Resources and Development (Class 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

Resources and Development (Class 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. Fossil fuels
  2. Renewable resources ✓ (correct)
  3. Non-renewable resources
  4. Exhaustible resources

Explanation: Renewable resources are those that can be replenished naturally, such as forests, water, and sunlight.

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

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

Explanation: Coal is a fossil fuel and non-renewable resource that took millions of years to form and cannot be quickly replenished.

Q3. The major source of irrigation in India is:

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

Explanation: Groundwater — through wells and tube wells — irrigates the largest share of India's net irrigated area, well ahead of canals and tanks. The question asks for the MAJOR source, so "all of the above" cannot be right.

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

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

Explanation: Odisha is the largest producer of iron ore in India, followed by Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand.

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

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

Explanation: Terrace farming involves creating horizontal steps on steep slopes to prevent soil erosion and conserve water.

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

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

Explanation: Limestone (calcium carbonate) is the primary mineral used in cement production.

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

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

Explanation: Desalination is the process of removing salt and minerals from seawater or brackish water.

Q8. Which of the following is a renewable resource?

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

Explanation: Forests are renewable resources as they can be regenerated through natural growth and reforestation.

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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