Set – 1

30. Describe any five steps taken by the French Revolutionaries to create a sense of collective identity among the
French people. 5 OR

“Culture played an important role in creating the idea of the nation, in Europe.” Support the statement with
examples.

31. What are the major challenges which the political parties face in the present era? Explain. 5 OR

„Modern democracies cannot exist without political parties.‟ Analyse the statement.

32. What is the need for conservation of resources? Elucidate in the light of Gandhi‟s views. 5 OR

What are the steps involved in the complex process of resource planning? Why is resource planning important in
the context of a country like India.

33. What is basic idea behind the SHGs for the poor? Explain in your own words. 5 OR

“Banks plays an important role in the economic development of country.” Support the statement with example.

Set-2

30. Who was Giuseppe Mazzini? Describe his role in the unification of Italy. Or

Explain the measures introduced by the French Revolutionaries to create a sense of collective identity amongst the
people during the French Revolution. 5

31. What are the stages of resource planning in India? Why is it essential to have resource planning? Or

Suggest the methods of soil conservation suitable to Indian condition. 5

32. Discuss the Outcomes of Democracy. How does democracy ensure transparency and accountability? Or

“Democracy is better form of government than any other alternative” Analyse the statement.5

33. Analyze the role of Money and Credit in the Indian economy. Or

Explain the role of Self-Help Groups in the rural society.

30. "Culture played an important role in creating the idea of the nation in Europe." Support the statement with
examples. “OR

Discuss the role played by the women in nationalist struggles in Europe

31. Why are manufacturing industries considered as the backbone of economic development of a country?
Explain. OR

Explain any five measures to control Industrial Pollution.

32. Explain the various functions political parties perform in a democracy. OR

Suggest some reforms to strengthen political parties so that they perform their functions well.

33. Explain the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the rural society. OR

"The credit activities of the informal sector should be discouraged." Substantiate the statement with proper
arguments.

Set- 4

30. "Culture played an important role in creating the idea of the nation in Europe." Support the statement with
examples. " OR

Discuss the role played by the women in nationalist struggles in Europe.

31. Why are manufacturing industries considered as the backbone of economic development of a country? Explain.

OR Explain any five measures to control Industrial Pollution.

32. Explain the various functions political parties perform in a democracy. OR

Suggest some reforms to strengthen political parties so that they perform their functions well.

33. Explain the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the rural society. OR

"The credit activities of the informal sector should be discouraged." Substantiate the statement with proper
arguments. "
Set-5

1. 30. Analyze the measures adopted to prevent soil erosion. Enumerate the natural factors which lead to soil
erosion. OR
“There are many ways to solve the problems of land degradation.” Substantiate the statement with
illustrations.
2. 'Language is power, life and the instrument of culture, the instrument of liberation.' Justify the above
statement in light of the Nationalist Movement in Poland, Europe. 5 OR
'Importance of culture - art, poetry, stories and music help shape nationalist feelings.' Justify the above
statement with respect to European nationalism.
3. Political parties are posed with Numerous challenges in the present World. Identify and explain any five
challenges. OR
The democratic functioning of Institutions lies in the Strength of Political parties. Analyse the statement
with respect to functioning of Political parties.
4. Business is all about solving people's problems - at a profit.' Explain how banks function like a business
with respect to the above statement. OR
Evaluate the role of SHG(Self Help Groups) in the Emancipation of rural economy.

Set – 6

(A) . How did Balkans become the most serious source of nationalist tension in Europe after 1871.Explain with
examples. 5 OR

(B) . The unification of Germany was led by Otto von Bismarck, the chief minister of Prussia, with the help of the
Prussian army and bureaucracy. Explain the statement

31. (A). Conserving energy is important because it helps protect the environment, saves resources, and reduces
costs. Assess the statement. OR

(B) There is a pressing need using renewable energy sources in India. Explain with arguments 5

32. (A) In which way political party play an important role in a democracy? Elaborate your answer with suitable
arguments OR

(B) Suggest any five reforms to make political parties more democratic. 5

33. (A) Why is cheap and affordable credit important for the development of a country? Explain the statement .

OR (B) Credit can play a negative role. Justify the statement with arguments.