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CBSE 10 Social Question Paper-2025 Set-3

CBSE 10 Social Question Paper-2025 Set-3

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 10 Social Science board exam questions from the year 2025 Set 3, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper formats

2025-07-31
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 10 2025 Grade 10

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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How did reinterpretation of history become a means of creating a sense of nationalism by the end of the 19th century in India?

A
By highlighting the contributions of Indian leaders
B
By re-structuring historical narratives to promote unity
C
By focusing on the British colonial past
D
By ignoring ancient Indian traditions

How did symbols and icons contribute to creating a feeling of nationalism among the people in the national movement of India?

A
By promoting unity through shared visual representations
B
By focusing on regional diversity
C
By representing only the elite's ideology
D
By emphasizing historical events in their purest form

Why is planning necessary for judicious use of resources?

A
It ensures that resources are used according to availability
B
It promotes inequality in resource distribution
C
It limits resource usage without considering future needs
D
It encourages wasteful consumption

Why did Mahatma Gandhi decide to withdraw the Non-Cooperation Movement?

A
Because of the violent Chauri Chaura incident
B
Because of growing support from the British
C
Because of the decline in public enthusiasm
D
Because of the success of the movement

What was the story of Rinjha, and how did it contribute to the idea of sustainable farming?

A
It promoted the use of chemicals for higher yield
B
It emphasized the importance of preserving soil fertility
C
It focused on monocropping for better profits
D
It encouraged deforestation for more land

Which of the following were the main functions of political parties in India?

A
To maintain law and order in the country
B
To promote different ideologies and form governments
C
To conduct educational programs for citizens
D
To control the press and media

What are the major challenges faced by political parties in India?

A
Regional diversity and lack of coordination
B
Over-centralization of political power
C
Increased representation of minorities
D
Underrepresentation of youth in politics

What was the impact of the French Revolution on European nationalism?

A
It helped in spreading nationalism by focusing on democratic ideals
B
It led to the rise of monarchy across Europe
C
It led to the decline of the concept of nationalism
D
It promoted absolute monarchy

How did the Greek freedom struggle arouse nationalist sentiments in Europe?

A
By defeating the Ottoman Empire and promoting national pride
B
By allying with the French against the British
C
By establishing the first communist state in Europe
D
By encouraging other nations to follow the path of monarchy

What role do industries play in increasing air pollution?

A
By emitting harmful gases and particulates into the atmosphere
B
By increasing agricultural production
C
By controlling waste management
D
By improving the quality of urban air

What is the role of democracy in reducing inequality and poverty?

A
By ensuring fair resource distribution and welfare programs
B
By promoting social hierarchies
C
By eliminating the role of the state in economic matters
D
By discouraging foreign aid

How is income an important factor in assessing the development of a country?

A
It helps in measuring economic growth
B
It determines the political stability of the country
C
It measures the literacy rate
D
It is used to determine the environmental sustainability of the nation

What does overuse of underground water lead to?

A
A serious water crisis in several parts of India
B
An increase in agricultural productivity
C
A reduction in water pollution
D
A decrease in industrial development

What role did print culture play in the French Revolution?

A
It popularized Enlightenment ideas and created a new culture of debate
B
It led to the rise of conservative thought
C
It focused on religious values
D
It suppressed free speech

What is decentralization of power, and how is it implemented in India?

A
Decentralization is the transfer of power to local government bodies
B
Decentralization is the concentration of power at the national level
C
Decentralization involves the elimination of all government regulations
D
Decentralization limits local self-governance

Which of the following is an important term of credit for taking a loan from the bank?

A
Interest rate
B
Loan duration
C
Amount of collateral
D
Credit history

Which political event led to the decentralization process in India?

A
The 1992 Constitutional Amendment
B
The Quit India Movement
C
The Independence Act of 1947
D
The establishment of Panchayati Raj

What is the significance of local self-government in India?

A
It helps solve local problems by giving autonomy to local bodies
B
It controls national policies
C
It only works under federal governments
D
It undermines the central government

Which of the following is a major outcome of decentralization in India?

A
Empowerment of local governments
B
Complete control over national legislation
C
Formation of new political parties
D
Centralization of resources

Which of the following is not a part of decentralization in India?

A
Direct control of central government over local bodies
B
The establishment of Panchayats and municipalities
C
Empowering local bodies to manage resources
D
Election of local leaders

What was the main function of the East-West Corridor in India?

A
To connect the eastern and western states of India for better transportation
B
To improve the sea transport between India and neighboring countries
C
To connect major metropolitan cities with rural areas
D
To reduce industrial pollution

Which state is known as the leading state in coffee production in India?

A
Karnataka
B
Tamil Nadu
C
Kerala
D
Andhra Pradesh

What is the primary purpose of nuclear power plants in India?

A
To produce electricity using nuclear energy
B
To store radioactive materials
C
To refine natural resources
D
To export energy to other countries

Which major sea port is located in Odisha?

A
Paradip Port
B
Kochi Port
C
Mumbai Port
D
Chennai Port

What is the role of Panchayati Raj in decentralization in India?

A
It is responsible for the management of local resources and public welfare
B
It represents the central government's authority in local areas
C
It focuses on national economic policies
D
It only focuses on rural areas, excluding urban management

Which region of India is known for having the highest number of nuclear power plants?

A
Uttar Pradesh
B
Haryana
C
Gujarat
D
Tamil Nadu

What is the role of the Eastern and Western corridors in improving India's infrastructure?

A
It connects the eastern and western regions to enhance logistics and economic growth
B
It focuses on establishing industrial parks along the roads
C
It establishes global trade links
D
It encourages the development of water transportation

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by agriculture in India?

A
Excessive dependence on monsoon
B
High demand for agricultural products
C
Reduction in agricultural subsidies
D
Global warming leading to longer harvest periods

What are the main sources of pollution in urban areas of India?

A
Industrial emissions, vehicular pollution, and construction activities
B
Increased waste management and recycling programs
C
Use of solar energy in households
D
Decreased industrialization and migration

Which Indian state is the highest producer of potatoes?

A
Uttar Pradesh
B
Punjab
C
Himachal Pradesh
D
Madhya Pradesh