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CBSE 12 Political Science Question Paper-2018

CBSE 12 Political Science Question Paper-2018

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Political Science 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 Political Science 2018 Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is meant by 'Western Alliance'?

A
A military alliance formed during the Cold War
B
An economic partnership between the U.S. and European nations
C
A cultural exchange program between Western countries
D
A political movement promoting democracy in Asia

Which popular movement led to the empowerment of women?

A
The Women's Liberation Movement
B
The Civil Rights Movement
C
The Suffrage Movement
D
The Environmental Movement

What is meant by ‘Coalition Government’?

A
A government formed by a single party with a majority
B
A government formed by a group of political parties in agreement
C
A government led by military forces
D
A government formed after a coup d'etat

Which one of the following statements about the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka is false?

A
Politics in Sri Lanka openly favoured the Sinhalas.
B
Interests of Tamils were neglected.
C
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam were supported by the SAARC countries.
D
There was no political equality in Sri Lanka.

Analyse any one reason for the defeat of the Congress Party in 1977.

A
Failure to address economic issues.
B
Increased corruption scandals.
C
Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi.
D
Loss of support among rural voters.

Highlight any two aspects of the Indian Foreign Policy influenced by Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru.

A
Non-alignment and peaceful coexistence.
B
Focus on military alliances.
C
Integration with Western economic structures.
D
Promotion of the Cold War policies.

Show with one example how globalisation has affected the dress culture of India.

A
Increased adoption of western clothing among urban youth.
B
Complete rejection of traditional clothing.
C
Rise in popularity of regional clothing across all regions.
D
Decline of modern fashion trends.

List any four areas or regions which come under ‘Global Commons’.

A
Antarctica, oceans, outer space, and the atmosphere.
B
Agriculture, forests, fisheries, and trade routes.
C
Urban areas, deserts, mountains, and rivers.
D
National parks, beaches, forests, and roads.

Match the facts in Column A with those in Column B.

A
Architect of the Second Five Year Plan, P.C. Mahalanobis.
B
One of the leaders of Jana Sangh, Balraj Madhok.
C
Leader of the Swatantra Party, Minoo Masani.
D
Proponent of Hindu-Muslim Unity, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad.

Highlight any two factors which justify India’s claim to a permanent seat in the U.N. Security Council.

A
India’s population size and military strength.
B
India’s contribution to UN peacekeeping missions.
C
India’s advanced space technology.
D
India’s economic stability.

Explain any four steps taken by China that led to the rise of its economy.

A
Economic liberalization and opening up of markets.
B
Increased focus on military expenditure.
C
Shift towards socialist economic policies.
D
Emphasis on technological innovation and industrialization.

Highlight any four factors which justify India’s claim to a permanent seat in the U.N. Security Council.

A
India’s military strength and population.
B
India’s economic stability and diplomacy.
C
India’s contribution to UN peacekeeping and its geographical location.
D
India’s nuclear capability and veto power in international politics.

Describe any four activities of the Dalit Panthers to promote their interests.

A
Organizing social and political rallies.
B
Promoting Hindu-Muslim unity.
C
Fighting for the rights of Dalit students.
D
Advocating for the abolition of untouchability.

Mention any four Prime Ministers of India and name their respective coalitions that led the Union Government from 1989 to 1999.

A
Vishwanath Pratap Singh, National Front.
B
Indira Gandhi, Indian National Congress.
C
Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Bharatiya Janata Party.
D
I.K. Gujral, United Front.

Highlight any four factors which justify India’s claim to a permanent seat in the U.N. Security Council.

A
India’s growing economic influence.
B
India’s significant military power.
C
India’s leadership in international trade.
D
India’s substantial contribution to UN peacekeeping operations.

Explain any four steps taken by China that led to the rise of its economy.

A
Opening up of markets to foreign investment.
B
Strict import restrictions to protect local industries.
C
Reforms in state-owned enterprises.
D
Encouraging rural development through agricultural reforms.

Why did India distance herself from the two superpower camps during the Cold War?

A
India was focused on its non-alignment policy.
B
India wanted to avoid being involved in global conflicts.
C
India was pursuing socialist economic policies.
D
India wanted to maintain a neutral stance in global politics.

Explain any four benefits of the ‘Green Revolution’.

A
Increased agricultural productivity.
B
Boosted rural employment.
C
Improved quality of education in rural areas.
D
Reduced dependency on food imports.

Describe any four activities of the Dalit Panthers to promote their interests.

A
Advocating for social justice for Dalits.
B
Engaging in violent protests.
C
Promoting religious unity across communities.
D
Organizing political movements to raise Dalit voices.

Mention any four Prime Ministers of India and name their respective coalitions that led the Union Government from 1989 to 1999.

A
Vishwanath Pratap Singh, National Front.
B
Indira Gandhi, Indian National Congress.
C
Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Bharatiya Janata Party.
D
I.K. Gujral, United Front.

What are the main objectives of the ASEAN organization?

A
Promoting economic integration and peace.
B
Facilitating cultural exchange and tourism.
C
Countering military aggression from foreign powers.
D
Forming a common trade currency.

What is the full form of ASEAN?

A
Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
B
Asian Economic and Security Organization.
C
Association of South-East Asian Nations.
D
Allied South-East Asian Nations.

What does the ‘ASEAN Way’ mean?

A
A regional approach to peace through economic cooperation.
B
A method of peaceful resolution through dialogue and consensus.
C
A process of military cooperation and alliance.
D
A system to strengthen cultural ties and exchanges.

List the main factors that influenced the Cold War between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.

A
Ideological differences, military arms race, and economic rivalry.
B
Cultural differences, territorial disputes, and economic sanctions.
C
Political disagreements over war strategies and global expansion.
D
Competition in space technology and nuclear weapon development.

Explain the role of the Cuban Missile Crisis in the Cold War.

A
It marked the highest point of confrontation between the U.S. and USSR.
B
It was a result of direct military conflict between the U.S. and USSR.
C
It led to the formation of NATO.
D
It marked the collapse of the Soviet Union.

What is the main reason behind the success of globalization in India?

A
Economic liberalization and policy reforms.
B
Increased foreign military presence.
C
Technological advancements in communication.
D
Political stability and increased foreign investments.

What is the role of the United Nations in promoting global peace?

A
To mediate conflicts and enforce peace agreements.
B
To provide military intervention in wars.
C
To influence global economic policies.
D
To offer loans to developing countries.

Discuss the economic challenges faced by India after independence.

A
Lack of industrialization and reliance on agriculture.
B
Inflation and rapid population growth.
C
Dependence on foreign imports and the economic burden of partition.
D
Lack of skilled labor and global competition.

What does the term ‘Cold War’ refer to?

A
A period of intense rivalry between the U.S. and USSR without direct military conflict.
B
A military conflict between NATO and the Warsaw Pact.
C
A period of global warming caused by nuclear tests.
D
A diplomatic effort to end the Korean War.

Explain the significance of the Non-Aligned Movement during the Cold War.

A
It promoted neutrality and independence from both U.S. and Soviet influence.
B
It encouraged the development of military alliances between newly independent nations.
C
It led to the formation of a global economic block opposing capitalist economies.
D
It advocated for the expansion of communist regimes.