Unit 2 Ch 3 : Water Resources — Social Studies STD 10 — Question

What do you mean by liberalisation of foreign trade?

What are feminist movements? Describe their major demands.

What was the Inland Emigration Act of 1859?
OR
What was the notion of Swaraj for the plantation workers in Assam?

The Mayor of Merchtem, a town near Brussels in Belgium, has defended a ban on speaking French in the town’s schools. He said that the ban would help all non-Dutch speakers integrate in this Flemish town. Do you think that this measure is in keeping with the spirit of Belgium’s power sharing arrangements? Give your reasons in about 50 words.

“Grazing and fuel wood collection are not responsible for deforestation in India.” Support the statement with suitable reasons.

How does land get degraded due to human activities?

How did print popularise the ideas of enlightened thinkers in France?

Why are public facilities needed for the development of the country?

Describe the role of Tertiary sectors on the basis of nature of activity with examples.

“Democratic government is attentive to the needs and demands of the people and is largely free of corruption”. Support your answer with arguments.
Or
Is democracy attentive to the needs of people? Is it free from corruption?