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CBSE 10 Social Question Paper-2022 Set-1

CBSE 10 Social Question Paper-2022 Set-1

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 10 Social Science board exam questions from the year 2022 set 1, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper formats.

2025-07-30
Pavan Pavan
CBSE 2022 Class 10 Grade 10

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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Why did Indian merchants and industrialists support the Civil Disobedience Movement?

A
They were affected by the economic policies of the British Government.
B
They believed in the power of non-violent resistance.
C
They wanted to end British rule in India.
D
They were motivated by the social reforms proposed by the movement.

Examine the significance of air transport.

A
It is the fastest means of transport, especially for international travel.
B
It is less costly than sea transport.
C
It plays a crucial role in transporting heavy goods.
D
It is the most environmentally friendly transport mode.

How does the quality of democracy depend on the degree of public participation?

A
More participation ensures greater representation and accountability.
B
Public participation is not necessary for a quality democracy.
C
A democracy with less participation is more effective.
D
Higher participation leads to more political instability.

Why did Indian merchants and industrialists support the Civil Disobedience Movement?

A
They were directly affected by British economic policies.
B
They believed that independence would increase their business opportunities.
C
They were inspired by Gandhiji's leadership.
D
They wanted to end the oppressive taxation system.

Examine the significance of pipeline as a means of transportation in the country.

A
It is used for the transportation of liquids like oil and gas.
B
It is the most expensive form of transport.
C
It is mainly used for transporting agricultural products.
D
It is only useful for short-distance transportation.

Why has India adopted a multi-party system?

A
To accommodate various political ideologies and regional diversity.
B
To ensure that only two dominant parties rule.
C
To limit the power of one political party.
D
To reduce the number of elections in the country.

How do political parties shape public opinion?

A
By organizing rallies and campaigns.
B
By controlling media outlets.
C
By engaging in debates with other parties.
D
By manipulating public sentiment through social media.

Explain the significance of communication for a nation.

A
It ensures that the government can reach its citizens efficiently.
B
It allows citizens to express dissent.
C
It helps in creating a unified national identity.
D
All of the above.

Why is the Civil Disobedience Movement considered an important milestone in India's struggle for independence?

A
It marked the first mass-based movement against British rule.
B
It led to India gaining complete independence.
C
It resulted in the formation of the Indian National Congress.
D
It was the first successful non-violent movement.

What role did the railways play in India's national integration?

A
It helped in the movement of goods and people across the country.
B
It connected rural areas with urban centers.
C
It fostered a sense of national unity and integration.
D
All of the above.

Why was the Purna Swaraj resolution passed in 1930?

A
To declare complete independence from British rule.
B
To demand political and social reforms.
C
To oppose the Simon Commission.
D
To unite the Indian National Congress and other factions.

How did the media contribute to India's struggle for independence?

A
By spreading nationalist ideas and fostering awareness.
B
By publishing anti-colonial literature and articles.
C
By mobilizing support for the Civil Disobedience Movement.
D
All of the above.

Explain the significance of the Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress in 1929.

A
It led to the adoption of the Purna Swaraj resolution.
B
It marked the beginning of the Quit India Movement.
C
It initiated the Non-Cooperation Movement.
D
It marked the beginning of the Salt March.

Why was the Non-Cooperation Movement called off in 1922?

A
Due to the violence at Chauri Chaura.
B
Because the British government had agreed to certain demands.
C
Because Gandhi was arrested by the British.
D
Due to internal differences within the Indian National Congress.

What role did women play in the Civil Disobedience Movement?

A
They actively participated in the salt march and protests.
B
They served as leaders of the movement.
C
They primarily stayed at home and provided support to men.
D
They were mostly neutral in their participation.

Why is the Salt March significant in Indian history?

A
It was a major act of defiance against British colonial rule.
B
It marked the first time Gandhi led a nationwide movement.
C
It led to the immediate withdrawal of British troops.
D
It resulted in the first victory for the Indian National Congress.

How did the British respond to the Civil Disobedience Movement?

A
They used repressive measures, including arrests and violence.
B
They granted immediate political reforms.
C
They initiated peaceful negotiations with Indian leaders.
D
They agreed to grant independence to India.

Why was the Quit India Movement launched in 1942?

A
To demand an end to British rule in India during World War II.
B
To oppose the formation of a separate Pakistan.
C
To support British war efforts in India.
D
To gain full political independence immediately.

What was the impact of World War II on India's independence movement?

A
It accelerated the demand for independence due to British war fatigue.
B
It led to the collapse of the Indian National Congress.
C
It led to the immediate granting of independence.
D
It increased support for the British Raj in India.

Why was the Quit India Movement launched in 1942?

A
To demand an immediate end to British rule in India.
B
To establish a socialist government in India.
C
To create a new Indian constitution.
D
To unite the Indian National Congress and other factions.

Who were the key leaders of the Quit India Movement?

A
Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Patel.
B
Lala Lajpat Rai, Subhas Chandra Bose.
C
Bhagat Singh, Chandra Shekhar Azad.
D
Jawaharlal Nehru, Rajendra Prasad.

What was the impact of the 1947 Partition on India?

A
It led to large-scale migration and communal violence.
B
It resulted in the immediate unification of India and Pakistan.
C
It created a peaceful separation between Hindus and Muslims.
D
It facilitated the economic integration of India and Pakistan.

Who was the first Governor-General of independent India?

A
Lord Mountbatten.
B
Jawaharlal Nehru.
C
Rajendra Prasad.
D
Gopal Krishna Gokhale.

Which event marked the beginning of the Indian National Congress' demand for complete independence?

A
The passing of the Purna Swaraj resolution in 1930.
B
The launch of the Quit India Movement in 1942.
C
The signing of the Gandhi-Irwin Pact in 1931.
D
The Civil Disobedience Movement in 1930.

What was the main aim of the Quit India Movement?

A
To demand an immediate end to British rule in India.
B
To establish a socialist government in India.
C
To create a new Indian constitution.
D
To achieve independence through violent means.

Who among the following was not a leader of the Quit India Movement?

A
Subhas Chandra Bose.
B
Mahatma Gandhi.
C
Jawaharlal Nehru.
D
Sardar Patel.

What was the consequence of the 1947 partition of India?

A
It led to the mass migration and communal riots between Hindus and Muslims.
B
It resulted in the peaceful formation of India and Pakistan.
C
It marked the end of British imperialism in the subcontinent.
D
It led to the economic integration of the two countries.

What was the primary reason behind the demand for a separate Muslim state (Pakistan)?

A
Fear of Hindu domination and the desire for a separate political identity.
B
Religious differences between Hindus and Muslims.
C
Desire for economic prosperity.
D
Support from the British for the creation of Pakistan.

Who was the first female Prime Minister of India?

A
Indira Gandhi.
B
Sarojini Naidu.
C
Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit.
D
Rajkumari Amrit Kaur.

What was the primary reason behind the demand for a separate Muslim state (Pakistan)?

A
Fear of Hindu domination and the desire for a separate political identity.
B
Religious differences between Hindus and Muslims.
C
Desire for economic prosperity.
D
Support from the British for the creation of Pakistan.