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Sample Paper 01
GEOGRAPHY (029)
Class XII Session 2024-25
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 70
General Instructions:
Read the following instructions carefully and follow them:
1. This questions paper contains 30 questions. All questions are compulsory.
2. Question paper is divided into five sections A, B, C, D and E.
3. Section A Questions no. 1 to 17 are Multiple Choice type questions. Each question carries 1 mark.
4. Section B Questions no. 18 and 19 are Source-based questions. Each question carries 3 marks.
5. Section C Questions no. 20 to 23 are Short Answer type questions. Each question carries 3 marks. Answer to
these questions shall be written in 80 to 100 words.
6. Section D Questions no. 24 to 28 are Long Answer type questions. Each question carries 5 marks. Answer to
these questions shall be written in 120 to 150 words.
7. Section E Questions no. 29 and 30 are Map-based questions. Each question carries 5 marks.

Section A
1. Assertion (A): The Suez Canal serves as a major maritime route connecting the Mediterranean Sea with the Red
Sea, significantly reducing the travel distance for ships between Europe and Asia.
Reason (R): The Suez Canal increases the travel distance for ships between Europe and Asia, thereby reducing
trade efficiency and increasing transportation costs.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(D) (A) is true, but (R) is false.

2. In the context of international trade, what does the term ‘Dumping’ refer to, and what are its potential impacts on
the importing country?
(A) Dumping refers to exporting goods at prices higher than domestic prices, potentially benefiting the importing
country.
(B) Dumping involves importing goods without tariffs, which can lead to trade surpluses for the importing country.
(C) Dumping is the practice of selling goods in a foreign market at lower prices than in the home market, which can
harm domestic industries in the importing country.
(D) Dumping means stockpiling goods for future use, which has no direct impact on the importing country.

3. In the study of Human Geography, how does Environmental Determinism differ from Possibilism in explaining
human-environment interactions?
(A) Environmental Determinism emphasizes human creativity and adaptability in overcoming environmental
challenges.
(B) Possibilism suggests that the physical environment solely dictates human activities and societal development.
(C) Environmental Determinism posits that the natural environment entirely shapes human behaviors and societal
structures.
(D) Possibilism denies any influence of the environment on human societies, focusing only on cultural factors.
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4. Which of the following statements are correct related to population growth and distribution? Choose the correct
option.
(i) Population density is calculated by dividing the total population by the area of the region.
(ii) Migration has no impact on the population size of a region.
(iii) The Demographic Transition Theory outlines the changes in birth and death rates as a society develops
economically.
(iv) Measures such as family planning and education can help control population growth.
(A) i, ii, iv (B) i, iii, iv
(C) ii, iii, iv (D) i, ii, iii

5. Which of the following statements are correct related to Human Development? Choose the correct option.
(i) The Human Development Index (HDI) includes indicators such as life expectancy, education levels, and per
capita income.
(ii) The Human Poverty Index (HPI) measures only economic factors like GDP per capita.
(iii) Countries with higher HDI scores generally have better access to healthcare and education.
(iv) HDI and HPI are interchangeable terms with identical indicators.
(A) i, ii, iv (B) ii, iii, iv
(C) i, iii (D) i, ii, iii

6. Which one of the following is incorrectly matched?

List I (Type of Activity) List II (Example)
(A) Pastoral Nomadism Moving with livestock in search of pastures
(B) Open Cast Mining Surface mining method
(C) Plantation Agriculture Large-scale production of cash crops
(D) Pastoral Nomadism Sedentary farming with high technology

7. There are four distinct phases of industrial development in India over the last one century. Identify the phase from
the given description.
This phase saw the rapid expansion of export-oriented industries, moving away from the earlier focus on public sector
enterprises. With economic liberalization policies, there was a significant increase in private sector participation in
manufacturing. Industries such as textiles, automotive, and electronics began to thrive, contributing substantially
to India’s GDP. This era also witnessed the adoption of modern technologies and practices, enhancing production
efficiency and competitiveness in the global market.
(A) Phase IV post 1981 till present (B) Phase II 1921-1951
(C) Phase III 1951-1981 (D) Phase I 1901-1921

8. Assertion (A): The Golden Quadrilateral project significantly enhances India’s transportation network by
connecting four major metropolitan cities, thereby boosting economic activities and facilitating efficient movement
of goods and people across the country.
Reason (R): The Golden Quadrilateral connects cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata, forming a
quadrilateral that significantly boosts trade and mobility.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(C) Both (A) and (R) are incorrect.
(D) (A) is correct but (R) is incorrect.
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9. Seaports are essential gateways for a country’s international trade, handling the bulk of imports and exports.
Among the major seaports in India, which port located in the southern state of Kerala is renowned for its strategic
significance and extensive facilities catering to international shipping?
(A) Kandla (B) Mumbai
(C) Kochi (D) Visakhapatnam

10. Urban areas in India face numerous environmental challenges, including pollution. What is one of the primary
causes of water pollution in major Indian rivers like the Ganges and Yamuna?
(A) Natural erosion processes. (B) Industrial effluents and sewage discharge.
(C) Overuse of digital technologies. (D) Agricultural practices like crop rotation.

11. Which of the following best describes Agricultural Density in a country?

(A) Number of people per unit area of total land
(B) Population per unit area of arable land
(C) Number of farmers per unit area of cultivable land
(D) Population density in urban areas

12. Which of the following statements are correct regarding urban settlements in India?
(i) Urban settlements are characterized by higher population density compared to rural areas.
(ii) Urban areas have diverse economic activities beyond agriculture, including manufacturing and services.
(iii) Urban settlements typically have less developed infrastructure compared to rural settlements.
(iv) Urbanization leads to increased demand for housing and public services.
(A) i, ii (B) ii, iv
(C) i, iii, iv (D) ii, iii

13. Arrange the following agricultural developments in India in chronological order.

(i) Introduction of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds.
(ii) Adoption of traditional mixed farming practices.
(iii) Mechanization with tractors and harvesters.
(iv) Implementation of organic farming initiatives.
(A) ii, i, iii, iv (B) i, ii, iv, iii
(C) ii, i, iv, iii (D) ii, iii, i, iv

14. Arrange the following states of India based on their total renewable water resources from highest to lowest.
1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Maharashtra
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Rajasthan
(A) 1, 2, 3, 4 (B) 2, 1, 4, 3
(C) 1, 2, 4, 3 (D) 2, 1, 3, 4

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Direction : Read the following graph and answer the question no. 15 to 17.

15. Which of these categories has recorded an increase in area from 1950-2015?
(A) Barren land B) Culturable land
(C) Net sown area (D) Fallow other than current fallow

16. The area under wasteland has declined due to which of the following reasons?
(A) Due to increase in forests (B) Due to conversion of land for industries
(C) Due to expansion of agriculture (D) All of the above

17. Which of the following categories of land use has recorded the maximum difference in his change from 1950-61 to
2014-15?
(A) Area under tree crops and groves (B) Barren and unculturable wasteland
(C) Current fallow (D) Forest

Section B
18. Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
India has traditionally been an agrarian economy and about two-third of its population have been dependent on
agriculture. Hence, development of irrigation to increase agricultural production has been assigned a very high
priority in the Five Year Plans and multipurpose river valleys projects like the Bhakra-Nangal, Hirakud, Damodar
Valley, Nagarjuna Sagar, Indira Gandhi Canal Project, etc., have been taken up.
In fact, India’s water demand at present is dominated by irrigational needs. Agriculture accounts for most of the
surface and groundwater utilisation, it accounts for 89 per cent of the surface water and 92 per cent of the groundwater
utilisation. While the share of industrial sector is limited to 2 per cent of the surface water utilisation and 5 per cent
of the groundwater, the share of domestic sector is higher (9 per cent) in surface water utilisation as compared to
groundwater. The share of agricultural sector in total water utilisation is much higher than other sectors. However,
in future with development, the shares of industrial and domestic sectors in the country are likely to increase.
Question:
(i) Majority of Indian population is engaged in which type of activity?
(ii) What is the need of irrigation facilities in India ?
(iii) What are important ways to conserve groundwater?

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19. Study the following table and answer the questions:

Level of Industrial Development Percentage of GDP Contribution Number of Countries
Very High Above 40% 35
High Between 30% and 39% 50
Medium Between 20% and 29% 40
Low Below 20% 25
(i) What is the range of GDP contribution percentage for countries with medium industrial development?
(ii) What can you infer about the economic growth of countries with very high industrial development?
(iii) Suggest possible reasons for low industrial development in 25 countries.

Section C
20. What are the various sources of noise pollution in urban areas?


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“Urban solid waste is a nuisance for metropolitan cities.” Explain briefly.

21. Observe the given map and answer the following questions.

(i) Which railway line is, shown on the map?

(ii) Name the Northern and Southern most point of this railway line.
(iii) Why this railway line is considered life line of Russia?

22. The assessment, efficient use and conservation of water become necessary to water development. Discuss it in
Indian perspective.

23. Why is conservation of minerals essential in India? How can we conserve them? Explain it with the help of two
examples.


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Describe three broad belts of minerals in India.

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Section D
24. What are the major pairs of livestock rearing and how is it becoming of specialised activity?

25. Why there is no uniformity in the distribution of roads in India?

26. State the global distribution of railways in the continents of the world.

27. What do you mean by Quinary activities? Discuss the new trends in Quinary services.


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What is medical tourism? Explain the scope of medical services in India for overseas patients. How does outsourcing
of medical tests and data interpretation help in this?

28. What are the uses of manganese? How are they distributed in different states of India?


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Define the production, distribution and use of petroleum in India.

Section D
29. On the given political map of the world, the following seven features are shown. Identify any five of these features
and write their correct names on the lines as marked near each feature.
(i) The largest country in South America
(ii) A terminal station of trans-continental railway
(iii) An area of nomadic herding
(iv) An area of extensive commercial grain farming
(v) An major airport
(vi) A major seaport
(vii) An inland waterway

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30. On the political map of India, locate and label any five of the following with appropriate symbols.
(i) The state with the highest level of urbanisation
(ii) An International airport
(iii) The leading producer state of rice in Eastern India
(iv) Shimoga Manganese mine
(v) Barauni oil refinery
(vi) A city in Karnataka with more than 10 million population
(vii) A coal mine in West Bengal

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