? Explain.
Answer:
We can help the Indian Railways to run the trains as per schedule by:

keeping the trains tracks clean, clear and well maintained.
avoiding the pulling of chains for unnecessary reasons.
avoiding the damage done to the railway property.

Question 31.
Describe any five major problems faced by road transport in India
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:

In terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
About half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
The number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
The roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.

No country can survive without international trade because resources are space bound.
Advancement of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
It is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
International trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to compete.

Roads are cheaper than railways and are easier to construct and maintain.
Roads provide door-to-door service, therefore the cost of loading and unloading
is much less.
Road transport is used as a feeder to other means of transport, i.e. it is a link between railway stations, airports and seaports.
Roads can traverse more dissected and undulating topography.
It can negotiate higher gradients of slopes and can traverse mountains.
Roads are economical is transporting few number of people and smaller amount of goods over short distances.

Every day at regular intervals, we hear or watch the news on the radio and television. News are given on variety of subjects and topics and people come to know what is happening in the society, politics and economy.
Newspaper also gives news on variety of subjects like politics, society, financial, sports and international. The news are given in details (of the day before). They also carry advertisements.
India is the largest producer of feature films in the world. It produces short films, feature films and video short films.
Means of communication also integrate the people. If we see about any unforeseen calamity on the television or read about it in the newspaper, the country stands united to help the victims.

Question 35.
How is road transport more advantageous than other means of transport for short distances? Explain with five suitable examples.
Answer:

Road transport is economical in transportation of few people and smaller amount of goods. It reduces cost.
Road transport do not need a station or a port (sea port and air port). It can cover short distances easily and quickly.
There are a large variety of vehicles on the roads, carrying one, two or more than sixty persons. They can negotiate traffic jams.
They provide door to door service.
Road transport like rickshaws, bicycles, autos and scooters can negotiate the narrow and congested lanes and by-lanes and carry people and goods.

2012

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 36.
Explain the improvements made by the Indian railways in its functioning.
Answer:
Improvements made by Indian railways in its functioning are:

Construction of new railway lines and extension of additional routes along certain routes.
Electrification of railway network.
Introduction of super fast trains like Shatabadi, Rajdhani, etc.
Computerised reservation of booking and cancellation of tickets.

Question 37.
Explain three reasons for dense railway network in the North Indian plains.
Answer:
North Indian Plains have a dense network of railway because of the following reasons.

Vast level land that is topographically suitable for laying railway lines.
High population density makes it economical to operate.
Rich agricultural resources in the plains require network of railways to sustain economy.

No country can survive without international trade because resources are space bound.
Advancement of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
It is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
International trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to compete.

Long Answer Type Questions [4/5 Marks]

We use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over three domains of earth.
Today the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and fast-moving transport.
Transport has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication system.
Therefore transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
Today, India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity, linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.

Question 40.
Mention any four merits and any two demerits of air transport
Answer:
Merits of air transport are:

Most comfortable
Fastest means of transport
Covers long stretches of mountains, deserts, thick forests and oceanic stretches with great ease.
Helicopters can land and take off from any place.

Demerits of air transport are:

Very expensive
It is often affected by weather phenomenon like fog and strong currents in upper atmosphere.

2011

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 41.
Explain the importance of air transport in India giving four points.
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of the following reasons.

North eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where other means of transport cannot be laid.
It is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area through other means of transport other than air.
The entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
This area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
It has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only through air transport.

Question 42.
Mention any two inland waterways of India. Write three characteristics of each.
Answer:
The two inland waterways of India are:

The Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri.
The West-Coast Canal in Kerala

The characteristics of Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri are:

The waterway is 891 km long on river Brahmaputra.
Long cruise tourist vessels make voyages between Sivsagar near Dibrugarh and Manas wildlife sanctuary near Jogighopa continuously. Thus, making it a commercially beneficial proposition.
Border security force deployed on this inland prove to be an important base for defence of the country.

The characteristics of West-Coast Canal in Kerala are:

The stretch is 205 km long of the canals of Kerala. .
The waterway provides 24 hours navigation facility in the entire stretch.
The backwaters of Kerala prove to be cheap means of transport attracting tourists.

The northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land, agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers which poses some difficulties.
In the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
The Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities.
In the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways is difficult and expensive.
Recently, the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.

2010

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 44.
Write any four characteristics of Kandla sea port.
Answer:
The following are the characteristics of the Kandla sea port:

It is a tidal port.
It was the first port developed soon after the Independence of India in Kuchchh.
It was developed to ease the volume of trade from Mumbai port after the loss of Karachi port to Pakistan after the Partition in 1947.
It caters to the convenient handling of imports and exports of granary and industrial belt spreading from states like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Question 45.
Explain any four merits of pipeline transport in India.
Answer:
The following are the merits of pipeline transport in India:

Solids (when converted into slurry), liquids and gases can be transported through pipelines.
Initial cost of laying pipelines is high but subsequent running costs are minimal.
Trans-shipment of losses and delays are ruled out.
It is economical to transport petroleum, natural gas, ferlilizers to interior places of the country.

Question 46.
What is the meaning of road density? Describe any three major problems faced by road transportation in India.
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:

In terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
About half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
The number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
The roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
Most of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.

Passengers travel without ticket.
Thefts and damages of railways property.
Unnecessary chain pulling by the passengers cause delays.

Question 48.
Describe any four features of Indian tourism as a trade.
Answer:
Following are the features of Indian tourism as a trade:

Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades with the bumper increase in foreign tourists.
It provides employment and financial support to local handicrafts and cultural pursuits.
India has become a popular destination for heritage, adventure, medical and business tourism.
Indian tourism has achieved the status of maximum foreign exchange

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Minerals and Energy Resources Chapter Wise Important Questions Class 10 Social Science – Geography

2016

Very Short Answer Type Questions [1 Mark]

Question 1.
Why is there a wide range of colours, hardness, crystal forms, lustre and density
found in minerals?
Answer:
A wide range of colours, hardness, crystal forms, lusture and density is found in minerals because a particular mineral is formed from a certain combination of elements and depends upon the physical and chemical conditions under which the material forms.

Question 2.
How do minerals occur in igneous and metamorphic rocks?
Answer:
In igneous and metamorphic rocks minerals occur in the cracks, crevices, faults
or joints. The smaller occurrences are called veins and the larger ones are called lodes.

Question 3.
How do minerals occur in sedimentary rocks?
Answer:
In sedimentary rocks, minerals occur in beds or layers. They are deposited in
horizontal stratas.

Question 4.
Why should the use of cattle cake as fuel be discouraged?
Answer:
The use of cattle cake as fuel should be discouraged because huge loss of trees
will be there when we burn cattle cake and use it as source of fuel. It must be consumed in biogas plants for its effective usage.

Question 5.
How are gobar gas plants beneficial to the farmers?
Answer:
Gobar gas plants are beneficial to the farmers because they provide energy and
improved quality of manure.

Question 6.
Why does aluminum metal have great importance?
Answer:
Aluminium metal has great importance because it combines the strength of metals
such as iron, with extreme lightness and also with good conductivity and great malleability. It can be used as a substitute for steel.

Question 7.
How is iron ore transported from Kudremukh mines to a port near Mangalore?
Answer:
From Kudremukh mines to a port near Mangalore, the iron ore is transported as slurry through a pipeline.

Question 8.
How does mining affect the health of miners?
Answer:
Mining produces dust and noxious fumes, which are inhaled by the miners. It
makes them vulnerable to pulmonary diseases.

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 9.
‘Consumption of energy in all forms has been rising all over the country. There is an urgent need to develop a sustainable path of energy development and energy saving.’ Suggest and explain any three measures to solve this burning problem.
Answer:
The following are the measures to solve this burning problem.

We should use public transport instead of personal vehicles as much as possible.
We should switch off electricity when not in use.
We should switch to power-saving devices.
We should keep our power equipment well maintained.
Above all, use of non-conventional sources of energy would be of great help in overcoming the problem.

Question 10.
‘There is a pressing need to use renewable energy resources.’ Justify the statement with suitable arguments.
Answer:
The given statement can be justified by the following arguments.

Increased consumption of energy resources has increased our dependence on fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.
There are uncertainties about the energy supplies in future because of their potential shortages.
Use of non-renewable sources have serious consequences on the growth of national economy as they are getting expensive day by day.
Above all, non-renewable sources pose a great threat in the form of pollution and other environmental issues.
Solar, wind, tide, biomass and energy from waste material can thus, be proved advantageous in long run.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Question 11.
Highlight the importance of petroleum.Explain the occurrence of petroleum in India.
Answer:
The importance of petroleum is as follows:

It provides fuel for heating and lighting.
It provides lubricants for machinery and raw materials for many manufacturing industries.
Petroleum refineries act as a ‘nodal industry’ for synthetic textiles, fertiliser and chemical industries. (any two)

The occurrence of petroleum in India:

Most of the petroleum in India is found in anticlines and fault traps in the rock formations of the tertiary age.
In regions of folding, anticlines or domes, it occurs where oil is trapped in the crest of the upfold.
The oil-bearing layer is porous limestone or sandstone through which oil may flow. The oil is prevented from sinking or rising by intervening non-porous layers.

Question 12.
Explain the importance of conservation of minerals. Highlight any three measures to conserve them.
Answer:
Minerals conservation is essential because:

Minerals are non-renewable or finite in nature.
The rate of formation of minerals is very slow in comparison to the rate of consumption. The geological processes of mineral formation takes place over millions of years.
They are valuable and short-lived possessions of a country. Continued extraction leads to increasing costs as they are taken from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

The following are the three methods of conserving minerals.

Minerals have to be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
Improved technologies should be evolved to make use of low grade ores at low costs.
Recycling of metals, using scrap metals and other substitutes would help in the conservation of minerals.
Using better mining methods will also help to reduce wastage.

Question 13.
‘Minerals are indispensable part of our lives.’ Support the statement with examples.
Answer:
Minerals are indispensable part of our lives. The statement can be supported
giving the following examples.

Almost everything we use, from a tiny pin to a towering building or a big ship, all are made from minerals. The railways lines and the tarmac (paving) of the roads, our implements and machinery too are made of minerals.
Cars, buses, trains, aeroplanes manufactured from minerals are run by power resources derived from the earth.
Even the food we eat contains minerals. Although our minerals intake represents only about 0.3% of our total intake of nutrients, they are so potent and so important that without them we would not be able to utilise the other 99.7% of foodstuffs.
Human beings have used minerals for their livelihood, decoration, festivities, religious and ceremonial sites. In short, all living things need minerals. Life processes cannot occur without minerals.
Minerals like coal, petroleum, etc. are important sources of industrial and domestic energy. It is because of these energy resources that the wheel of development is moving.

2015

Very Short Answer Type Questions [1 Mark]

Question 14.
Which rock consists of single mineral only?
Answer:
Limestone consists of single mineral.

Question 15.
How do minerals occur in sedimentary rocks?
Answer:
Minerals in sedimentary rocks occur in beds or layers. They are accumulated and concentrated in horizontal strata, for example coal.

Question 16.
What are the two types of minerals according to occurrence in igneous and metamorphic rocks?
Answer:
In igneous and metamorphic rocks, minerals may occur in cracks, cervices, faults or joints. The smaller occurrences are called veins while the larger are called lodes.

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 17.
How is the mining activity injurious to the health of the miners and environment? Explain.
Answer:
Mining activity is injurious to the health of miners due to the following reasons.

Inhalation of poisonous gases and dust make them vulnerable to pulmonary diseases.
The risk of collapse of mine roofs may risk the life of miners.
Inundation and fires in coalmines are a constant threat to the miners.

The following points show how mining affects the environment.

It results in contamination of water.
Dumping of waste and slurry leads to degradation of land and soil.
It results in air and water pollution.

Question 18.
In the present day energy crisis, what steps will you like to take for saving energy?
Answer:
We can save the energy by the following ways.

Switching off the electrical appliances when not in use
Use of energy efficient devices like CFC bulbs and appliances
Car pooling or use of public transport instead of private vehicles
Use of alternate sources of energy (non-conventional/renewable sources)

Question 19.
How can solar energy solve the energy problem to some extent in India? Give your opinion.
Answer:
Solar energy can solve the energy problem in India to some extent in the following ways:

India is a tropical country and it has enormous possibilities of tapping solar energy.
It is the cleanest form of energy available free of cost.
It minimises dependence of rural households on firewood and dung cakes.

Question 20.
Describe any three features of ferrous minerals found in India.
Answer:
Three features of ferrous minerals are as follows.

Ferrous minerals account for about three-fourths of the total value of the production of metallic minerals.
They provide the base for the development of metallurgical industries.
India is rich in ferrous minerals and exports substantial quantities after meeting the local demands.

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Question 21.
How can biogas solve the energy problem mainly in rural India? Give your suggestions.
Answer:
Biogas is produced from shrubs, farm waste, animal and human waste mainly for domestic consumption in rural areas. It can solve the energy problem in rural India in the following ways.

Decomposition of organic matter yields gas, which has higher thermal . efficiency than kerosene, dung cake and charcoal.
It provides the farmers with energy and improved quality of manure.
It prevents the loss of trees and manure due to burning of fuel coal and cowdung cakes.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Question 22.
Why is conservation of mineral resources essential? Explain any three methods to conserve them.
Answer:
Minerals conservation is essential because:

Minerals are non-renewable or finite in nature.
The rate of formation of minerals is very slow in comparison to the rate of consumption. The geological processes of mineral formation takes place over millions of years.
They are valuable and short-lived possessions of a country. Continued extraction leads to increasing costs as they are taken from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

The following are the three methods of conserving minerals.

Minerals have to be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
Improved technologies should be evolved to make use of low grade ores at low costs.
Recycling of metals, using scrap metals and other substitutes would help in the conservation of minerals.
Using better mining methods will also help to reduce wastage.

Question 23.
Why is energy needed? How can we conserve energy resources? Explain.
Answer:
Energy is needed for economic development.

It is required for cooking.
It is required to provide heat and light.
It is used for running the machines in industries.
It is used to propel the vehicles.
It is essential for the development of agriculture, industry, transport for commercial and domestic purposes

We can save the energy by the following ways.

Switching off the electrical appliances when not in use
Use of energy efficient devices like CFC bulbs and appliances
Car pooling or use of public transport instead of private vehicles
Use of alternate sources of energy (non-conventional/renewable sources)

Question 24.
Which is the most abundantly available fossil fuel in India? Assess the importance of its different forms.
Answer:
The most abundantly available fossil fuel in India is coal. Coal is used as a domestic
fuel for generation of thermal power and to supply energy to industries.
The following points show the importance of different types of coal.

Lignite: It is a low-grade brown coal, which is soft and has a high moisture content. It is used for generation of electricity.
Bituminous: The most popular variety of commercial and metallurgical coal is bituminous. It is formed due to high temperature deep in the interior. It has a special value in smelting of iron in blast furnaces.
Anthracite: The highest quality of hard coal is known as Anthracite. It has the highest content of carbon and is mainly used for power generation in metallurgy.

2014

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 25.
Why is energy required for all activities? How can energy be generated?
Answer:
Energy is required for all our activities. It is needed to cook, to provide heat and light, to propel vehicles, and to drive machinery.
Energy can be generated from conventional and non-conventional sources. Conventional resources include fire wood, cattle dung cake, fuel minerals like coal, petroleum etc. Non-conventional resources include solar, wind, tidal, atomic energy, etc.

Question 26.
What are the two main ways of generating electricity? How are they different from each other? Explain.
Answer:
Electricity is generated:

by running water which drives hydro turbines to generate hydro electricity.
by burning fuels such as coal, petroleum and natural gas to drive turbines to produce thermal power.
They are different from each other in the sense that hydroelectricity is generated by water, which is a renewable source, whereas thermal electricity is generated using non-renewable fossil fuels.

Question 27.
Name the non-metallic mineral which can split easily into thin sheets. Mention its uses.
Answer:
Mica can easily split into thin sheets. It has excellent di-electric strength, low- power loss factor, insulating properties and resistance to high voltage.
The following are the uses of mica.

It is used in electronics and electric industries as insulators.
It is used in paints.
It is used in toothpaste and cosmetics to give them shiny appearance.

Question 28.
Classify energy resources into two categories. Give two examples of each category.
Answer:
Energy resources can be classified into the following categories.
(a) Conventional sources—firewood, coal and petroleum
(b) Non-conventional sources—Solar energy, wind power and tidal energy

Question 29.
29. Which is the most abundantly available fossil fuel in India? Mention its different forms.
Answer:
The most abundantly available fossil fuel in India is coal. Coal is used as a domestic
fuel for generation of thermal power and to supply energy to industries.
The following points show the importance of different types of coal.

Lignite: It is a low-grade brown coal, which is soft and has a high moisture content. It is used for generation of electricity.
Bituminous: The most popular variety of commercial and metallurgical coal is bituminous. It is formed due to high temperature deep in the interior. It has a special value in smelting of iron in blast furnaces.
Anthracite: The highest quality of hard coal is known as Anthracite. It has the highest content of carbon and is mainly used for power generation in metallurgy.

Question 30.
Explain any three factors affecting the economic viability of a reserve of minerals.
Answer:
Factors affecting the economic viability of a reserve of mineral are:

concentration of mineral in an ore.
how easily can the mineral be extracted.
closeness to the market.

Question 31.

Explain any three values which inspire us to conserve our energy resources.
Answer:
Three values which inspire us to conserve our energy resources are as follows:

Consciousness towards environment and its protection is required. Excess and careless use of resources will degrade the environment. Use of renewable power resources will address global issues of pollution.
We should adopt a responsible attitude towards the use of power resources as they are in limited quantity. Wise use of these resources can be the only remedy.
We have to be accountable towards future generation. We should adopt sustainable development so as to preserve the resources for use by our generations to come.

Question 32.
Why is solar energy fast becoming popular in rural and remote areas of India? Explain.
Answer:
Solar energy is fast becoming popular in rural and remote areas of India because of the following reasons.

It is one of the best forms of non-conventional sources of energy.
It is not very expensive to install photovoltaic technology which converts solar light into solar energy.
Tapping solar energy will reduce the dependence of dung cakes and will provide adequate manure for agriculture.

Long AnswerType Questions [5 Marks]

Question 33.
Why is conservation of minerals essential? Explain any four measures to conserve minerals
Answer:
Minerals conservation is essential because:

Minerals are non-renewable or finite in nature.
The rate of formation of minerals is very slow in comparison to the rate of consumption. The geological processes of mineral formation takes place over millions of years.
hey are valuable and short-lived possessions of a country. Continued extraction leads to increasing costs as they are taken from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

The following are the three methods of conserving minerals.

Minerals have to be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
Improved technologies should be evolved to make use of low grade ores at low costs.
Recycling of metals, using scrap metals and other substitutes would help in the conservation of minerals.
Using better mining methods will also help to reduce wastage

Question 34.
Why is there a pressing need for using renewable energy resources in India? Explain any five reasons.
Answer:
The given statement can be justified by the following arguments.

Increased consumption of energy resources has increased our dependence on fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.
There are uncertainties about the energy supplies in future because of their potential shortages.
Use of non-renewable sources have serious consequences on the growth of national economy as they are getting expensive day by day.
Above all, non-renewable sources pose a great threat in the form of pollution and other environmental issues.
Solar, wind, tide, biomass and energy from waste material can thus, be proved advantageous in long run.

Question 35.
Differentiate between metallic and non-metallic minerals with examples
Answer:
The difference between metallic and non-metallic minerals are:
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Question 36.
Which state is the largest producer of manganese in India? Mention any four
uses of manganese.
Answer:
Odisha is the largest producer of manganese in India.
Four uses of manganese are as follows:

Manganese is used in manufacture of steel and ferro-manganese alloy.
It is used in manufacturing bleaching powder.
It is a raw material in manufacturing insecticides.
It is also used in making paints.

Question 37.
Differentiate between ferrous and non-ferrous minerals with examples.
Answer:
The differentiate between ferrous and non-ferrous minerals are:
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Question 38.
Differentiate between conventional and non-conventional sources of energy with examples.
Answer:
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Question 39.
‘Minerals are unevenly distributed in India.’ Explain with three examples.
Answer:
Minerals are unevenly distributed in India. This can be explained by giving the following examples.

Peninsular rocks contain most of the reserves of coal, metallic minerals, mica and other non-metallic minerals.
Sedimentary rocks on the western and eastern sides of the peninsula in Gujarat and Assam have rich petroleum deposits.
Rajasthan, together with the peninsular region, has reserves of non-ferrous minerals.

Long Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]

Question 40.
Why is it necessary to conserve mineral resources? Suggest any four ways to
conserve mineral resources.
Answer:
Minerals conservation is essential because:

Minerals are non-renewable or finite in nature.
The rate of formation of minerals is very slow in comparison to the rate of consumption. The geological processes of mineral formation takes place over millions of years.
They are valuable and short-lived possessions of a country. Continued extraction leads to increasing costs as they are taken from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

The following are the three methods of conserving minerals.

Minerals have to be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
Improved technologies should be evolved to make use of low grade ores at low costs.
Recycling of metals, using scrap metals and other substitutes would help in the conservation of minerals.
Using better mining methods will also help to reduce wastage

Question 41.
Why is there a pressing need to use renewable energy resources in India? Explain any five reasons.
Answer:
The given statement can be justified by the following arguments.

Increased consumption of energy resources has increased our dependence on fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.
There are uncertainties about the energy supplies in future because of their potential shortages.
Use of non-renewable sources have serious consequences on the growth of national economy as they are getting expensive day by day.
Above all, non-renewable sources pose a great threat in the form of pollution and other environmental issues.
Solar, wind, tide, biomass and energy from waste material can thus, be proved advantageous in long run.

Question 42.
How is energy a basic requirement for the economic development of the country? Explain with examples.
Answer:
Energy is a basic requirement for the economic development of a country in the following ways.

Every sector of the national economy—agriculture, industry, transport, commercial and domestic—needs inputs of energy.
The economic development plans implemented since independence require increasing amounts of energy to remain operational.
Energy is used for all activities. To provide light and heat, to propel vehicles and drive machinery in industries.
For example, coal provides a large percentage of energy for country’s economic needs, supply energy to industries as well as for domestic use.
Also, natural gas is an important clean energy resource found in association with petroleum. It is used as a source of energy as an industrial raw material in petro-chemical industry.

2012

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 43.
Mention any three major iron-ore belts in India. Write any three characteristics of the southermost iron-ore belt.
Answer:
The three major iron-ore belts in India are:

Orissa-Jharkhand belt.
Durg-Bastar-Chandrapur belt
Ballari-Chitradurga-Chikkamagaluru-Tumakuru belt
Maharashtra-Goa belt

The three characteristics of the southern-most belt, Ballari-Chitradurga- Chikkamagaluru-Tumakuru belt, are as follows.

It has large reserves of iron ore.
The Khudremukh mines, located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, are a hundred per cent export unit.
Khudremukh deposits are one of the largest mines in the world.

Question 44.
What is the use of manganese? Name the largest manganse-ore producing state in India.
Answer:
Odisha is the largest producer of manganese in India.
Four uses of manganese are as follows:

Manganese is used in manufacture of steel and ferro-manganese alloy.
It is used in manufacturing bleaching powder.
It is a raw material in manufacturing insecticides.
It is also used in making paints.

Question 45.
Classify energy resources into two categories. Give two examples of each.
Answer:
Energy resources can be classified into the following categories.

(a) Conventional sources—firewood, coal and petroleum
(b) Non-conventional sources—Solar energy, wind power and tidal energy

Question 46.
46. How is solar energy becoming popular in rural and remote areas of India? Explain.
Answer:
Solar energy is becoming popular in rural and remote areas of India because of the following reasons:

It has reduced the dependence of rural households on firewood and dung cakes.
It has been able to reduce environment pollution to a great extent.
Dung cakes used earlier are now utilised for increasing fertility of the soil.
Being abundant in nature it is available all through the year.
Moreover tapping of solar energy is not expensive and thus is preferred by all.
It can be stored and used later.

Question 47.
‘We have to adopt a cautious approach for the judicious use of our limited energy resources.’ Support the statement with three examples.
Answer:
We have to adopt a cautious approach for the judicious use of our limited energy resources because of the following reasons.

They are non-renewable, once consumed we will not be able to get them back.
Energy is required for all our activities—to cook, to provide light and heat, to drive vehicles and machinery, so, it should be used judiciously.
Keeping in mind the needs of our future generation, we have to adopt the policy of sustainable development.

Long Answer Type Question [4/5 Mark]

Question 48.
Why is conservation of mineral resources essential? Explain any three methods of conserving mineral resources.
Answer:
Minerals conservation is essential because:

Minerals are non-renewable or finite in nature.
The rate of formation of minerals is very slow in comparison to the rate of consumption. The geological processes of mineral formation takes place over millions of years.
They are valuable and short-lived possessions of a country. Continued extraction leads to increasing costs as they are taken from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

The following are the three methods of conserving minerals.

Minerals have to be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
Improved technologies should be evolved to make use of low grade ores at low costs.
Recycling of metals, using scrap metals and other substitutes would help in the conservation of minerals.
Using better mining methods will also help to reduce wastage

2011

Short Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]

Question 49.
How is energy an indispensible requirement of our modern life? Explain with three examples.
Answer:
Energy is an indispensible requirement of our modern life. The following points explain the statement.

Energy is needed for all activities like to provide heat and light, to drive machinery and to cook.
Every sector of the national economy like agriculture, industry, transport, communication, etc. requires energy to operate.
ll the developmental plans require energy to remain operational. With the time, consumption of energy has been on steady rise, which again makes it a necessary requirement for our day-to-day life.

Question 50.
Mention any three characteristics of ferrous group of minerals found in India.
Answer:
Three features of ferrous minerals are as follows.

Ferrous minerals account for about three-fourths of the total value of the production of metallic minerals.
They provide the base for the development of metallurgical industries.
ndia is rich in ferrous minerals and exports substantial quantities after meeting the local demands.

Question 51.
Why is there a pressing need to use non-conventional sources of energy in India? Explain any three reasons.
Answer:
The given statement can be justified by the following arguments.

Increased consumption of energy resources has increased our dependence on fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.
There are uncertainties about the energy supplies in future because of their potential shortages.
Use of non-renewable sources have serious consequences on the growth of national economy as they are getting expensive day by day.
Above all, non-renewable sources pose a great threat in the form of pollution and other environmental issues.
Solar, wind, tide, biomass and energy from waste material can thus, be proved advantageous in long run.

Question 52.
Make a distinction between hydroelectrkity and thermal electricity stating three points of distinction.
Answer:
Hydroelectricity and thermal electricity differ from each other in the following ways.
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Question 53.
Explain the use of petroleum as an energy resource and as an industrial raw material.
Answer:
Petroleum is a major source of energy next to the coal in India.
The use of petroleum as an energy resource:

It provides fuel for lighting and heating.
It also provides lubricants for machinery to reduce friction.

The use of petroleum as an industrial raw material:

It provides raw material for petro-chemical industries and a large numbers of manufacturing industries.
Petroleum refineries act as a nodal industry for synthetic textiles, fertilisers and chemical industries.

Question 54.
Explain any three steps to be taken to conserve the energy resources.
Answer:
Energy is needed for economic development.

It is required for cooking.
It is required to provide heat and light.
It is used for running the machines in industries.
It is used to propel the vehicles.
It is essential for the development of agriculture, industry, transport for commercial and domestic purposes

Question 55.
‘Solar energy is expected to play an important role in India.’ Give three arguments in support of the statement.
Answer:
Solar energy is expected to play an important role in India because of the following reasons:

India being a tropical country gets sufficient amount of sunlight throughout the year.
It has enormous possibilities of tapping solar energy and converting it directly into electricity.
It can reduce the dependence on fossil fuels for energy consumption.
Its set up is low cost and it can provide sufficient amount of energy for daily needs of people in India.

Question 56.
Explain any three methods of conservation of mineral resources in India.
Answer:
Minerals conservation is essential because:

Minerals are non-renewable or finite in nature.
The rate of formation of minerals is very slow in comparison to the rate of consumption. The geological processes of mineral formation takes place over millions of years.
They are valuable and short-lived possessions of a country. Continued extraction leads to increasing costs as they are taken from greater depths along with decrease in quality.

The following are the three methods of conserving minerals.

Minerals have to be used in a planned and sustainable manner.
Improved technologies should be evolved to make use of low grade ores at low costs.
Recycling of metals, using scrap metals and other substitutes would help in the conservation of minerals.
Using better mining methods will also help to reduce wasta

Question 57.
Why is coal called the most important source of energy even today in India? Explain giving three reasons.
Answer:
Coal is called the most important source of energy even today in India because:

India has abundant reserves of coal which meets a greater part of our energy requirements.
It is used for generation of electricity in thermal power plants.
It is used as energy resources both for domestic and industrial purposes.

2010

Very Short Answer Type Questions [1 Mark]

Question 58.
What are placer deposits?
Answer:
Certain mineral deposits that occur in sands of valley floors and the base of the hills as alluvial deposits are called placer deposits.

Question 59.
Which state of India is the largest producer of Bauxite?
Answer:
Odisha is the largest producer of Bauxite in India.

Question 60.
Name the most abundantly available fossil fuel in India.
Answer:
Coal is the most abundantly available fossil fuel in India.

Question 61.
Which is the highest petroleum-producing area in India?
Answer:
Mumbai High is the highest petroleum-producing area in India.

Question 62.
Name the gulf that provides ideal conditions for utilising tidal energy in India.
Answer:
Gulf of Khambhat and Gulf of Kuchchh in Gujarat provide ideal conditions for utilising tidal energy in India.

Long Answer Type Question [4/5 Marks]

Question 63.
‘Minerals are an indispensible part of our lives.’ Support this statement with suitable examples.
Answer:
Minerals are indispensable part of our lives. The statement can be supported
giving the following examples.

Almost everything we use, from a tiny pin to a towering building or a big ship, all are made from minerals. The railways lines and the tarmac (paving) of the roads, our implements and machinery too are made of minerals.
Cars, buses, trains, aeroplanes manufactured from minerals are run by power resources derived from the earth.
Even the food we eat contains minerals. Although our minerals intake represents only about 0.3% of our total intake of nutrients, they are so potent and so important that without them we would not be able to utilise the other 99.7% of foodstuffs.
Human beings have used minerals for their livelihood, decoration, festivities, religious and ceremonial sites. In short, all living things need minerals. Life processes cannot occur without minerals.
Minerals like coal, petroleum, etc. are important sources of industrial and domestic energy. It is because of these energy resources that the wheel of development is moving.

MAP QUESTIONS

Question 64.
64. On the given outline map of India locate and label the following with appropriate symbols.

(i) Ankaleshwar—Oil Fields
(ii) Digboi—Oil Fields
(iii) Kalpakkam—Nuclear power plant
(iv) Namrup—Thermal power plant
(v) Narora—Nuclear power plant
(vi) Rawat Bhata—Nuclear power plant
(vii) Kaiga nuclear plant
(viii) Kakrapara—Nuclear power plant
(ix) Uran—Thermal power station
Answer:
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Question 65.
65. Some features are marked on the given political outline map of India. Identify them with the help of the following information and write their correct names on the lines marked in the map.

(i) Iron ore mine
(ii) Coal mine
(iii) Coal mine
(iv) Coal Mine
(v) Iron ore or mine
(vi) Oil Field
(vii) Mica Mine
(viii) Mica Mine
(ix) Coal mine
(x) Coal Mine
(xi) Iron or Mine
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