Revision class 10

Resource and development

Multiple choice questions 1*10-10

1.All the minerals, water resources, forests, wildlife, land within the political boundaries and oceanic area
up to __________ from the coast termed as territorial water and resources therein belong to the nation.
a) 20 nautical miles

b) 25 nautical miles

c) 15 nautical miles

d) 12 nautical miles

2._______ are the subset of the ______, which can be put into use with the help of existing technical
‘know-how’, but their use has not been started.
a) Reserves, developed resources

b) Stocks, reserves

c) Developed resources, stock

d) Reserves, stock

3.Which of the following statements about Agenda 21 is true?

a) It aims at achieving global sustainable development.

b) It is an agenda to combat environmental damage, poverty and disease through global cooperation.

c) One of the major objectives of Agenda 21 is that every local government should not draw its own local
Agenda 21.

d) Option (a) and (b).

4.The state of Rajasthan is very well endowed with solar and _______ energy but lacks water resources.

a) Geothermal

b) Hydro

c) Wind

d) Tidal
5.The Brundtland Commission Report published in ________, shared ideas about sustainable development
and how it could be achieved.

a) 1997

b) 1987

c) 1992

d) 1977

6.The pattern of the net sown area varies greatly from one state to another. It is over 80 per cent of the total
area in _______.

a) Madhya Pradesh

b) Assam

c) Rajasthan

d) Punjab
7.Land which is left uncultivated for more than 5 agricultural years is known as ________.

a) Culturable wasteland

b) Barren land

c) Pastures

d) Fallow Lands

8.Assertion (A): Arid soil is unsuitable for cultivation.

Reason (R): Arid soil is generally sandy in texture and saline in nature. It restricts the filtration of water.

9.Assertion (A): The availability of resources is a necessary condition for the development of any region.

Reason (R): Lal Bahadur Shastri was against mass production and wanted to replace it with the production
by the masses.

10.Assertion (A): An equitable distribution of resources has become essential for a sustained quality of life
and global peace.
Reason (R): Resource planning is essential for sustainable existence of all forms of life.

Mark the option which is most suitable:

(a) If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

(b) If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

(c) If assertion is true but reason is false.

(d) If both assertion and reason are false.

11.Case Study (1*4-4)

Case Study Question

Resources are vital for any developmental activity. But irrational consumption and over-utilisation of
resources may lead to socioeconomic and environmental problems. To overcome these problems, resource
conservation at various levels is important. This had been the main concern of the leaders and thinkers in
the past. For example, Gandhiji was very apt in voicing his concern about resource conservation in these
words: “There is enough for everybody’s need and not for any body’s greed.” He placed the greedy and
selfish individuals and exploitative nature of modern technology as the root cause for resource depletion at
the global level. He was against mass production and wanted to replace it with the production by the
masses.

Answer the Questions :-

(i) What is the root cause of the resource depletion at the global level ?

(ii) Irrational consumption and over-utilisation of resources may lead to__________

(iii) “There is enough for everybody’s need and not for any body’s greed.” Explain this statement.

(iv) What had been the main concern of the leaders and thinkers in the past?

Case study 2- (2*2-4)

Sustainable development is a global imperative, seeking to meet the needs of the present without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It encompasses economic, social,
and environmental dimensions, recognizing their interdependence. In pursuit of sustainable development,
societies are adopting eco-friendly technologies, promoting renewable energy, and reducing waste. Social
equity and inclusion are also vital aspects, ensuring that the benefits of development reach all strata of
society. Sustainable development necessitates responsible consumption and production, conservation of
biodiversity, and addressing climate change. As we grapple with global challenges, it is crucial to
remember that a sustainable future is not an option but an imperative. It requires collective action,
innovative solutions, and a commitment to leaving behind a world that is both prosperous and habitable for
future generations.
Q1) What are the various problem arises due to irrational use of resources?
Q2) What is Agenda 21 in sustainable development? 2

Short answer type questions (3*2)

1.What is soil? Analyse the factors which help in the formation of soil.
2.What is resource planning? Give three phases of resource planning.
Answers

Mcqs

1.D

2.D

3.D

4.C

5.B

6.D

7.D
8.c) A is true but R is false. Due to dry climate and high temperature, evaporation is faster and the soil
lacks humus and moisture that is why it becomes unfit for cultivation.

9.c) A is true but R is false. Resources are vital for any developmental activity. But irrational consumption
and over-utilisation of resources may lead to socio-economic and environmental problems. Mahatma
Gandhi placed the greedy and selfish individuals and exploitative nature of modern technology as the root
cause for resource depletion at the global level. He was against mass production and wanted to replace it
with the production by the masses.

10.a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. An equitable distribution of resources
has become essential for a sustained quality of life and global peace. If the present trend of resource
depletion by a few individuals and countries continues, the future of our planet is in danger.

Case study 1

1.the greedy and selfish individuals and exploitative nature of modern technology .

2.Socio economic and environmental issues.

3.There is enough for everybody's need and not for everybody's greed". Mahatma Gandhi said that Mother
Nature has provided resources that are sufficient for everyone but people because of their greedy nature are
trying to keep a lot more than what is required for themselves creating socio-economic disparities.

4.irrational consumption and over utilisation of natural resources.

Case study 2

1.Depletion of resources for satisfying the greed of a few individuals

Accumulation of resources in few hands, which, in turn, divided the society into two segments i.e. haves
and have nots or rich and poor.
Indiscriminate exploitation of resources has led to global ecological crises such as, global warming, ozone
layer depletion, environmental pollution and land degradation
2.Answer Agenda 21 is to agenda to combat environmental damage, poverty, disease through global
co-operation on common interests, mutual needs and shared responsibilities adopted in United national
conference on Environment and development held in 1992 in Brazil.

Short answer

1.The uppermost layer of earth is called soil. It is the most important renewable natural resource. It is the
medium of plant growth and supports different types of living organisms on the earth.
The four main factors which help in the formation of soil are:
Relief, parent rock or bed rock, climate, vegetation and other forms of life and time are important factors in
the formation of soil.

• Various forces of nature such as change in temperature, actions of running water, wind and glaciers,
activities of decomposers etc. contribute to the formation of soil.
• Chemical and organic changes which take place in the soil are equally important.

2.Resource planning is proper and judicious planning of resources.

The phases of resource planning are:
• Identification and inventory of resources across various regions of the country. It involves surveying,
mapping, qualitative and quantitative estimation and measurement of the resources.
• Evolving a planning structure, endowed with appropriate technological skill and institutional set up for
implementing resource development plans.
• Matching the resource development with overall national development plans.