Water Resources: Class 10 Social Science (CBSE) important questions and practice
Water Resources is chapter 8 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
- Water scarcity and the need for conservation and management
- Multi-purpose river projects and integrated water resources management
- Advantages and disadvantages of dams; Narmada Bachao Andolan
- Rainwater harvesting: traditional methods (tankas, khadins, johads, bamboo drip irrigation)
- Dams as 'temples of modern India'
What examiners usually ask
- Why is water scarcity a problem even in areas with ample water resources?
- What are multi-purpose projects? Explain their advantages and disadvantages
- Describe the traditional rainwater harvesting system of Rajasthan
Exam tip
Balance the dams answer with equal numbers of advantages and disadvantages (irrigation, electricity, flood control versus displacement, sedimentation, ecosystems) and name Nehru's 'temples of modern India'; Rajasthan tankas and Meghalaya bamboo drip irrigation are the usual harvesting examples.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the important questions from Water Resources 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 Water Resources in the CBSE Class 10 Social Science syllabus?
Yes. Water Resources is part of the current CBSE Class 10 Social Science syllabus, as listed on this site from the prescribed textbook.
Can I practise Water Resources MCQs in Hindi?
Yes. The chapter test and explanations are available in Hindi and English, with an AI doubt solver for any question.