Pre-Board Exam 2023-2024 - Social Science Set 1

A crop that is not used for food, such as cotton or jute.

A statement that is true, but the reason given for it is not the correct explanation.

The Frankfurt Parliament was a national assembly that met in the church of St. Paul in 1848.

Kerala has a high female literacy rate and strong health facilities, contributing to a lower infant mortality rate.

Printing had the potential to destroy despotism by allowing ideas to spread widely.

The primary sector, particularly the unorganized sector, is the most vulnerable to unemployment.

The process of converting agricultural land into commercial and residential complexes can stimulate economic growth and improve infrastructure, but it also leads to the loss of agricultural productivity and environmental damage.

The spread of crops like potatoes, maize, and tomatoes through long-distance travel highlights the cultural exchange that accompanied trade and exploration.

Democracy allows for the will of the people, but when power is concentrated in one hand, it can override the people's will.

Everyone having a chance to contribute ideas is fair and allows for learning and improvement.

Tea plants thrive in tropical and subtropical climates with well-drained soil and frequent showers.

Increasing temperatures could affect the growth and flavor of Assam tea, and erratic rainfall could impact irrigation and yield.

Luther would appreciate the democratization of information in the digital age, similar to the impact of the printing press, but he might also be concerned about the potential for information overload and misuse.

Recognising the importance of language and culture, India reorganized its states in 1956 based on linguistic and cultural similarities.

Final goods are used for final consumption and are not included in GDP to avoid double counting, while intermediate goods are used in the production of other goods and are not included in GDP.

The SHGs (Self-Help Groups) within the "Freedom Collectives" empowered women by providing financial independence, decision-making autonomy, and social empowerment.

The Balkan region was a complex mix of ethnicities and nationalities, leading to intense competition for territory, which triggered wars and eventually, the First World War.

The French Revolution introduced concepts of national unity, citizenship, and a common language, fostering a sense of national identity.

Maria's lack of social security leaves her vulnerable to financial instability and lack of access to healthcare and other benefits for the unorganized sector.

Diversifying tourism, empowering local businesses, implementing sustainable practices, investing in human capital, and promoting inclusive governance can help Serenity Bay thrive while preserving its unique charm.

The community should engage in dialogue with the mining company, enforce safety measures, adopt sustainable mining practices, strengthen regulations, and invest in community development to address the issues of mining operations.

Creating a new energy future requires education programs, grassroots initiatives, governmental support, community-based solutions, and responsible consumption.

Political party reforms should include internal regulations, quotas for women, state funding of elections, candidate qualifications, and citizen engagement to improve transparency and accountability.

Dynastic succession within political parties undermines transparency, limits opportunities for ordinary members, and concentrates power in families, ultimately harming democracy.

Gandhi's non-cooperation movement successfully mobilized masses, created economic impact, held symbolic importance, and aimed for moral high ground, but it had limitations due to instances of violence.

Gandhi started with small acts of non-cooperation to build mass support, test the government's response, educate the public, align with the socio-political context, and avoid immediate repression.

Nehru viewed dams as symbols of progress, economic development, and harnessing natural resources for the nation's benefit, but they also create interstate water disputes due to competition for shared resources.

Per capita income is a measure of average income per person, but it does not reflect wealth distribution or other factors like life expectancy and environmental quality.