Kerala Syllabus Class 9 Social Science Model Question Paper Set 3 English Medium

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Kerala Syllabus Std 9 Social Science Model Question Paper Set 3 English Medium

Max Score: 80
Time : 21⁄2 hrs.

Instructions

• First 15 minutes is cool off time.
• Read the questions and instructions carefully before writing the answers.
• While answering the questions consider score and time.

I. Answer all questions from 1 to 11 (4 × 1 = 4)

Question 1.
Fa Hien was from which country?
(a) Greece
(b) China
(c) Rome
(d) Persia
Answer:
(b) China

Question 2.
Remuneration from labour is called ______
(a) Profit
(b) Wage
(c) Interest
(d) Rent
Answer:
(b) Wage

Question 3.
Where is Ajanta Caves situated?
(a) Madhya Pradesh
(b) Uttar Pradesh
(c) Karnataka
(d) Maharashtra
Answer:
(d) Maharashtra

Question 4.
The ______ River is the main river flowing through the Punjab Plains.
(a) Ganga
(b) Indus
(c) Brahmaputhra
(d) Yamuna
Answer:
(b) Indus

Question 5.
Match factors of production with its remuneration. (2 × 4 = 8)

Factors of production		Remuneration
A	Land	a	Interest
B	Labour	b	Profit
C	Capital	c	Rent
D	Entrepreneurship	d	Wage

Answer:

Factors of production		Remuneration
A	Land	c	Rent
B	Labour	d	Wage
C	Capital	a	Interest
D	Entrepreneurship	b	Profit

Question 6.
Match the column A with B

A	B
Founder of Mauryan Kingdom	Kautilya
Greek Envoy	Asoka
Arthashastra	Chandragupta Maurya
Inscriptions	Megasthenes

Answer:

A	B
Founder of Mauryan Kingdom	Chandragupta Maurya
Greek Envoy	Megasthenes
Arthashastra	Kautilya
Inscriptions	Asoka

Question 7.
What are the major changes found in Neolithic age? (4 × 2 = 8)
Answer:
The major changes of Neolithic age:

• Domestication of animals
• Beginning of agriculture
• Introduction of Pottery
• Usage of bricks made of clay
• Social groups

Question 8.
Define Barter system with its merits and demerits.
Answer:
The producer charges a fixed price and exchanges the product in markets. The system followed in the early days was that goods were exchanged for goods. This is known as the Barter system.

Merits of barter system	Demerits of barter system
Simple system	Lack of common measure of values
Natural resources are not over exploited.	Difficulty in storage of goods

Question 9.
List the common ideas propounded by the Buddha and Mahavira.
Answer:

• They denied the authenticity of the Vedas.
• Ideas were spread in the common people’s (Pali) language.
• The theory of Ahimsa was propagated.
• They will oppose the caste system and sacrifices.
• Asceticism

Question 10.
What are Shola forests, and where are they found?
Answer:
The subtropical vegetation along the Nilgiris, Palani, Anamalai, etc, are called as Shola forests.

Question 11.
a) Which are the major divisions of Ganga Plain? (1 × 4 = 4)
b) Identify and mark it in the given outline map of India.
Answer:
a) The three divisions of Ganga plains are:
A- Upper Ganga Plain
B- Middle Ganga Plain
C- Lower Ganga Plain

II. Answer any 8 questions from 12 to 20 (8 × 3 = 24)

Question 12.
How is the Mesolithic age different from the Palaeolithic age? (1 × 4 = 4)
Answer:
The word ‘Mesolithic’ is derived from two Greek words ‘mesos’ (middle) and ‘lithos’ (stone). The Mesolithic is the stage of transition from the Palaeolithic age to the Neolithic age. In India, the development of communication was mainly seen during this Mesolithic age.
Features of the Mesolithic age:

• Use of microliths or very small stone tools
• Indications of domestication of animals
• Amusements
• Division of labour based on gender
• Apart from hunting and gathering, fishing also became a means of livelihood

Question 13.
Define Human capital formation. What are the factors that influence human capital formation?
Answer:

• Human capital formation is the additions made over periods of time to the stock of human capital.
• Factors influencing human capital formation include education, healthcare, job training, migration and access to information.

Question 14.
What is the significance of ‘Loo’ during the hot weather season in the North Indian Plain?
Answer:
‘Loo’ is a hot, dry, and oppressive wind that blows from the desert region of Rajasthan to the Ganga Plain during the months of May and June, significantly contributing to the severe heat in the North Indian Plain.

Question 15.
What are the problems that arise when the population increases?
Answer:

• Poverty
• Unemployment
• Starvation
• Resource depletion.
• Environment degradation
• Insufficient public services

Question 16.
How does the folding process helps the formation of the Himalayas and Alps?
Answer:
The Himalayas and the Alps were formed through a process called folding. Fold mountains are formed due to the compression of sedimentary rock strata of the earth’s crust.

Question 17.
Differentiate between Flexible and Rigid Amendment
Answer:
Flexible amendment: The Parliament can amend certain provisions of the Constitution of India with a simple majority through procedures similar to ordinary legislation. E.g., name of the states, boundaries, citizenship, etc.

Rigid Amendment: A special majority of both houses of the Parliament is required to make amendments to certain important provisions. E.g., Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, etc.

Question 18.
Explain the following.
a) Open unemployment,
b) Structural unemployment
c) Disguised Unemployment
Answer:
There are various types of unemployment in the country. The important ones are given below:
a) Open unemployment: willing to work but unemployed.
b) Structural unemployment: job loss due to the introduction of new technology.
c) Disguised unemployment: a condition where more than the number of labourers required are employed in the production process without any change in total output.

Question 19.
“The President is the executive head of the State”- substantiate the statement.
Answer:
The Political Executive consists of the President, the Vice President, and the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister.

• The President is the head of the executive
• The President is elected by an Electoral College, which consists of the elected members of both Houses of the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies only.
• The term of office of the president is five years.

Functions of a president:

• Summon the Parliament
• Dissolve the Lok Sabha
• Appoint the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, State Governors

Question 20.
As the geographical conditions are favourable, the entire Himalayan region has become a zone with high economic potential for tourism. Justify.
Answer:
Travels associated with pilgrimage were what initiated the development of tourism in these regions. There are several pilgrim centres in this region, such as Kailas, Manasarovar, Amarnath and Hema Kund Sahib. These places have been attracting travellers for centuries. The second phase of tourism development in the Himalayan Mountain region began in the 19th century when the British identified the area’s favourable climate.

The resort towns such as Shimla, Darjeeling, Shillong, Almora, Ranikhet, Mussoorie and Nainital are important tourist centres. The third stage of modern tourism development began in the Himalayan region after the conquest of Mount Everest by Sherpa Tenzing Norgay and Edmond Hillary on 29th May 1953.

III. Answer any 5 questions from 21 to 26 (5 × 4 = 20)

Question 21.
Analyse the different Stone Age periods on the basis of the hints given below.
(Hints: Tools, Ways of living, communication).
Answer:

	Palaeolithic age	Mesolithic age	Neolithic age
Tools	Rough stone tools	Micro stone tools	Polished stone tools
Ways of living	Hunting, gathering	Hunting, gathering and fishing	Animal husbandry
Communication	Cave painting	Cave painting	Cave painting

Question 22.
Do you think that the geographical features are the main reasons for the growth of Magadha? Why?
Answer:
Yes, Magadha was a fertile region with good rainfall. There were large deposits of iron ore also. The iron needed for tools and weapons was readily available. Elephants were an important factor in wars in those days. Elephants were available in large numbers in the forests of Magadha. This ensured Magadhan’s victory in battles. The Ganga and its tributaries provided easy transportation of goods.

Question 23.
a) Identify the cropping season.
I. (From June to September)
II. (From April to June)

b) Write two examples of crops for each cropping season that you identified.
Answer:
a) I. Khariff season
II. Zaid Season
b) Khariff season – Rice, Cotton, Jute, Bajra Zaid Season – Vegetables, Fruits, Fodder.

Question 24.
“Indian constitution is the largest written constitution.”
a) Do you agree with this statement? Substantiate your answer.
b) Write a note on the Indian constitution.
Answer:
a) Yes. I do agree with this statement because it is a comprehensive and extensive document containing about one and a half million words.

b) The Constitution of India was drafted by the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly constituted on 6th December 1946 on the recommendation of the Cabinet Mission, which lasted for 2 years, 11 months and 17 days from 9 December 1946. The Constitution of India was adopted on 26 November 1949 and had 395 articles and 8 schedules in 22 parts:

Features of the Indian constitution:

• Parliamentary Democracy
• Rigid and Flexible Structure
• Fundamental Rights
• Fundamental Duties
• Directive Principles of State Policy
• Bicameral Legislature
• Federalism with a strong Central Government
• An Independent and Impartial Judiciary
• Independent Constitutional Institutions

Question 25.
a) Define Tropical deciduous forest
b) Differentiate moist and dry deciduous forest
Answer:
a. Tropical Deciduous Forest

• • These are the most widespread natural forests in the Peninsular Plateau.
• • This vegetation is generally confined to the regions receiving 70 to 200 cm of annual rainfall.
• Based on the availability of rainfall, Tropical deciduous forests are divided into two:
  • Moist deciduous forests
  • Dry deciduous forests

b. Moist deciduous forests are found in areas receiving 100 to 200 cm annual rainfall. This type of vegetation is commonly found along the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats. Teak, Sal, Shisham, Mouva, Sandalwood, etc., are common in these forests. Dry deciduous forests are confined to the other parts of the Peninsular Plateau, receiving 70 to 100 cm of annual rainfall. With the onset of droughts, these trees completely shed their leaves, and the forests turn to grasslands having leafless trees. Teak, rosewood, axlewood, bamboo, etc, are common here.

Question 26.
How does unemployment affect our lives?
Answer:

• The most immediate effect of unemployment is financial difficulties.
• Unemployment can lead to social isolation and feelings of loneliness.
• Unemployment has negative effects on physical health as well.
• Extended periods of unemployment can
• hinder career advancement and personal development.
• High levels of unemployment can have broader social and economic implications. for communities.

IV. (Answer any 2 questions from 27 to 29) (2 × 6 = 12)

Question 27.
Discuss the various stages of growth from a tribal political system to Mahajanapadas and their characteristics.
Answer:
In the Vedic period, the tribal social system was in existence. With the spread of agriculture, these tribal groups started living in one place permanently. These were known as’ Janapadas’. The growth of agriculture led to the growth of towns and cities. Some regulation was needed to coordinate and regulate various economic activities. Their relationship with agriculture and soil grew and this shaped their vision of the region. In the Buddhist work ‘Anguttaranikaya’, 16 nations are mentioned after coming into existence in this way.

These were known as Mahajanapadas. These changes to nation-building came to be known as the Second Urbanism. The Mahajanapadas had an efficient tax collection system and a stable army. Crops and livestock were the main sources of income. A large number of officials were present. The Mahajanapadas had forts and capital cities.

Question 28.
Explain the role of Education, Health and Migration in the formation of the human capital.
Answer:
Education:
Through education, people can use modern technology effectively, acquire better jobs, earn more income, and thereby become an asset for the growth of the country. Through education, it is also possible to create a society with a high sense of values. Development of human resources into human capital requires massive investment in the public, cooperative and private sectors. This funding allows for the implementation of educational policies and the development of innovative projects in the education sector. This is crucial for economic growth and development.

Health:
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as a state of physical, mental and social well-being. People with poor health cannot contribute effectively to the progress of the country unless they receive adequate consideration and healthcare. Healthcare plays a fundamental role in human resource development by influencing people’s productivity and increasing the quality of life. Healthcare centers are functioning in public, private and cooperative sectors. Healthcare activities are being carried out efficiently in the the public sector with a focus on public welfare.

Migration:
Migration is the permanent or temporary movement of people from one region to another region. It is the responsibility of the Government to observe and understand the regional changes resulting from migration and bear the expenditure to meet the basic needs. This helps to form the human capital in the region.

Question 29.
a) The Supreme Court of India is the apex judicial authority in the country. Elucidate.
b) Explain the Powers of Supreme Court.

Answer:
a. The Supreme Court acts as the supreme interpreter of the Constitution and the guardian of fundamental rights while providing solutions to various legal disputes. The Supreme Court came into existence on 28 January 1950. The retirement age of Supreme Court judges is 65 years. The Parliament has the power to remove Judges of the Supreme Court before completing his/her term. It is before the President that the Chief Justice and other judges take oath as well as submit their resignation.

b. Original Jurisdiction:
Certain matters that can be resolved only by the Supreme Court come within the ambit of this jurisdiction. E.g., Centre-State Disputes.

Appellate Jurisdiction:
The Supreme Court is the highest appellate court. Therefore, it has the jurisdiction to entertain appeals against the judgement of any lower court in the country.

Advisory Jurisdiction:
The Supreme Court has a constitutional obligation to give legal advice on any matter demanded by the President.

Writ Jurisdiction:
The Supreme Court has the power to issue special orders in the form of writs for the protection of fundamental rights when they are violated.

Judicial Review:
Judiciary is the most powerful force in carrying out its role as the guardian of the Constitution with its judicial review.