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CBSE 12 Geography Question Paper-2018

CBSE 12 Geography Question Paper-2018

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Geography board exam questions from the year 2018, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

2025-08-05
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 Geography 2018 Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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Differentiate between growth and development.

A
Growth refers to quantitative changes, while development includes qualitative improvements.
B
Growth is related to the physical changes, while development is related to mental changes.
C
Growth is the progression of a person from childhood to adulthood, and development is the overall change in society.
D
Growth focuses on the economic sector, whereas development is about social development.

Why is India a popular tourist destination in the world?

A
India has diverse culture, historical monuments, and spiritual significance.
B
India has a mild climate throughout the year.
C
India is known for its urban development and technology.
D
India's food culture is the main attraction for tourists.

Evaluate the importance of ‘quaternary activities’.

A
Quaternary activities focus on intellectual skills, research, and development.
B
Quaternary activities involve the manufacturing and construction of goods.
C
Quaternary activities are related to agricultural production.
D
Quaternary activities are focused on distribution of resources.

Examine the concept of ‘regional planning’.

A
Regional planning refers to the strategic organization and development of resources in a specific geographic region.
B
Regional planning only involves the development of transportation networks.
C
Regional planning is related to the preservation of historical monuments.
D
Regional planning includes the allocation of resources for urban areas only.

Mention any two factors responsible for the establishment of cotton textile mills in Mumbai.

A
Availability of raw cotton and proximity to the port.
B
High labor costs and urbanization.
C
Presence of large populations and easy availability of finance.
D
Political stability and cheap transportation.

State the major problem being faced by Kolkata sea-port.

A
Congestion due to high traffic.
B
Lack of modernization in infrastructure.
C
Increased pollution in the vicinity.
D
High cost of labor and equipment.

State any two advantages of air transport in international trade.

A
Faster delivery and ability to cover long distances.
B
Lower costs and reduced environmental impact.
C
Enhanced security and safety in cargo handling.
D
Lower taxes and reduced tariffs on imports.

‘The primitive communities lived in complete harmony with their natural environment and as such the humans were naturalised.’ Support the statement.

A
Primitive communities relied on the natural environment for their food, shelter, and livelihood.
B
Primitive communities had limited interaction with the environment and followed a sustainable lifestyle.
C
Primitive communities were in constant conflict with nature, exploiting it for their own benefits.
D
Primitive communities depended solely on domesticated animals and plants for their survival.

Differentiate between small scale manufacturing and large scale manufacturing.

A
Small scale manufacturing involves limited production with fewer workers, whereas large scale manufacturing has high volume production with significant automation.
B
Small scale manufacturing focuses on mass production of low-cost products, while large scale manufacturing produces high-end products.
C
Small scale manufacturing is more environmentally friendly than large scale manufacturing.
D
Small scale manufacturing is focused on research, while large scale manufacturing emphasizes development.

Describe any three major problems of road transport in the world.

A
Overcrowding, high fuel consumption, and poor road maintenance.
B
Lack of infrastructure, air pollution, and high road accidents.
C
Heavy rainfall, floods, and snow accumulation.
D
Lack of public transportation, political instability, and social unrest.

Every January after the harvest season, 'Jonbeel Mela' takes place in Jagiroad. In light of the above paragraph, justify the values of ‘barter system’ in the lives of the tribal communities.

A
The barter system promotes exchange without the need for money, ensuring a fair trade between different communities.
B
The barter system is an outdated method and has been replaced by modern forms of exchange.
C
The barter system is inefficient and leads to scarcity of goods.
D
The barter system is only useful for primitive communities, but not for industrialized societies.

Study the diagram given below and answer the following questions: Which class of towns/cities support the largest urban population?

A
Class I towns/cities.
B
Class II towns/cities.
C
Class III towns/cities.
D
Class IV towns/cities.

Explain any two reasons for such a high concentration of population in this class of towns/cities.

A
Presence of job opportunities and better infrastructure.
B
Presence of tourist attractions and low cost of living.
C
Agricultural resources and proximity to natural resources.
D
Rich cultural heritage and high educational institutions.

Define the term ‘density of population’. Explain four geographical factors affecting the distribution of population in the world, with examples.

A
Population density refers to the number of people living per unit area. Geographical factors affecting distribution include climate, soil fertility, water availability, and topography.
B
Population density is the average number of people in a country. Geographical factors affecting distribution include language, culture, religion, and politics.
C
Population density refers to the ratio of people per square kilometer. Factors like transportation, education, and social security affect population distribution.
D
Population density is a measure of economic output per person. Geographical factors include industrialization, urbanization, and climate.

‘Gathering and hunting are the primitive economic activities meant for the subsistence of tribal societies, but in modern times gathering is market-oriented and has become commercial.’ Examine the statement.

A
The transition of gathering and hunting into market-oriented activities has increased economic opportunities for tribal societies.
B
Gathering and hunting have become irrelevant in modern times, replaced by agriculture and industrial activities.
C
The commercialization of gathering has led to the exploitation of natural resources and loss of tribal traditions.
D
The commercialization of gathering and hunting has negatively impacted tribal societies’ self-sufficiency.

Study the map of the Suez Canal and answer the following questions: Name the country through which this canal passes.

A
Egypt
B
Turkey
C
Saudi Arabia
D
Jordan

Name the seas connected by the Suez Canal.

A
Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea
B
Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
C
North Sea and Baltic Sea
D
Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean

Why is the Suez Canal considered a gateway of Europe to the Indian Ocean?

A
It provides a direct route for ships traveling from Europe to Asia without needing to navigate around Africa.
B
It connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian Ocean directly.
C
It is a major tourist destination linking European and Asian cultures.
D
It allows large ships to travel from Europe to the Pacific Ocean.

Substantiate the statement: ‘The decadal and annual growth rates of population in India are both very high and steadily increasing over time.’

A
The population growth rate in India reflects both the high fertility rates and improved healthcare.
B
The growth rate has been decreasing due to higher mortality rates and migration.
C
High population growth in India is mainly due to limited awareness about birth control.
D
Population growth in India is stable with minimal fluctuations over the decades.

Explain how ‘watershed management’ and ‘rainwater harvesting’ are methods of efficient management and conservation of surface water resources in India.

A
Both methods help reduce soil erosion, improve groundwater recharge, and ensure water availability in drought-prone areas.
B
Watershed management involves the construction of dams, and rainwater harvesting focuses on urban drainage systems.
C
These methods focus on developing desalination plants for freshwater supply.
D
Watershed management encourages large-scale water diversion projects, and rainwater harvesting is used to store wastewater.

Identify the five geographical features shown on the given political outline map of the World: A. A major sea-port, B. An international airport, C. A major industrial region, D. An important area of nomadic herding, E. A mega city.

A
A. New York, B. Heathrow, C. Rhine Valley, D. Sahara Desert, E. Tokyo
B
A. Shanghai, B. Changi, C. Midwest USA, D. Gobi Desert, E. Los Angeles
C
A. Hong Kong, B. Dubai, C. South China, D. Mongolian Plateau, E. Beijing
D
A. Mumbai, B. Narita, C. Great Lakes, D. Arabian Desert, E. Paris

Locate and label the following features on the map of India: A major tea growing state, B. An area of iron ore mining, C. An important steel plant in Karnataka, D. An international southernmost airport in Kerala, E. A city with a population of more than ten million in North India.

A
A. Assam, B. Odisha, C. Bhadravati, D. Trivandrum, E. Delhi
B
A. West Bengal, B. Jharkhand, C. Jamshedpur, D. Kochi, E. Mumbai
C
A. Assam, B. Chhattisgarh, C. Bellary, D. Kochi, E. Kolkata
D
A. Darjeeling, B. Goa, C. Bangalore, D. Thiruvananthapuram, E. Ahmedabad

Which is the major tea producing state in India?

A
Assam
B
Darjeeling
C
Kerala
D
Tamil Nadu

Mention any one iron ore mining area in Odisha.

A
Keonjhar
B
Sundargarh
C
Joda
D
Rourkela

Name an important steel plant located in Karnataka.

A
Bhadravati Steel Plant
B
Tata Steel Plant
C
Jindal Steel Plant
D
Rourkela Steel Plant

Name any one international airport in Kerala.

A
Trivandrum International Airport
B
Cochin International Airport
C
Calicut International Airport
D
Kochi International Airport

Which state of India has the lowest level of urbanization?

A
Bihar
B
Uttar Pradesh
C
Rajasthan
D
Madhya Pradesh

Which is the largest state in India by area?

A
Rajasthan
B
Uttar Pradesh
C
Madhya Pradesh
D
Maharashtra

Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal'?

A
Damodar River
B
Hooghly River
C
Yamuna River
D
Godavari River

Which is the largest lake in India?

A
Vembanad Lake
B
Dal Lake
C
Sambhar Lake
D
Chilika Lake