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CBSE 12 Geography Question Paper-2022 Set-3

CBSE 12 Geography Question Paper-2022 Set-3

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Geography board exam questions from the year 2022 Set-3, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

2025-08-14
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 Geography Grade 12 2022

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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Why is 'technological innovation' essential for industries? Explain.

A
It decreases production efficiency and increases costs.
B
It is not a major factor for industrial growth.
C
It leads to more efficient and less wasteful production processes, reduces costs, and improves product quality.
D
It focuses only on increasing the workforce.

"Transport is an organised industry created to satisfy man's basic need of mobility." Support the statement.

A
It is a luxury service and not a basic need.
B
It is an outdated concept and is no longer relevant.
C
Transport facilitates the movement of goods, people, and services, connecting different regions and satisfying the fundamental need for mobility.
D
It primarily caters to the military.

Mention any four features of Wind energy in India.

A
It is a clean, renewable source with high potential for generation, especially in coastal areas.
B
It has a high potential in plains and is a significant contributor to fossil fuel reserves.
C
It is a costly and inefficient source of energy.
D
It is a non-renewable source and contributes to pollution.

Why is it necessary to develop infrastructural facilities for integrated development of a region? Explain.

A
It provides the basic foundation for economic activities, improves the quality of life, and promotes social well-being.
B
It is only beneficial for political gains.
C
It is a non-essential requirement for development.
D
It leads to the decline of economic activities.

Mention the main objective of 'integrated tribal development project' in Bharmaur region.

A
To focus on commercializing the region's resources.
B
To displace the tribal population for urban development.
C
To improve the quality of life of the Gaddis and narrow the development gap between Bharmaur and other parts of Himachal Pradesh.
D
To restrict the movement of tribal people.

Explain the outcome of tribal development sub-plan in this region.

A
Mass migration of the tribal population to cities.
B
The development of infrastructure like schools, healthcare facilities, and roads.
C
A significant decline in the literacy rate.
D
Increased poverty and lack of access to basic amenities.

Analyse the main factors affecting the tourism in the world.

A
The age of tourists only.
B
Demand, transport, accessibility, and government policies.
C
The number of hotels in a region.
D
Availability of local transport only.

How are large scale industries different from household industries? Explain.

A
They both use the same amount of capital and labor.
B
Large scale industries require large capital, use advanced machinery, and employ a large workforce, whereas household industries are run by family members with local resources.
C
Household industries are more profitable than large-scale industries.
D
Large scale industries use traditional methods of production.

Examine any five factors which are responsible for population flow from rural to urban areas in India.

A
High crime rates in urban areas.
B
Limited availability of water in rural areas.
C
Factors include better employment opportunities, educational facilities, and healthcare services in urban areas.
D
Lack of transportation in rural areas only.

"In India 'Satellite Communication' has became vital for the country." Examine the statement.

A
It is less important than traditional forms of communication.
B
It is crucial for telecommunication, weather forecasting, defense, and education in remote areas.
C
It is mainly used for entertainment purposes.
D
It is an outdated technology.

Explain the importance of waterways as a mode of transportation.

A
It is the most suitable for transporting perishable goods.
B
It is a cheap and efficient mode of transport for bulky and heavy goods.
C
It is the most expensive and slowest mode of transport.
D
It is used exclusively for passenger travel.

Name the state where Raniganj coal mines are located.

A
West Bengal
B
Jharkhand
C
Odisha
D
Bihar

Name the state where Balaghat Manganese mines are located.

A
Maharashtra
B
Madhya Pradesh
C
Karnataka
D
Rajasthan

Name any place of iron ore mines in Karnataka.

A
Kudremukh
B
Mayurbhanj
C
Bailadila
D
Singhbhum

Name the state where Mathura refinery is located.

A
Uttar Pradesh
B
Gujarat
C
Assam
D
Bihar

Name the southernmost station of North-South Corridor.

A
Srinagar
B
Kochi
C
Kanyakumari
D
Chennai

Name the eastern-most metropolitan city connected by 'golden quadrilateral'.

A
Mumbai
B
Kolkata
C
Delhi
D
Chennai

Explain the concept of 'subsistence agriculture'.

A
Farming for commercial purposes to earn a profit.
B
Growing crops for export to other countries.
C
Producing enough food to feed the farmer's family, with little or no surplus for sale.
D
Large-scale farming using modern machinery and technology.

Mention any two characteristics of 'extractive industries'.

A
They involve the production of finished goods and services.
B
They are based on the extraction of raw materials from the earth, such as mining and fishing.
C
They focus on providing entertainment and leisure activities.
D
They are primarily involved in the transport sector.

What is the primary function of the 'WTO' (World Trade Organization)?

A
To promote tourism globally.
B
To regulate international trade and resolve trade disputes.
C
To provide military aid to developing nations.
D
To establish and manage global currencies.

Which of the following is a key feature of 'tertiary activities'?

A
Involvement in manufacturing and production of goods.
B
Extraction and gathering of natural resources.
C
Providing services rather than producing tangible goods.
D
Farming and animal husbandry.

What is the main advantage of 'pipeline transportation'?

A
It is suitable for transporting all types of goods.
B
It is a fast and efficient mode for transporting liquids and gases over long distances.
C
It requires high maintenance and is not eco-friendly.
D
It is the most flexible mode of transport.

Define the term 'Trans-Continental Railway'.

A
A railway line that runs within a single state.
B
A railway line that connects two major continents.
C
A railway line that crosses a continent, connecting two different coasts.
D
A railway line used only for tourist purposes.

Mention the main objective of the 'Integrated Tribal Development Project' in Bharmaur region.

A
To commercialize the region's natural resources.
B
To displace the tribal population.
C
To improve the quality of life of the Gaddis and bridge the development gap.
D
To promote industrial growth at the expense of local traditions.

What is a 'port'? Explain.

A
A large city with no access to the sea.
B
A facility for receiving and dispatching ships and boats.
C
An airport for international flights.
D
A landlocked area for storing goods.

Why are 'tertiary activities' considered crucial for modern economies?

A
They are the primary source of raw materials.
B
They provide essential services that support both primary and secondary sectors and improve the quality of life.
C
They are responsible for manufacturing all goods.
D
They have no connection to other economic sectors.

What is the primary role of a 'collector' in the context of transport?

A
A person who collects fares.
B
A mode of transport used for long-distance travel.
C
A type of transport that gathers and distributes goods from a central point.
D
A vehicle used exclusively for public transportation.

Explain the importance of 'satellite communication' for a country's development.

A
It is only used for military purposes.
B
It helps in connecting remote areas, providing weather forecasts, and assisting in disaster management.
C
It is a traditional and outdated mode of communication.
D
It is only beneficial for telecommunication.

Mention the full form of 'NABARD'.

A
National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development
B
National Authority for Bank and Rural Development
C
National Agricultural Board for Resource Development
D
National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Deposits

What is the primary objective of a 'metropolitan city' in the context of transport?

A
To serve as a small-scale transport hub.
B
To connect rural areas only.
C
To act as a central node for a vast network of transport routes, connecting different regions.
D
To focus on a single mode of transport.