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CBSE 12 Sociology Question Paper-2021 Term-2

CBSE 12 Sociology Question Paper-2021 Term-2

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Sociology board exam questions from the year 2021 Term-2, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

2025-08-12
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 Sociology 2021 Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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Did the model of the South Asian colonial city cater to the needs of the natives? Give a reason for your answer.

A
Yes, the model catered to the needs of the natives by including spaces for recreational activities.
B
No, the model only catered to the needs of the European residents.
C
Yes, it provided equal access to resources like water and electricity.
D
No, the European town did not include any recreational facilities.

Do you think Sanskritisation is a gendered process? Give a reason for your answer.

A
Yes, because women often face greater challenges due to traditional norms.
B
No, it is not gendered; it is an equal process for both genders.
C
Yes, because the patriarchal structure often limits women’s access to Sanskritisation.
D
No, it affects men and women equally without bias.

What is subsistence agriculture?

A
Farming aimed at producing surplus for export.
B
Farming where the produce is primarily for the farmer’s family.
C
Farming with a focus on commercial production.
D
Farming on a large scale with industrial machinery.

Who were able to reap the most benefits from the Green Revolution and commercialisation of agriculture?

A
Small farmers who had access to government subsidies.
B
Medium and large farmers who could afford new technology.
C
Urban areas, where the focus shifted from rural to industrial farming.
D
Landless agricultural workers.

How can these movements be called autonomous?

A
Because they were entirely state-controlled.
B
Because they operated independently from government influence.
C
Because they were part of mainstream political movements.
D
Because they were influenced by international bodies.

Write about any one ideological change that was noticed in the autonomous women’s movement.

A
The shift from focusing on legal equality to emphasizing social and cultural issues.
B
A shift toward focusing solely on economic empowerment.
C
A focus on gender equality within traditional family structures.
D
The prioritization of global issues over local issues.

Compare the impact of just-in-time for the company vis-à-vis the worker.

A
It benefits the company but harms workers by increasing job insecurity.
B
It benefits workers by increasing job stability and the company.
C
It harms both the company and the worker in equal measure.
D
It benefits workers while harming the company.

Can we apply the distinction between old and new social movements in the Indian context?

A
Yes, the distinction is valid because the issues and goals of new movements are vastly different.
B
No, because the concerns of both movements overlap significantly.
C
Yes, new social movements focus more on issues of individual rights.
D
No, because old social movements in India were only about economic issues.

Differentiate between the organized and unorganized sector.

A
The organized sector is regulated by government laws, while the unorganized sector operates informally.
B
The unorganized sector is regulated, while the organized sector operates freely.
C
There is no difference between the two.
D
The organized sector is entirely voluntary, while the unorganized sector is compulsory.

Compare the experience of industrialization in the West with that of the Indian experience.

A
The West industrialized faster, with a stronger focus on labor rights.
B
India's industrialization was more focused on agriculture and rural development.
C
India’s industrialization happened more slowly and faced social and economic challenges.
D
The West faced fewer challenges in industrializing compared to India.

Elucidate the phenomena of modernity.

A
It is the process of social change influenced by science, technology, and secularization.
B
It is a period marked by traditional customs and rural living.
C
It refers to the revival of classical cultural practices.
D
It is the return to agrarian and pre-industrial social systems.

Identify and discuss the plight of the various stakeholders in the Bombay Textile strike of 1982.

A
The workers faced harsh conditions, while the mill owners sought profit and political influence.
B
Workers gained better wages, but mill owners faced economic collapse.
C
The strike did not affect the stakeholders significantly.
D
The workers benefited but the government imposed strict regulations.

Describe the social movement that led to the creation of Jharkhand.

A
A movement focused on the economic inequality between the tribal and non-tribal communities.
B
A peaceful political movement led by the youth.
C
A movement demanding better working conditions for the labor force.
D
A movement primarily seeking to improve the infrastructure of the region.

Show the relation between circulation of labor and feminization of agricultural labor force.

A
The circulation of labor leads to more men being employed, while women remain in the home.
B
The feminization of agricultural labor is linked to the migration of men for urban employment.
C
The feminization of labor leads to more women being employed in non-agricultural sectors.
D
There is no relation between labor circulation and the feminization of agricultural work.

How did the women’s movement in India evolve during the 1970s?

A
It became more focused on global feminist issues.
B
It focused mainly on legal reforms for women.
C
It evolved into autonomous movements for women’s empowerment.
D
It became largely a political movement with government involvement.

What role does modernity play in social change?

A
It maintains the status quo and resists change.
B
It accelerates changes in technology, culture, and social structures.
C
It focuses on returning to traditional customs.
D
It exclusively influences political changes, not social or economic changes.

How do just-in-time practices affect workers in the Indian manufacturing sector?

A
They lead to job security and work-life balance.
B
They create job instability and high pressure on workers.
C
They improve worker conditions and wages.
D
They lead to a significant reduction in working hours.

What are the social consequences of long working hours in the IT sector?

A
Improved mental health and well-being of workers.
B
Work-life imbalance and mental health issues.
C
Increased productivity and family satisfaction.
D
Reduction in overall stress and fatigue.

How can the distinction between old and new social movements be applied in India?

A
Old social movements were more focused on identity, while new movements focus on economic issues.
B
Old movements focused on traditional class issues, while new movements focus on individual rights.
C
There is no clear distinction; both focus on political power.
D
Old movements were centered around rural areas, and new movements are only in urban centers.

How did industrialization in India differ from that of the West?

A
Industrialization in India happened without facing social issues.
B
India industrialized slower, with more attention to rural development.
C
The West had no social issues during industrialization, unlike India.
D
Both India and the West faced similar challenges in industrialization.

What were the main consequences of the Bombay Textile strike of 1982?

A
Workers achieved higher wages and improved working conditions.
B
The strike led to factory closures but improved worker rights.
C
Workers lost their jobs, but owners gained profits.
D
The strike had no impact on the industry or the workers.

What was the role of the women’s movement in the 1970s in India?

A
It was primarily focused on urban issues, ignoring rural women.
B
It was mainly a reaction to colonial policies.
C
It led to the formation of autonomous women’s organizations.
D
It was led by the government to improve women’s position in society.

What impact did the Green Revolution have on agriculture in India?

A
It led to self-sufficiency in food grain production.
B
It resulted in a decline in agricultural productivity.
C
It only benefited large landowners and not small farmers.
D
It created a strong shift from manual labor to technology-driven farming.

How did the social movement in Jharkhand lead to the formation of the state?

A
It was a movement primarily for economic reasons.
B
It was led by the tribal population seeking political and cultural autonomy.
C
It was led by non-tribal communities seeking better governance.
D
It was a movement aimed at securing resources for the agriculture sector.

What is an ecological movement?

A
A movement focused on environmental conservation and sustainable practices.
B
A movement focused on industrial growth.
C
A movement aimed at increasing urbanization and population density.
D
A movement focused on the expansion of agricultural land.

What is the feminization of agricultural labor?

A
It refers to the increasing number of men working in agriculture.
B
It refers to more women entering agricultural labor as primary workers.
C
It means the decline of agriculture as a male-dominated industry.
D
It means women leaving agricultural labor for urban jobs.

What is the main difference between old and new social movements in the Indian context?

A
Old social movements focused on economic issues, while new movements focus on identity and rights.
B
Old movements were centered around nationalism, while new movements are focused on global issues.
C
Old social movements were led by the state, while new ones are largely grassroots-based.
D
There is no difference; both old and new movements focus on political power.

What are the impacts of modernization on the traditional family structure in India?

A
Modernization strengthens the traditional family structure by reinforcing old customs.
B
Modernization leads to a shift in family roles and relationships.
C
Modernization eliminates the need for family structures.
D
Modernization has no impact on the family structure in India.

What were the main features of the Green Revolution in India?

A
Use of high-yielding varieties of seeds, chemical fertilizers, and better irrigation.
B
Focus on increasing agricultural exports and urbanization.
C
Introduction of mechanized farming techniques to replace manual labor.
D
Promotion of subsistence farming and traditional agricultural methods.

How did industrialization impact social relations in India?

A
It led to the strengthening of traditional family structures.
B
It caused a shift from agrarian to industrial society, changing family dynamics and work patterns.
C
It did not have any significant impact on social relations.
D
It resulted in the rise of agricultural practices and decline in industrial work.