Saturday, March 4, 2017

SSC Papers Geography & Economics

Free SSC Paper Maharashtra Board Geography & Economics



Q.I. [A] Complete the following sentences using words from the brackets: (3)
1. The oldest gneisses and______________ can be seen in the Aravali Mountains. (Geological Process, Granites, Vegetation, Sedimentary Rock)
2. Major part of Malwa Plateau falls in the state of ______________. (Maharashtra, Goa, Madhya Plateau, Himachal Pradesh)
3. ______________ Soil is well developed in the Deccan region of Maharashtra. (Black, Grey, Desert, Pink )

Q.I. [B]Match the following: (3)
A
B
    1) Baradis
    2) Tankas
    3) Peacock
    a) Barkhan
    b) Step wells
    c) Small tanks
    d) National bird

Q.II. [A]Give Geographical reasons [Any Two]: (4)
1. Himalayan region receives heavy precipitation on the Indian side but the condition is arid in Tibet.
2. Rural settlements in the peninsular part exhibit mixed types.
3. There are many environmental problems in central peninsular plateau region.
4. The Deccan plateau is an industrially well-developed region.

Q.II. [B]Write short notes [Any Two]: (4)
The Western Himalayas
Irrigation in Central Karnataka Plateau
Line graph

Q.III. [A]Draw a Divided Circle or Pie diagram by using the following data: - (2)

Types of Vehicles
Passenger Vehicles
Commercial Vehicles
Three Wheelers
Two Wheelers
Number of Vehicles
19,49,776
5,31,395
4,40,368
93,71,231

Q.III. [B]By observing the following map/ diagram and answer the question given below (Any 2):-   (2)
1. Which is the main river of eastern plain?
2. Name the tributaries of river Brahmaputra?
3. What is known as Ganga delta?
4. Name the tributaries of river Ganga in eastern plains.

Q.III. [C] Mark and name the following on the outline map of India with suitable index (Any 2): (2)
1. Extreme location East-Kibithu
2. Bagar
3. River Beas
4. Assam Valley


Q.IV. Answer the following questions in details [Any Two]: (8)
1. Describe the industrial development of Punjab-Haryana Plain.
2. Explain the physical, economical and cultural Features of Assam Valley.
3. Write about the Konkan Coast.

ECONOMICS

Q.V. Complete the following statements by choosing correct words: (2)
1. Inflation is generally associated with rapidly______________ prices. (Rising, Falling, Declining)
2. Due to developmental Policies______________ expenditure increases. (Private, Public, Personal)

Q.VI. Answer the following questions in one or two sentences [Any Three]: (6)
1. Explain the term socialist economy.
2. Write about Tertiary sector.
3. Explain the problem of how much to produce.
4. In mixed economy which industries are owned and managed by the public sector?
5. Write any two direct measures to control inflation.

Q.VII. Answer the following questions in 5-6 sentences [Any One]: (4)
1. What are the most common business malpractices?
2. Write about harmful effects of food adulteration on human health.