Development: Class 10 Social Science (CBSE) important questions and practice
Development is chapter 18 of 23 in CBSE Class 10 Social Science. Below are the topics the paper draws from, the question types that come up again and again, and a free practice test on this chapter alone.
Topics in this chapter
- Different people, different developmental goals
- Income and other goals; national development
- Per capita income and comparison of countries (World Bank criteria)
- Human Development Index: life expectancy, literacy, per capita income
- Public facilities and the limitations of averages
- Sustainability of development
What examiners usually ask
- Why is per capita income not a sufficient indicator of development? Explain with the example of Kerala and Haryana
- What are the criteria used by UNDP to compare countries? How are they different from the World Bank criteria?
- Explain the concept of sustainable development with examples
Exam tip
The Kerala-versus-Haryana (or Punjab) table comparison is the classic question; be able to argue that infant mortality, literacy and net attendance matter more than income alone.
Development on other boards and exams
Frequently asked questions
What are the important questions from Development for CBSE Class 10?
The question types listed above repeat most often in CBSE Class 10 Social Science papers for this chapter. Practise them with the chapter test and then attempt them inside a full previous-year paper under time.
Is Development in the CBSE Class 10 Social Science syllabus?
Yes. Development is part of the current CBSE Class 10 Social Science syllabus, as listed on this site from the prescribed textbook.
Can I practise Development MCQs in Hindi?
Yes. The chapter test and explanations are available in Hindi and English, with an AI doubt solver for any question.