Class 10 Resources and Development Mock Test (CBSE)

Topics in Resources and Development

• Classification of resources
• Development of resources
• Resource planning
• Land resources and land use pattern
• Land degradation and conservation
• Soil as a resource
• Classification of soils
• Soil erosion and soil conservation

Resources and Development practice questions with answers

1. Q1Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following soils is ideal for growing cotton and is also widely known as regur soil?

   1. (a)Laterite soil
   2. (b)Red soil
   3. (c)Black soil
   4. (d)Alluvial soil
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   1. Correct option: (c) Black soil+1

   Answer: (c)
2. Q2Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following constitutes the first step in resource planning within the country?

   1. (a)Evolving a planning structure
   2. (b)Matching resource development plans with national development plans
   3. (c)Identification and inventory of resources across regions
   4. (d)Utilization of resources
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   1. Correct option: (c) Identification and inventory of resources across regions+1

   Answer: (c)
3. Q3Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following is classified as a biotic resource?

   1. (a)Rocks
   2. (b)Minerals
   3. (c)Flora
   4. (d)Water
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   1. Correct option: (c) Flora+1

   Answer: (c)
4. Q4Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following soil types is formed due to intense leaching in tropical and subtropical regions with heavy seasonal rainfall, and is generally deficient in plant nutrients?

   1. (a)Laterite soil
   2. (b)Arid soil
   3. (c)Black soil
   4. (d)Alluvial soil
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   1. Correct option: (a) Laterite soil.+1

   Answer: (a)
5. Q5Short answer·3 marks
   Explain any three measures to control land degradation in India.
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   1. First measure, any one of: afforestation; proper management of grazing; planting shelter belts of plants; stabilisation of sand dunes by growing thorny bushes; proper management of wastelands; control of mining activities; proper discharge and disposal of industrial effluents and wastes after treatment; or any other valid measure.+1
   2. Second measure, a different one from the same list.+1
   3. Third measure, a different one from the same list.+1

   Answer: Any three of: afforestation; proper management of grazing; planting shelter belts; stabilising sand dunes with thorny bushes; proper management of wastelands; control of mining; treating industrial effluents and wastes before discharge.

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