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Resources and Development (10 Social Science)

Resources are essential inputs for economic development, and their sustainable management is crucial for the country's future. India has diverse resources

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Resources are essential inputs for economic development, and their sustainable management is crucial for the country's future. India has diverse resources

Resources and Development MCQs with Answers & Explanations

Q1. Resources that can be replenished after use are called:

  1. Non-renewable resources
  2. Renewable resources ✓ (correct)
  3. Exhaustible resources
  4. Fossil fuels

Q2. Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

  1. Solar energy
  2. Wind energy
  3. Coal ✓ (correct)
  4. Water

Q3. The major source of irrigation in India is:

  1. Groundwater
  2. Tanks and ponds
  3. River systems
  4. All of the above ✓ (correct)

Q4. Which state is the largest producer of iron ore in India?

  1. Karnataka
  2. Odisha ✓ (correct)
  3. Jharkhand
  4. Chhattisgarh

Q5. The practice of cultivation on steep slopes with terraces is called:

  1. Contour ploughing
  2. Terrace farming ✓ (correct)
  3. Strip cropping
  4. Shift cultivation

Q6. Which mineral is used in the production of cement?

  1. Bauxite
  2. Limestone ✓ (correct)
  3. Chromite
  4. Magnetite

Q7. The process of removing salt from water to make it usable is called:

  1. Distillation
  2. Desalination ✓ (correct)
  3. Filtration
  4. Evaporation

Q8. India's position among countries with the richest mineral resources is:

  1. First
  2. Third ✓ (correct)
  3. Fifth
  4. Tenth

Q9. Which of the following is a renewable resource?

  1. Petroleum
  2. Natural gas
  3. Forests ✓ (correct)
  4. Copper

Q10. The degradation of soil due to water erosion is called:

  1. Deforestation
  2. Desertification
  3. Leaching ✓ (correct)
  4. Salinization

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is sustainable resource management important for India?

Sustainable management ensures that resources are available for present and future generations while maintaining environmental health.

What are the major challenges in resource development in India?

Major challenges include rapid population growth, increasing demand, pollution, resource depletion, and regional inequalities.

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