GEOGRAPHY HOLIDAY HOME WORK

MAP ATLAS-MULTIPLE ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY

GYAN BHARATI SCHOOL
CLASS X

NAME:
CLASS: SEC
ROLL-NO:

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BASIC MAP RULES

1. Items should be labeled and located correctly.

2. The TITLE must be located either at the top or within the MAP KEY.
3. Legend is easy-to-find and contains a complete set of symbols.
4. The Map Key can use symbols like: ∆,○, ◊, ♦ for legend or colours.
5. Only use sharpened pencil.

Rubrics for assessing map work

➢ Completeness: all items are marked 5 marks

➢ Accuracy:all items are located in correct place. 5 marks
➢ Map elements-proper heading,legend/symbols . 5 marks
➢ Neatness: legible handwriting,items are labelled neatly 5 marks
total 20 marks which will be scaled down to 5.

Mark the following items on the Political Map of India and the atlas to be spiral bound and
submitted after summer holidays.

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Chapter 1: Resources and Development

a. Major soil Types

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CH.3 Water Resources (AS DOTS)

DAMS:

1. Salal
2. Bhakra Nangal
3. Tehri
4. Rana Pratap Sagar
5. Sardar Sarovar
6. Hirakud
7. Nagarjuna Sagar
8. Tungabhadra

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Chapter 4: Agriculture a. Major areas of Rice and Wheat. (REFER BOOK)

a. Largest / Major producer(State) of Sugarcane(U.P), Tea(Assam), Coffee(Karnataka),

Rubber(kerela), Cotton(Maharastra) and Jute(west Bengal) .

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Chapter 5: Minerals and Energy Resources Minerals

IRON ORE MINES • Mayurbhanj • Durg • Bailadila • Bellary • Kudremukh

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COAL MINES • Raniganj • Bokaro • Talcher • Neyveli

OIL FIELDS • Digboi • Naharkatia • Mumbai High • Bassien • Kalol •Ankaleshwar

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POWER PLANTS
Thermal • Namrup • Singrauli • Ramagundam
Nuclear • Narora • Kakrapara • Tarapur • Kalpakkam

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Chapter 6: Manufacturing Industries

COTTON TEXTILE INDUSTRIES: a. Mumbai b. Indore c. Surat d. Kanpur e.

Coimbatore .

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IRON AND STEEL PLANTS: a. Durgapur b. Bokaro c. Jamshedpur d. Bhilai

e. Vijayanagar f. Salem

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SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY PARKS: a. Noida b. Gandhinagar c. Mumbai
d. Pune e. Hyderabad f. Bengaluru g. Chennai h. Thiruvananthapuram

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Chapter 7: Lifelines of National Economy

MAJOR PORTS: a. Kandla b. Mumbai

c. Marmagao d. New Mangalore e. Kochi f. Tuticorin
g. Chennai h. Vishakhapatnam i. Paradip j. Haldia

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INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS:

a. Amritsar (Raja Sansi) b. Delhi (Indira Gandhi International)

c. Mumbai (Chhatrapati Shivaji) d. Chennai (Meenam Bakkam)

e. Kolkata (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose) f. Hyderabad (Rajiv Gandhi)

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 CLASS X
GEOGRAPHY
CH:2-NATURAL VEGETATION AND WILD LIFE
Learning is not just about what happens in the classroom—it is a journey that continues beyond textbooks
and lessons. Self-study is a powerful tool that will help you take charge of your learning, develop curiosity
and build confidence in your abilities.
This chapter, "Vegetation and Wildlife," is not just about facts; it is about understanding the delicate balance
of nature and our role in conservation. I encourage you to:
➢ Read the chapter – make notes, underline key points and ask questions.
➢ Create mind maps and flowcharts – these will help you organize information and understand
connections.
➢ Practice answering questions – challenge yourself to explain concepts without looking at the
textbook.
➢ Think beyond the book – research real-life examples, watch documentaries and explore how
conservation happens in your own surroundings

Self-study will sharpen your thinking, enhance your memory, and make you an independent learner. It is a
habit that will not only help you in exams but also in life.

Brief of the Chapter: Vegetation and Wildlife

This chapter highlights the rich biodiversity of India, emphasizing the interdependence between flora, fauna,
and humans. It explains the different types of forests and wildlife resources, their distribution, and the
importance of conservation. The chapter also covers government initiatives like Project Tiger, Wildlife
Protection Act and Joint Forest Management (JFM), along with the role of communities in conservation
efforts. Sacred groves and traditional beliefs are also discussed, showcasing how cultural practices
contribute to environmental protection.
You are expected to make mind maps or different topics stated below in assignment sheets in landscape
mode.
Mind maps should include all the important points mentioned in the book. There should be five mind maps,
hand written.
Clarity & Organization- Well-structured, clear hierarchy of main and subtopics, logical flow. 5M
Content Accuracy -Covers all key points of the chapter with accurate details 5M
Use of Keywords & Concepts- Uses appropriate keywords and concepts effectively. 5M
Visual Appeal & Creativity Engaging, uses colours, symbols, arrows, branches effectively. 5M
Neatness & Presentation- Well-drawn, neat, easy to read and understand. 5M
TOTAL=25M
Mind Map Layout:
TOPC-1 : “BIODIVERSITY”
SUBTOPICS
➢ Biodiversity-definition and examples
➢ Ecological Role-examples
➢ Importance of Forests-examples
➢ Flora and Fauna in India-examples
➢ Threats and Conservation
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlWNuzrqe7U
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nH3SDhcqXo
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHhspf5IfdE&t=9s

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Topic-2 Conservation of Forests and Wildlife
SUBTOPICS
➢ Importance of Conservation-examples
➢ Wildlife Protection Act (1972)-provision
➢ Conservation Projects-examples
➢ Expansion of wild life Protection act -examples
➢ Modern Conservation Efforts

Topic-3: Project Tiger

SUBTOPICS
➢ Reasons for Launch
➢ Global Concern
➢ Conservation Goals
➢ Major Tiger Reserves
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bL8Q1_JSoec
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S09y0w-Nop8

Topic-4 Types and Distribution of Forest

SUBTOPICS
➢ Forest Management by whom and why
➢ Categories of Forests
➢ State-wise Distribution category wise

Topic-5 Community and Conservation

SUBTOPICS
➢ Traditional Conservation Strategies
➢ Major Community Conservation Movements-5 examples, with details.
➢ Joint Forest Management (JFM) Programme
➢ Lessons for Sustainable Conservation

❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M4pH8MwbHk(Indigenous Communities and Conservation)

❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOAiDFq6-1A(Bishnois of Rajasthan: The original
conservationists)

❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=fV1kYSc9nrY(From Khejri to Blackbucks: The

Bishnoi Community's Fight for Ecology)
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEibEJNoDmU(Chipko Movement's impact on Indian forest
laws)

❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3EDEqr7haU(A Conversation with Vandana Shiva)

❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SMRmD5d4mU(Hope: Seed of future)

❖ https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=139962734867951(beej bachao andolan)
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXdERMmmD-I(राजस्थान के बीज बैंक: बंजर ज़मीन को फिर से
हरा-भरा बनाने की अनोखी पहल)
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obHsBGe9nbw(sacred groves)
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NvHGmC9hD4(Sacred Groves | Conserve biodiversity for a
better tomorrow)
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QORo22CMqhU(Meghalaya’s Sacred Forest)
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❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZTaOPlSLMA
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3Pke26moss&t=1s(Inside a forest protected for generations:
Sacred groves and cave paintings near New Delhi)
❖ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ODdV1PHxI0&t=31s(Supreme Court of India | SC Stops All
Mining Activities Around Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan)

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 MAIN
HEADING

AFTER MAKING THE MIND MAP, UNDERLINE THE ANSWERS IN THE BOOK (PRACTICE QUESTIONS)

1. Explain the term biodiversity, and also explain its importance for us with suitable examples
2. Why do we need to conserve our forests and wild life?
3. Explain ,in detail various steps taken by the Indian government to protect wild life and forests in
India. OR Trace the conservationist movement in India from 1960’s to 1991.
4. Name the Act brought out by the government of India for the protection of wild-life. When was
this Act implemented? State the main provisions of the Act.
5. State few steps taken by the Central government to protect wild-life.
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6. What are conservation projects focusing on at present?
7. How were the Indian Wild-life Acts of 1980,1986 and 1991 different from the Wildlife Act of
1972.Explain.
8. Who owns wild-life and forest reserves in India?
9. Name and explain the three categories of Indian forests classified for the purpose of
administration. Also state their state wise distribution.
10. What are permanent forests? Which state has the largest area under permanent forest?
11. What is project tiger? What was the need for project tiger?Why tiger population is under threat.
Name imp tiger reserves in India. Why India and Nepal become prime targets for poaching and
illegal trading?

12. Examine the role played by people and communities in conserving and protecting forests and
wild-life.
13. Traditional communities have conserved and protected forests and wildlife in India”. Give
suitable facts(atleast four) to prove the statement.
14. Why are communities working to conserve forests?/ Write a note on good practices towards
conserving forest and wildlife.
15. How have people protected in Alwar taken strong steps to protect their immediate
environmental assets?
16. What is the importance of Sacred Groves? What do the Mundas and Santhals of Chotanagpur
region and tribals of Orissa worship?
17. Which animals are considered part of the community by the bishnois?
18. “Indian society comprises several cultures, each with its own set of traditional methods of
conserving nature and its creations”.Explain with examples.
19. Explain how the following conservation strategies have helped to conserve bio-diversity:- Chipko
movement,Beej Bachao Andolan,JFM
20. Discuss briefly two steps taken to encourage ecological farming.
21. Where did chipko movement and beej bachao andolan started
22. What is JFM? When did it begin and where?How does it functions and how are local people
benefited?
23. Given below are names of four traditional communities of India. Write the names of
animals/plants/trees they worship:-
Mundas and Santhals, tribals of Orissa ,Bishnois, Hindus.

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