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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?

  1. Renewable resource
  2. Developed resource
  3. Potential resource
  4. Reserve
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Potential resource

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. 1-Y, 2-X, 3-Z
  2. 1-Z, 2-Y, 3-X
  3. 1-X, 2-Z, 3-Y
  4. 1-Y, 2-Z, 3-X
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1-Y, 2-X, 3-Z

CBSE 2026 sample paper · 1 mark

What is essential for resource development to contribute to overall development?

  1. The availability of resources alone is enough.
  2. The presence of foreign invaders and their governance.
  3. Technological development and institutional changes.
  4. Only human resources can contribute to development.
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Technological development and institutional changes.

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

  1. Alluvial soil
  2. Laterite soil
  3. Red soil
  4. Black soil
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Laterite soil

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

  1. Laterite soil
  2. Forest soil
  3. Arid soil
  4. Black soil
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Arid soil

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.

  1. Alluvial Soil
  2. Black Soil
  3. Laterite Soil
  4. Arid Soil
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Black Soil

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. |

  1. Black soil, Red and Yellow soils
  2. Laterite soil, Black soil.
  3. Red & Yellow soils & Black soil.
  4. Black soil & Laterite soil.
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Black soil & Laterite soil.

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 |

  1. a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
  2. a-iii, b-ii, c-iv, d-i
  3. a-ii, b-iii, c-iv, d-i
  4. a-iii, b-ii, c-i, d-iv
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a-ii, b-iii, c-iv, d-i