THE INDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL, KUWAIT

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SOCIAL SCIENCE

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS :

1 The question paper has V questions , and all the questions are compulsory.

2 Marks are indicated against each question.

3 Question number V is map question of 3 marks each from History and Geography

respectively. After completion, attach the map to your answer script.

I ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN ONE WORD OR IN A SENTENCE : (1 X 9 =9 )

1 Name the leader who emerged as the symbol of unity during the great revolt of 1857.

2 Name the tribal group which was reluctant to work for others .

3 Name any one method to conserve land resources.

4 Name the method of sowing seeds in Jhum cultivation.

5 Who is known as the father of the Indian constitution?.

6 Name the activity by which the breaking up of rocks takes place?

7 Name any 2-derivatives of petroleum.

8 What is the term used for cruel and unjust use of power or authority ?

9 What is the right to vote for all the adult citizen of India called ?

II ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN BRIEF : ( 2 X 8 = 16 )

1 State a difference between Human Resources and Human-made resources.

2 Why does a democratic country need a constitution?

3 What is a coalition Government ? Why is it formed?

4 What were the jobs done by the tribal groups when they were displaced from forests?

5 What do you mean by Sustainable Development?

6 What were the main causes of the revolt 1857? ( Any -2)

7 List the 2 reasons for the failure of 1857 revolt?

8 Define the “Rule of Law”.

CODE : J 087 SERIES : I TERM /AN/ 2018 - 2019

III ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN SHORT. (3X8=24)

1 Write a short note on the lapse policy of British in India.

2 How did the assumption of Diwani benefit the East India company?

3 What is Jhum cultivation?

4 State any 3 ways to conserve our resources.

5 What is soil? List any 2 factors that control soil formation.

6 Write 1 advantage and 2 disadvantages of the wind energy.

7 Mention any 3 fundamental rights of an Indian citizen.

8 Explain “domestic violence”. List any 2 different forms of protest that you have seen.

IV ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN DETAIL . (5X5=25 )

1 a) Name the 2-houses of the Parliament.

b) How is Lower House of the Parliament formed?

2 a) What is a mineral?

b) List any 4-uses of Minerals.

3 a) What is a Biosphere?

b) Mention any 4 ways by which wildlife is conserved.

4 a) Name any 2 Indian leaders who took part in the Revolt 1857.

b) In what ways did the British change their policies as a result of rebel of 1857?

(Any 3-pts.)

5 a) Who were dikus ?

b) How did the power of tribal chiefs change under British rule? (Any 3 pts.)

V ON THE POLITICAL MAP OF INDIA MARK THE FOLLOWING STATES: (1X6=6)

1 -DELHI

2- CHATTISGARH

3-LUCKNOW

4- MAHARASHTRA

5 –BENGAL

6 – ANDHRA PRADESH.

THE INDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL KUWAIT

I – TERMINAL EXAMINATION

SOCIAL SCIENCE

CLASS: VIII MARKS: 80

VALUE POINTS

I. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN IN WORD OR IN SENTENCE: (1X9=9)

1. Awadh

2. Any law that favours one group and disregards the other group it is controversial and leads to

conflicts. This is called as controversial laws.

3. Tantia Tope

4. Nana Saheb, the adopted son of Peswa Baji Rao II, Pleaded that he be given his father’s

pension when latter died.

5. Using resources carefully and giving them time to get renewed is called resources

Conservation.

6. Jaisalmer, Krishna –Godavari Delta, Tripura and off-shore in Mumbai. (Any 2)

7. Because of the availability of raw materials for the industries and also it reduces the

transportation charges.

8. Cheap and fine quality of raw materials like cotton and silk, spices like pepper, cloves,

cardamom and cheap and skilled labour

9. Actual and Potential resources.

II. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN BRIFE: (2X8=16)

1. The key features of Indian Constitution are Parliamentary form of Government, Secularism,

Federalism, Separation of Power, Fundamental rights. (Any 2)

2. The Sepoys refused to do the army drill with new cartridges because it was coated with the fat

of cow and the pig. This violated their religious sentiments.

3. Domestic violence refers to the injury or harm or threat of injury or harm caused by an adult

male, usually the husband, against his wife. Injury may be caused by physically beating up the

women or emotionally abusing her.

4. Ways to conservation water- rain water harvesting, Canal to be properly lined, use of

sprinklers and use of drip or trickle irrigation. (Any 2)

5. Tribal was recruited to work in the coal fields of Jharkhand and in Assam Tea plantations.

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6. Example: A leader may send his security guards to beat up his neighbours for personal reason

or ask the police not to take action on a relative who has committed a crime.

(Any relevant answer)

7. Human resources are important because the development of other resources solely depend

upon this resource as humans have knowledge, skill and technology to develop other resources.

8. The Hindu Succession Amendment Act 2005 means that sons, daughters, and their

mothers can get equal share of family property.

III.ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN SHORT: (3X8=24)

1. There is need for Non- Conventional source of energy because-

a) The increasing use of fossil fuels is leading to their shortage.

b) If the present rate of their consumption continues, their conserves will get exhausted in the

future.

c) Their uses cause environmental pollution.

2. Under the colonial rule tribal chiefs powers and functions changed considerably.

a) They were allowed to keep their land titles over a cluster of villages and rent out

their lands.

b) They lost their administrative power and forced to follow laws made by the

British.

c) They had to pay tribute to the British and discipline the tribals.

d) They were unable to fulfil their traditional functions. (Any 3 points)

3. The Government has taken following steps to conserve natural vegetation and wild life.

a) National parks, wildlife sanctuaries and bio-reserves to protect them.

b) Banning indiscriminate killing of wildlife, hunting and poaching.

c) To encourage programmes like social forestry and Van-mahotsava.

d) School children can be encouraged to bird watch and visit nature camps. (Any3

points)

4. a) Ubiquitous Resources – Those resources which could be found everywhere. Ex- Land,

water, air

Localised Resources- Resources found only in certain places. Ex. Iron ore, copper,

gold, etc.

b) Renewable Resources- Those resources renewed or replenished quickly. Some of them

are unlimited and not affected by human activities.Ex. Solar and

wind energy.

Non-renewable Resources- These take thousands of years to be renewed or replenished.

They have limited stock. Ex.Coal, petroleum and natural gas

(1 ½ +1 ½=3) marks.

5. The Governor General Lord Dalhousie devised a called Doctrine of Lapse. The doctrine

declared that if an Indian ruler died without a male heir his kingdom would lapse. It would

become a part of Company territory.Ex.Jhansi, Sambalpur, Nagpur, Awadh

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6. The functions of the Parliament are- a) To select the national Government

b) To Control, Guide and Inform the Government

c) Law Making.

7. Areas of conflict were Nawabs and company are-

a) Concessions to Company

b) Denial of right to mint coins

c) Demand of large tribute from the Company

d) Refusal of payment of taxes by the Company

e) Writing disrespectful letters by the Company (any 3)

f) Stoppage of fortification.

8. The three organs of the government are-

a) Legislation refers to our elected representatives.

b) Executive is a smaller group of people who are responsible for implementing laws

and running the government.

c) Judiciary refers to the system of courts in this country.

IV.ANSWER THE FOLLOWING IN DETAIL: (5X5=25)

1. a) Forest laws are - a) The British extended their control over all forests and declared that

forests were state property.

b) Some forests were classified as Reserved Forests for the timber as

the British wanted it. (2marks)

b) Impact on Tribal population - a) These forest people were not allowed to move

freely, collect fruits or hunt animals.

b) Many were forced to move to other areas in search

of work and livelihood.

c) The Jhum cultivators were not allowed to practise

Jhum cultivation. (3marks)

2. The Parliament begins with a question hour.

The question hour is an important mechanism through which MP’s elicit information about the

working of the government. It is

important way through which the Parliament controls the executive. By

asking questions, the government is alerted to its shortcoming and also comes to know the

opinion of the through their MPs in the Parliament.

3. a) Factors leading to soil degradation are deforestation, overgrazing, overuse of chemical

fertilisers, pesticides, rain wash, landslides and floods. (Any 4) 2marks

b) Measures to conserve soil resources are -Mulching, Terrace farming, Contour farming,

contour barrier, Rock dam (Explain any 3) (3 Marks) refer pg. no. 14 – Geo reader.

4. a) A naturally occurring substance that has a definite Chemical composition is a mineral.

The mineral are classified into metallic and non-metallic minerals. (2marks)

b) Uses of minerals are - a) They are used for gems.

b) They are set in various styles for jewellery.

c) Copper is used in everything from coins to pipes.

d) Silicon is used in computer industry. (Any 3) 3marks

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5. a) The peasants and the Sepoys were discontent because -

a) The peasants and Zamindars resented the high taxes and also the rigid method of

revenue collection.

b) Many failed to pay back their loans to the moneylenders.

c) Sepoys were unhappy about their pay, allowance and condition of service

d) New rules of the British violated their religious sensibilities and beliefs.

(Any 2) 2 marks

b) Changes in the Polices of the British after 1857 revolt are -

a) Transferred the power of East India Company to the British Crown.

b) Governor General was given the title of Viceroy.

c) The country was assured that their territory would never be annexed in future.

d) The British decided to protect the religious and social practices of the people in

India. (Any 3) 3marks refer pg.no. 60, 61 – His reader

V. MAP (1X6=6)

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THE INDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL KUWAIT

TERMINAL EXAMINATION-I

(OCTOBER- 2018) CLASS VIII SOCIAL SCIENCE BLUE PRINT

OBJECTIVES KNOWLEDGE UNDERSTANDING APPLICATION TOTAL

E SA OB E SA OB E SA OB

Trade to Territory 1 3 3 7

Tribal, Dikus and the

Vision of a Golden Age 3 2 2 3 10

When People Rebel-

1857 and Map 2 2 3 3 3 10+3

Resources 2 3 2 7

Land,Soil,Water,Natur

al Vegetation and

Wildlife 3 2 3 2 10

Mineral and Power

Resources and Map 6 2 2 3 10+3

The Indian

Constitution 3 2 2 7

Understanding Laws 2 2 1 5

Why Do We Need a

Parliament? 5 3 8

TOTAL 30 40 10 80

WEIGHTAGE TO CONTENT WEIGHTAGE TO OBJECTIVES

UNITS WEIGHTAGE % OBJECTIVES WEIGHTAGE %

HISTORY 30 37.5 KNOWLEDGE 30 37.5

GEOGRAPHY 30 37.5 UNDERSTANDING 40 50

CIVICS 20 25 APPLICATION 10 12.5

WEIGHTAGE DIFF.LEVEL

LEVEL WEIGHTAGE %

EASY 30 37.5

AVERAGE 40 50

DIFFICULT 10 12.5