SOCIAL SCIENCE – CLASS VII
Time: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
- The paper has Two Sections
- Section A = 30 Marks (Objective)
- Section B = 70 Marks (Subjective)
- Attempt all questions
- No negative marking
SECTION – A (Objective Type Questions – 30 Marks)
Q1. Fill in the blanks:
(1 × 5 = 5 marks)
i) The stories and praises of kings composed by learned brahmanas were known as ________.
ii) The association of traders was known as ________.
iii) The coins minted during 12th century under Tomaras were called ________.
iv) Sher Shah Sur established the Sur Dynasty after defeating ________ emperor.
v) The instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure is called ________.
Q2. Multiple Choice Questions (All MCQs Merged Here) (1 × 15 = 15 marks)
i) What/Who was Hiranyagarbha?
a) Feudal lord b) Ritual c) Tax d) Leader
ii) Territories under Khalji and Tughluq rulers were known as ________.
a) Jagir b) Kingdom c) Iqta d) Mandala
iii) Choose the Incorrect statement:
a) Early humans adapted to natural surroundings
b) Lithosphere is a thin layer of air
c) Environment combines human + natural phenomena
d) None
iv) Identify the correct layer: Contains ozone layer
a) Troposphere b) Stratosphere c) Mesosphere d) Thermosphere
v) Assertion (A): Gurjara-Pratiharas, Rashtrakutas & Palas fought for Kannauj.
Reason (R): Tripartite struggle was for Ganga valley.
a) A true, R false b) R true, A false
c) Both true, R explains A
d) Both true, R doesn’t explain A
vi) Assertion (A): Global warming is caused by increased CO₂.
Reason (R): CO₂ traps heat as greenhouse gas.
a) A true, R false b) R true, A false
c) Both false d) Both true
vii) Which resource is NOT renewable?
a) Solar energy b) Wind c) Coal d) Water
viii) The Constitution of India came into force on:
a) 26 Nov 1949 b) 15 Aug 1947 c) 26 Jan 1950 d) 2 Oct 1950
ix) Which of these is a tributary of the Ganga?
a) Mahanadi b) Yamuna c) Narmada d) Luni
x) The Indus Valley Civilization flourished in:
a) India & Pakistan b) China c) Nepal d) Sri Lanka
xi) A large area of flat land at a high elevation is called a:
a) Plateau b) Plain c) Valley d) Basin
xii) Which of the following is an example of natural vegetation?
a) Desert shrubs b) Rubber plantations c) Crops d) Tea Gardens
xiii) The uppermost layer of Earth is called:
a) Core b) Mantle c) Crust d) Lithosphere
xiv) Who appoints the Governor of a state?
a) Chief Minister b) Prime Minister c) President d) Supreme Court
xv) Which gas is used in fire extinguishers?
a) Oxygen b) Nitrogen c) Carbon dioxide d) Argon
Q3. Define the following terms (Any Four):
(1 × 4 = 4 marks)
a) Fossils b) Ecosystem c) Barter system d) Constitution e) Universal Adult Franchise
Q4. Answer in one word:
(1 × 4 = 4 marks)
a) Land gifted to temples during Cholas ________.
b) Privileges claimed by birth ________.
c) First state to introduce mid-day meal ________.
d) Party with no majority in Lok Sabha ________.
SECTION – B (Subjective – 70 Marks)
Q5. Answer in 30–40 words:
(5 × 2 = 10 marks)
i) Two activities related to Chola temples.
ii) Why did commanders need to consider peasants’ interests?
iii) Who first established his capital at Delhi? Name two taxes.
iv) Why does insolation decrease from equator to poles?
v) Identify the image (sun dial) and its use.
Q6. Answer in 70–80 words (Any Five):
(5 × 3 = 15 marks)
i) Irrigation works developed in Tamil Nadu
ii) Steps taken to ensure muqtis performed duties
iii) How Rashtrakutas became powerful (3 points)
iv) Draw and label: Volcano (magma chamber, vent, crater, lava)
v) Three benefits of mid-day meal programme
vi) Label pressure belts A, B, C on given map
Q7. Answer in 80–90 words:
(4 × 4 = 16 marks)
EITHER
Explain four erosional works of a river.
OR
How are these landforms formed?
a) Sand dunes b) Stacks c) Beaches d) Mushroom rocks
ii) What was the problem in Patalpuram? Who addressed it?
iii) Source-based:
- Who appoints governor?
- What is a coalition government?
iv) Locate ANY FOUR places on India map based on clues given.
Q8. Answer in 100–120 words (Any Four):
(4 × 5 = 20 marks)
i) Qualifications to become member of Chola Sabha; election system
ii) Types of rocks; difference b/w sedimentary and igneous
iii) Cyclonic & conventional rainfall (with diagram)
iv) Why troposphere is most important?
v)
a) Meaning of “All are equal before law”
b) Constitutional provisions ensuring equality
