Social Studies Important Questions
High-frequency questions from BSE Telangana Class 10 Social Studies public exam — Geography, History, Civics, Economics, and Telangana-specific questions that appear almost every year.
Geography — Map and Physical Features
- 1On an outline map of India, mark and label: the Deccan Plateau, the Indo-Gangetic Plain, the Western and Eastern Ghats, and the Thar Desert
- 2Explain the factors that influence the climate of India — latitude, altitude, distance from sea, ocean currents, wind direction
- 3What is the monsoon? Describe the formation and impact of the South-West Monsoon on India
- 4Describe the major rivers of Telangana — Krishna and Godavari — their origin, tributaries, and importance
- 5What are the major soil types found in Telangana? Name the crops grown in each type of soil
History — Indian Freedom Movement
- 1Describe the causes, events, and results of the Non-Cooperation Movement launched by Gandhi in 1920
- 2What were the main causes of the 1857 revolt? Why did it fail? What were its consequences?
- 3Explain the significance of the Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha) of 1930 in the freedom struggle
- 4Who were the main leaders of the Telangana liberation struggle (Nizam rule)? Describe the role of Arya Samaj and Andhra Mahasabha
- 5What is the significance of the Quit India Movement of 1942? Describe how the people of India responded
Civics — Indian Constitution and Democracy
- 1What are the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution? List all 6 and explain any two
- 2Explain the structure of the Indian Parliament — Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and the role of the President
- 3What is the difference between fundamental rights and directive principles? Why are DPSPs not justiciable?
- 4Describe the role of the Supreme Court as the guardian of the Constitution
- 5What is universal adult franchise? Why is it important in a democracy? Describe how elections are conducted in India
Economics — Development and Livelihoods
- 1What is the difference between economic growth and economic development? Give two indicators of each
- 2Explain the three sectors of the Indian economy — primary, secondary, tertiary — with examples and their share in GDP
- 3What is globalisation? How has it affected Indian farmers and small industries?
- 4Describe the features of the informal sector in India. Why is it difficult to regulate?
- 5What are the major problems faced by Indian agriculture? Suggest three measures to improve the condition of farmers
Telangana State — Specific Questions
- 1Describe the formation of Telangana state in 2014 — causes, movement, and the role of key leaders
- 2What are the major rivers that flow through Telangana? What are the major irrigation projects on them?
- 3Describe the major agro-climatic zones of Telangana and the crops grown in each zone
- 4What are the major festivals of Telangana? Describe the cultural significance of Bathukamma
- 5Explain the contribution of Telangana to India in agriculture, IT, and industry — give examples of major centres