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There have been references to local governments in India also in the past. The father of the Indian local governments is Lord Rippon. But in 1687, the first local government in India, the Madras Corporation, was founded. Apart from the Central Government and State Governments, it is the local self-governments that manage the developmental activities of district, urban centers, and rural areas. According to Gandhiji, the Father of our Nation, India’s soul lives in the villages. His dream was self-sufficient villages. The Makers of the Constitution included this idea in the Constitution. Later through the 73^thand 74^th Amendments, the Local Self-Government Institutions acquired their present shape and status.

Correct option is 

1 (c) Tina Morris

2 (c) The people in general

Lord Rippon laid the foundation of India’s modern local governments.

Industrial areas densely populated because:

• Industries provide employment opportunities to skilled and unskilled labourers.
• Various financial institutions like banks also provide their services in the industrial regions.
• Better standard of living and creation of job opportunities for house maids, cleaners etc.

1. True

2. False

3. True

The 74^th Constitutional Amendment regarding the local governments in the urban centers is known by the name Nagar Palika System.

Population density is the number of people living in a unit area of the earth’s surface. It is normally expressed as per square km. The average density of population in the whole world is 45 persons per square km.

Answer: Democratic

Because under democratic leadership head is elected and suggestion are invited from employees.

1. False

2. False

1. If the trees are not taken care of, there will be no charm in human life.

2. There will be no whispering of leaves if the trees get dry.

3. The poet means to say the people in general.

4. When a gentle wind blows, the leaves of trees start making a soft rustling sound so this whispering sound is supposed that the trees are singing.

Correct option is 

1 (b) god

2 (a) a stream

3 (c)awake

sit, pray, thinks.

(a) (i) The cultural heritage of India lies in the recognition of the inner landscape of man as its centre along with his outer landscape.

(ii) In India all the racist strands, languages, religions, philosophy and artistic expressions have webbed into one whole ness.

(iii) The Indian heritage has different colours but all are mixed like the colours of a rainbow.

(iv) Whatever races and people came to India they all merged themselves as one and became Indians.

(v) “The Cultural Heritage of India” is a suitable title of the passage. 

(b) (i) heritage – that which is inherited. The Taj Mahal is a part of our national heritage.

(ii) Landscape – the portion of land with its environs which they can view at a single glance. Woods and fields are the special features of the English landscape.

(iii) Myriad – an extremely large number of something Designs are available in a myriad of colours.

(iv) Multiplicity – a great number and variety of something This situation can be influenced by a multiplicity of different factors.

(v) Orbit – The path in which the heavenly bodies move. A new satellite has been put into orbit around the earth..

(vi) Pattern – the regular way in which something happens or is done. These paintings seem to follow a pattern.

1. No, it is sometimes claimed that the Vedic literature of India is the most ancient literature in the world but Mesopotamian and Egyptian literatures are definitely prior to the Vedas.

2. The Vedic hymns are poetic poems to be sung.

3. The first two Vedas ‘Rig Veda’ and ‘Sam Veda’ are the oldest; they belong to pre-Vedic age.

4. The Atharva Veda’s late orgin is shown by the fact that tiger, a native of marshy Bengal and unknown to the other Vedas, is often referred to as the terrible beast of prey in Atharva Veda.

5. The Aranyakas were composed by wise sages who lived in the forests so they are the result of their contemplation.

6. The term ‘Upanishad’ literally means the sitting down of the disciples near the teacher for a confidential communication. Later it was baptized as a sacred doctrine.

1. The cultural heritage of India lies in the recognition of the inner landscape of man as its centre along with his outer landscape.

2. Whatever races and people came to India they all merged themselves as one and became Indians.

3. The Katha Upanishad spoke of the body of the man as the charioteer and the chariot wheel.

4. The significance of “Trimurti” in Elephanta is that it is image of Lord Shiv as Sadashiva, as Parvati and as Aghora which is symbol of magnificence of Indian art.

5. Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh represent creation, evolution and destruction

The correct answer is Lakshadweep.

• Lakshadweep is the first Union Territory to become 100 percent organic.
• Here, all farming is carried out without the use of synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, providing access to safer food choices and making agriculture a more environment-friendly activity.
• The ministry of agriculture has declared the island as organic.
• Coconut is the only major crop of the islands.

• Sikkim was the first state to become 100 percent organic.

The correct answer is ​Khapatta

• The men of the Sahariya tribe of Rajasthan know their 'Safa' as "Khapatta"
• In Rajasthan, the Ordni brought by the maternal uncle for the bride is called "Kawar Jorha".
• The Ghaghra worn by Bhil women up to the knees is called "Kachabu".
• The saree worn in red color on the occasion of marriage by Bhil women is called "Sinduri".
• "Fadka saris" are worn in Marathi style by the Kathoudi tribe.
• The Odhni of maternity women is called Pomcha and its color is Yellow.

1. Yes, reason, in the poem Where the Mind is without Fear, is compared to a stream because like the stream, reason is very clear and flowing.

2. The poet desires that there should be no restriction for getting knowledge. It should be free to all castes and creeds so that all may acquire it.

3. It means that the world should not be divided into small parts on the basis of caste, creed or colour .

4. Ever widening thought and action are the two qualities of mind described by Tagore in the poem.

5. The poet compares dead habit to dreary desert sand because the dead habits are like dreary desert which is lifeless and of no worth, so is the case with dead habits as they stop progress.

6. The poet addresses his poem to God

1. The most significant quality of Indian civilization is that it will retain its continuity. 

2. The most important characteristic of the Indian way of life is the charm and graciousness. 

3. We can say that caste system in India is vanishing because all over India in trains and buses Brahman’s rub shoulders with the lower castes without consciousness of grave pollution and temples are open to all by laws. 

4. A few merchants went first to the South East Asian countries for trade and they were followed by the Brahmans and the Buddhist monks. 

5. The real contact between India and China was made in about 2000 years ago in the Han Empire. 

6. Some practical blessings on the world by India are notably rice, cotton, the sugarcane, many spices, the domestic fowl, the game of chess and most important of all, the decimal system of numeral notation.

1. The mainstream is the product of the fusion of the great Dravidian and Aryan cultures.

2. The tribes that made India their home are Aryans, Parthians, Greeks, Sakar, Kushanas, Huns, Turks and Mongols.

3. Indian art is bound up to India’s past because Indian culture and character have been shaped by many great events of the past.

4. The artists who painted the exquisite frescoes at Ajanta are not known because of its truly nation character and nothing personal in it.

5. The figures of men and women are depicted in Indian art from every possible angle.

6. The Hindu trinity means the three great gods – Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

The laigest news Agency in the world is reuter. It is the first news paper in die world.

Correct option is 

1 (d) Indian culture and character have been shaped by many great events of the past

2 (d) their indigenous culture

1. Mind is influenced by God.

2. The poet prays to God for the welfare of the country.

3. (i) False, (ii) True.

They are smaller than village and lacking of public utilities.

Meaning – The data those have been collected and analyzed already by some departments, organizations, NGO’s etc … are called Secondary data.

Types of Secondary sources of data

1. Published sources – There are 5 types

1. International publications: In this publications-year books, monographs and reports are published by different agencies of the united nations. 

2. Government publication: These publications comprise the census of India published by office of the register general of India. 

3. Semi Government publication : In this category the publications and reports of corporations, boards, urban development authorities etc … 

4. Private publication : The research reports, surveys, yearbooks and monographs are published. 

5. Newspapers and Periodicals : The daily news papers and periodicals or magazines are easily accessible.

2. Unpublished sources – There are 3 types.

1. Government Documents : The reportš, papers, findings, monographs and documents are prepared and maintained as unpublished records at different levels of Government. 

2. Government Records : The corporations, boards, district councils and civil departments prepare and maintain the periodical reports and the development plans. 

3. Private Documents : The companies, trade unions, different political and non-political organizations and resident welfare associations arc having unpublished reports and records.

The drafting committee of Indian constitution has been formed on 29^th August 1947 and B.R. Ambedkar was elected as a chairman. The main responsibility that entrusted to the drafting committee to draft the new constitution. It consists of 7 members called B.R. Ambedkar, chairman, B.L. Mitter, N. Gopalaswamy Ayyangar, Alladi Krishswamy Ayyar, Dr. K.M Munshi, Saiyid Mohd Saadullah, D.R Khaitan.

The drafting committee prepared the first draft which was published in February 1948. It ‘ prepared a second draft which was published in October 1948, and completed its work in 141 days. On 29^th November 1949 the constituent assembly accepts and enacted the Indian constitution.

1. The tribes that made India their home brought with them their indigenous cultures.

2. The arts were integral to life in India’s past as they were very near to the daily life of the people and never considered far away from their life.

3. (i) True (ii) False.

4. (i) (b) Sculpture and painting

(ii) (c) Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva

The rank of Human development index of India according to 2011 is 134th rank.

Nuclear Energy :

• The energy generated from the fission of the atomic minerals such as Uranium, Thorium, Plutonium is called ‘Nuclear Energy’. It has played an important role in the power development of India. 
• The demand for energy has been increased with the increase of population in the country. 
• The country has power crises as the production is insufficient to meet the requirement. 
• To meet energy needs of the country nuclear power programme was formulated. 
• The first nuclear power plant was started in 1969 at Tarapur near Mumbai with U.S.A assistance. Now there are 7 nuclear power stations in India.

Thermal Energy :

• The Energy generated by using fossil fuels like Coal, Petroleum and Natural gas is called thermal energy. It can be produced even from Nuclear fission and wood. 
• It has certain advantages as against hydro-electricity. The initial capital involved in the construction of thermal plant is low and time requirement is short. 
• The disavantages of thermal electricity are low efficiency in terms of heating value and higher operation cost.

The study of political science is very useful to the individuals and the society. As it said by Bernard Shaw that “political science by which alone civilization can be saved”. Political science exerts its influence on the life and destiny of human beings. Why political science has become so important in the life of man? It can be judged on the following grounds: 

1. Essential for a cultured existence: The study of Political Science introduces an individual to the requirements of a civilized and cultured society.

2. To understand evolution of state and government: Political Science, is a study of state and government in all its aspects, in order to understand the roots of state and government such as how and why the state and government came into existence and why it continues to be in existence and what are the essential factors that makes a state, the types, and forms of government, the aims and objectives of the government, etc., the knowledge of political science is essential. 

3. To provide knowledge of rights and duties: Every citizen, especially in a democracy desires to have knowledge of rights and duties. It is in political science that one learns all the aspects of this rights and duties.

4. To make Democracy effective: Democracy today is the most popular system of government. Many factors contribute to success and effectiveness of democracy. Political science enables one to understand all the principles, merits and defects of democracy.

5. Provides political education: The study of political science provides political education to a citizen so that he may understand national problems in a new perspective.

6. Provides knowledge of ideologies: The study of political science provides a vast knowledge of various prevailing ideologies like democracy, socialism, communism, nazism, fascism, etc. 

7. Knowledge useful to political leaders and bureaucrats: Knowledge of political science is very useful to the political leaders to carry on the working of the government effectively. Knowledge of the constitution is necessary to everyone to contribute better to the functioning of the government.

8. To understand political power: Political Science helps citizens to understand the concept of political power; how governments function; what are the interest and forces behind the policies; who are his elected representatives and what they stand for.

9. To promote human warfare: Political Science in the contemporary period lies the fact that it creates conditions for economic progress since it is motivated by an interest in human welfare.

10. To understand international relations and contribute to peace: International relations is one of the specialized branches of political science dealing with the relationship among sovereign states. It includes many concepts like balance power, collective security, alliances, treaties, international law, international organizations, etc. 

It includes all kinds of services, retail, entertainment, banking, education, health care, transportation and communication.

They can dry up in the summer season.

In the recent years, there is remarkable change in the development of sugar industry. The sugar industry has developed more in the southern states, namely Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It is described as the geographical redistribution of sugar.

The geographical shift is due to :

• The Southern states located in the tropical region are highly suitable for sugarcane cultivation. 
• The yeild of sugarcane in these states is much higher than the Northern states. 
• Extension of irrigation in the southern states has brought large tracts under sugarcane cultivation. It has favoured the establishment of many sugar industries. 
• Being located in the tropical region, sugarcane ripening period and crushing period. 
• Supply of hydro-electricity, transport and market facilities.

1. Corporations 

2. City municipalities 

3. Town municipalities 

4. Cantonment hoards.

Europe has the highest density of rail network in world.

‘Triticum’ is the scientific name of the wheat

Planning is the process by which an individual or organization decides in advance on some future course of action. It involves the proces of thinking, formulation of a scheme or programme and implementation of a set of actions to achieve some goal.

There are two approaches to planning, sectorial planning and regional planning.

• The sectoral planning means formulation and implementation of the sets of schemes or programmes aimed at Development of various sectors of the economy such as agriculture, irrigation, manufacturing power, construction, transport, communication, social infrastructure and services. 
• Some areas are more developed and some lag behind. 
• This uneven pattern of developed over space necessitates that the Planners should have spatial perspective and draws the plans to reduce regional imbalance in development This type of Planning is termed as regional planning.

• Uranium 
• Thorium 
• Plutonium

It is governmental machinery established by the people in a locality to administer the affairs of a local area.

A densely populated area of considerable size in a city which is larger than town. An urban center with 1 lakh and more population is called city.

In India, the power of judicial review’ is exercised by the Supreme Court. Judicial review refers to the power of the judiciary to declare a law passed by the legislature and order passed by the executive as invalid and unconstitutional.

The movement of goods, passengers, through rivers, canals, lakes is known as inland waterways.

The term ‘Petroleum’ has been derived from two Latin words, petro means ‘Rock’ and ‘Oleum’ means ‘Oil’ through the word petroleum literally means rock oil known as mineral oil.

1. He must be a citizen of India. 

2. He must have worked as a judge in any High court for five years. 

3. He must have worked as an advocate in any High court for 10 years. 

4. He must be an eminent jurist.

The economic activities is an important criteria for designing urban settlements interns of population size and their occupation secondary and tertiary occupations are pre-dominant in the urban areas.

Information technology is the fastest growing industry therefore it is known as knowledge based industry’.

Software technology park of India (STPI) was established in 1995.

• Source of employment for the formers. 
• Source of income for the former and revenue to the government. 
• For animal product like milk, meat, bones, skins, hair and wool etc. 
• Source of natural manure for the agriculture.

In a federal system, governmental powers are divided between the centre and the state. The j| central government is vested with the powers mentioned in the central list. In India, the central list consists of 97 subjects for e.g., defense, foreign affairs, finance. 

Gujarath, that is from Anand dairy to Ahmedabad.