Resources and Development
CBSE Class 10 · Social Science · Chapter 6
Past board exam questions
CBSE 2027 sample paper · 1 mark
A mineral deposit, that is known but cannot be used currently due to lack of technology, fits into which category of resources?
- Renewable resource
- Developed resource
- Potential resource
- Reserve
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CBSE 2027 sample paper · 1 mark
Which of the following options is the correct match? | Column I | Column II | |---|---| | 1. Equitable distribution of resources | X. Ensures long-term survival of all life forms | | 2. Sustainable existence | Y. Prevents concentration of resources in a few hands | | 3. Resource planning | Z. Balances current development with conservation for the future | Choose the correct option-
- 1-Y, 2-X, 3-Z
- 1-Z, 2-Y, 3-X
- 1-X, 2-Z, 3-Y
- 1-Y, 2-Z, 3-X
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CBSE 2026 sample paper · 1 mark
What is essential for resource development to contribute to overall development?
- The availability of resources alone is enough.
- The presence of foreign invaders and their governance.
- Technological development and institutional changes.
- Only human resources can contribute to development.
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CBSE 2026 board paper · 1 mark
Identify the correct soil from the given options to complete the flow chart : Heavy Rainfall + High Leaching → ? → Useful for growing Coffee and Tea
- Alluvial soil
- Laterite soil
- Red soil
- Black soil
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CBSE 2026 board paper · 1 mark
Read the given infographics carefully and choose the correct option that identifies the soil described. (1) Sandy in texture → (2) Red to brown in colour → (3) Soil lacks humus due to dry climate
- Laterite soil
- Forest soil
- Arid soil
- Black soil
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CBSE 2026 board paper · 1 mark
Identify the soil with the help of the following informations given in the box and choose the correct option : • It is made up of extremely fine material. • It is rich in soil nutrients. • It is ideal for growing cotton.
- Alluvial Soil
- Black Soil
- Laterite Soil
- Arid Soil
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CBSE 2026 sample paper · 1 mark
Identify the appropriate option to fill in the empty boxes: Classification of Soils | Alluvial | ? | ? | |---|---|---| | Ideal for the growth of sugarcane, paddy, wheat and other cereal and pulse crops. | Ideal for growing cotton | suitable for crops like cashew nut. |
- Black soil, Red and Yellow soils
- Laterite soil, Black soil.
- Red & Yellow soils & Black soil.
- Black soil & Laterite soil.
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CBSE 2026 board paper · 1 mark
Match Column I with Column II and choose the correct option : | Column I (Type of Soil) | Column II (Characteristic) | |---|---| | a. Alluvial soil | i. Sandy in texture and saline in nature | | b. Black soil | ii. Very fertile, containing potash, phosphorus and lime | | c. Laterite soil | iii. Made from lava parent rocks, suitable for cotton cultivation | | d. Arid soil | iv. Decrease in humus content in semi-arid environment |
- a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
- a-iii, b-ii, c-iv, d-i
- a-ii, b-iii, c-iv, d-i
- a-iii, b-ii, c-i, d-iv