Short Answer TypeExplain how technology indicates the level of cultural development of society.
Technology indicates the level of cultural development of society. Human beings were able to develop technology after they developed better understanding of natural laws.
For Example:
(i) The understanding of concept of friction and heat helped us discover fire.
(ii) Understanding of the secrets of DNA ad genetics enabled us to conquer many diseases.
(iii) We use the laws of aerodynamics to develop faster planes.
Explain any three 'push factors' which compel the people to migrate from one area to another area in India.
Study the map of India given below carefully and answer the questions that follow:
15.1 Define the term metropolitan city.
15.2 Which state of India has the largest number of metropolitan cities?
15.3 Name any two northern states of India which have no metropolitan city.
Land use in a region, to a large extent, is influenced by the nature of economic activities carried out in that region. Support the statement giving three examples from India.
Describe the uneven distribution of mineral and energy resources in India by giving suitable examples.
Study the diagram showing the location of a major steel plant given below and answer the questions that follow:
19.1 Identify this steel plant and write its name.
19.2 Name the source of limestone for this plant.
19.3 What is the source of coal for this plant?
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