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CBSE Class 10 Social Science Solved Question Paper 2014

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11.
What are the two main ways of generating electricity? How are they different from each other? Explain.

Electricity is generated mainly in two ways-

(i) Hydro electricity is generated by fast flowing running water, which is a renewable resource. India has a number of multi-purpose projects like the Bhakra Nangal, Damodar Valley Corporation etc. producing hydroelectric power.

(ii) Thermal electricity is generated by burning fuels such as coal, petroleum and natural gas. The thermal power stations use non-renewable fossil fuels for generating electricity.There are over 310 thermal power plants in India.

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12.

Name the non-metallic mineral which can be split easily into thin sheets. Mention its uses.

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13.

Why are efficient means of transport pre-requisites for the fast development of the country? Explain.

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14.

How have markets been transformed in recent years? Explain with examples.

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15.

Explain any three factors which gave birth to the 'Consumer Movement' in India.

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16.

Explain with an example, how credit plays a vital and positive role for development.

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17.

Explain the conditions that were viewed as obstacles to the economic exchange and growth by the new commercial classes during the nineteenth century in Europe.

How did students in Vietnam fight against the colonial government's efforts to prevent Vietnamese from qualifying for 'white collar jobs'? Explain.

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