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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, , www.cbse.online, , CHAPTER 3.7, , File Revision Date : 18 September 2019, CBSE Previous Year Exams Questions Exam 2019-2020, CLASS : 10th, SUB, : Social Science, Unit 3, : Democratic Politics - II, , For 15 Years Exams Chapter-wise Question Bank, visit www.cbse.online or whatsapp at 8905629969, , Outcome Of Democary, , ONE MARK QUESTIONS, 1., , What is meant by economic inequality?, Ans :, [CBSE 2016], It refers to disparities in the distribution of economic, assets and income., , 2., , In which area does democracy fail to achieve the same, results as in dictatorship?, Ans :, [CBSE 2016], Economic development., , 3., , Which system can reduce the possibility of tension, and conflict among different groups of society?, Ans :, [CBSE 2016], It is quite true that democracies have a plus point, in resolving social differences, diversion and conflicts, because they have evolved a mechanism to negotiate, the differences., , 4., , Which form of government is better- democratic or, non-democratic?, [CBSE 2015], Ans :, Democratic government is better., , 5., , What is meant by transparency?, Ans :, [CBSE 2015], To examine the process of decision-making in a, democracy is known as transparency., , 6., , Why is democratic government better than other, alternatives?, [CBSE 2015], Ans :, a. It promotes equality among citizens., b. It enhances the dignity of the individual., , 7., , Which form of government is considered the best?, Ans :, [CBSE 2015], Democratic form of government., , 8., , How does democracy produce, government?, Ans :, Democratic form of government., , 9., , given by big business houses. That’s why the poor and, middle classes do not agree to participate in electoral, process. Hence, a majority of people keep away from, politics and have little voice in politics., , an, , accountable, [CBSE 2015], , How can you say that democracies are based on, political equality?, Ans :, [CBSE 2015], All individuals have equal weight in electing, representatives. (Right to Vote), , 10. Why has political funding become a threat for, , democracy?, Ans :, [CBSE 2015], Most of the political parties are dependent on money, , THREE MARKS QUESTIONS, 11., , When is democracy considered successful? Explain., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], Democracy is considered to be successful because:, a. The rulers elected by the people must take all, major decision and not the rich and powerful., b. The election must offer a free choice and, opportunity to the people., c. The choice should be available to all the people, based on political equality., , 12. Establish the relationship between democracy and, , development., , [CBSE 2016], or, Explain the relationship between democracy and, development., [CBSE 2012], Ans :, Relationship between democracy and development, are:, a. Democracies are expected to produce development., b. Development depends upon many factors, i.e.,, size of population, global situation, cooperation, from other countries, etc. In democracies, time is, taken on discussion and reaching at a decision. So,, it is slow, but it is not unjust or inappropriate., 13. Examine the political outcome of democracy., , Ans :, [CBSE 2016], a. Right to the citizens to choose their leaders and, keep check on them., b. If required people can participate in decisionmaking either directly or indirectly or through, representatives., c. It produces accountable, responsible and, legitimate government., 14. “Democratic governments in practice are known as, , accountable.” Support the statement with arguments., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], Democratic governments in practice are accountable, because:, a. It is right to expect democracy to form a, government that follows procedures and is, accountable to the people., b. It is also expected that the democratic government, develops mechanisms for citizens to take part in, decision-making whenever they think it as fit., , Download all GUIDE and Sample Paper pdfs from www.cbse.online or www.rava.org.in, , Page 30

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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, c., , The democratic government is accountable to, the people. If it ignores the will of the people,, they will not elect their ruler in the next general, election., d. The procedures and decision-making process, should be transparent for democratic government, to be accountable to the people., 15. “Democratic government is legitimate government.”, , Support the statement with arguments. [CBSE 2016], or, Why is democratic government known as legitimate, government?, Ans :, [CBSE 2014], a. A democratic government is called legitimate, government because it is people’s own government., b. It maybe slow, less efficient and not very responsive, and clean, but it is people’s government., c. There is an overwhelming support for the idea, of democracy all over the world. People of South, Asia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, and Nepal have no doubt about the suitability of, democracy for their own country., d. People wish to be ruled by representatives elected, by them. Democracy’s ability to generate its own, support makes it more legitimate., 16. “Democracy, , accommodates social diversities”., Support the statement with examples., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], “Democracy accommodates social diversities”:, a. Democracies develop a procedure to conduct their, competition. This reduces the possibility of these, tensions becoming explosive or violent., b. No society can fully and permanently resolve, conflicts among different groups. But we can, certainly learn to respect these differences and can, evolve a mechanism to negotiate these differences., c. Ability to handle social differences, divisions and, conflicts is thus a definite plus point of democratic, regimes., d. Example: Belgium has successfully negotiated, differences among its ethnic population. This, reduces the possibility of tensions., , 17., , State any three merits of democracy., Ans :, [CBSE 2015], Merits of Democracy are:, a. Democracy assures equality in every spheres of, life like political, social and economic., b. It upholds basic individual liberties like freedom, of speech, etc., c. Due obedience to laws., , 18. What are the two conditions to accommodate social, , diversities in a democracy? Mention any one exception, to this., [CBSE 2015], Ans :, a., , It is necessary to understand that democracy is, not simply rule by majority. The majority always, needs to work with minority so that governments, function to represent the general view., b. It is also necessary that rule by majority does not, become rule by majority community in terms of, religion or race or linguistic group., , www.rava.org.in, The exception is Sri Lanka where majoritarianism is, followed., 19. How is democratic government known as responsive, , government? Explain with an example. [CBSE 2014], Ans :, A democratic government has to be responsive to the, needs of its citizens., a. Through pressure groups and public protests, the, democratic government can check the popularity, of its decisions and mechanism of administering, justice., b. A government which is able to respond to, grievances faster is able to avoid confrontation, and provide good governance., 20. “There, , is overwhelming support for the idea, of democracy all over the world.” Support the, statement., [CBSE 2012], Ans :, There is an overwhelming support for the idea of, democracy all over the world because:, a. A democratic government is people’s own, government., b. The evidence from South Asia shows that the, support exists in countries with democratic, regimes., c. People wished to be ruled by representatives, elected by them., d. People believe that democracy is suitable for their, country., e. Democracy has the ability to generate its own, support which in itself is an outcome that cannot, be ignored., , 21. What, , outcomes can one reasonably expect of, democracies?, [CBSE 2012], Ans :, The outcomes one can reasonably expect of the, democracy are:, a. In the political sphere—Right to vote, right tp, contest., b. In the economic sphere—minimised economic, inequalities., c. In the social sphere—Equal protection to women,, SCs, STs and OBCs., , 22. Discuss any three factors that describe the successful, working of democracy in India., [CBSE 2012], , Ans :, Factors for the success of democracy:, a. Transparency of democracy., b. It is accountable and responsible of ruling., c. It provides legitimacy., d. It accommodates government of social diversity., e. It provides dignity and freedom to the citizens., 23. What are the expected outcomes of democracy?, , Explain., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], The expected outcomes of democracy are as follows:, a. A government that is chosen and accountable to, the people is called democratic government., b. A government that is responsive to the needs of, , Get all GUIDE and Sample Paper PDFs by whatsapp from +91 89056 29969, , Page 31

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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, the people., Economic growth and development reducing all, forms of inequality and end of poverty., d. Accommodating all social diversities., e. Ensuring the dignity and freedom of the, individuals., c., , 24. How, , can a democratic government be made, accountable? Explain., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], A democratic government can be made accountable, by:, a. Conducting discussions and negotiations., b. Ensuring transparency., c. Holding regular, free and fair elections,, d. Having open public debates., , 25. How does a democracy produce an accountable,, , responsive and legitimate government?, Ans :, [CBSE 2012], A democracy produces an accountable, responsive and, legitimate government as:, a. People have a right to choose their rulers and have, control over the rulers., b. Whenever possible and necessary, they should, participate in decision-making on issues that, affect them all., c. Democracy produces a government which is, accountable to the citizens., d. Democracy is based on the idea of liberation and, negotiation., e. Decision-making is based on norms and procedures, and its transparency., 26. ‘It may be reasonable to expect from a democracy a, , government that is attentive to the needs and demands, of the people and is largely free of corruption.’ Explain, this statement in three points., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], Corruption of government:, a. Democracies often frustrate the needs of people, and often ignore the demands of the majority., b. The routine tales of corruption are enough to, convince us that democracy is not free from this, evil., c. But a democratic government is people’s own, government and pays heed to their demands., d. People have believed that democracy will be, attentive and make policies that will free the, country from corruption., 27. Are democracies based on political and economic, , equalities? Explain., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], Democracy is based on political equality:, a. All citizens have equal role in electing, representatives., b. Parallel to the process of bringing individuals, into the political arena, we find growing economic, inequalities., c. Democracy does not appear to be very successful, in reducing economic inequalities., d. The ultra-rich enjoy a highly disproportionate, share of wealth and income., e. At the bottom of the society, the people have very, , www.cbse.online, f., , little to depend on., It is difficult to meet their basic needs of life, such, as food, clothing, house, education and health., , 28. How democracies have been able to reduce poverty?, , Elaborate., Ans :, , [CBSE 2012], , a., , Democracies do not appear to be very successful, in reducing economic inequalities. Although, majority of voters constitute the poverty ridden, group, yet democratically elected government do, not appear to be as keen to address the question, of poverty as you would expect them to., b. Situation is much worse in some of the countries, where people depend upon rich countries for food, supplies., c. But even then democracy is favoured , because, it provides the opportunity to change the rulers., 29. Explain the condition under which dignity and, , freedom of the citizens can be promoted., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], The conditions are as follows:, a. To promote the dignity and freedom of the citizens,, all individuals should be treated as equal. Once, this principle is recognised, it becomes easier for, individuals to wage a struggle against what is not, acceptable legally and morally., b. Claims of the disadvantaged and discriminated, for equal status and equal opportunity should, be strengthened. Inequalities and atrocities lack, moral and legal foundations., 30. Describe the favourable conditions generally provided, , to people under a democratic rule., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], Favourable conditions generally provided to people, under a democratic rule are:, a. It promotes dignity to everyone irrespective of, caste, creed and religion., b. It ensures freedom of the individual., c. It provides equal status and opportunity., d. It provides positive reservation for women and, other advantages for discriminated groups., 31. Explain any three weaknesses of democracy., , Ans :, [CBSE 2012], a. Democracies take more time in decision-making., b. Democracies fall short of elections that provide, a fair chance to everyone and subjecting every, decision to public debate., c. The routine tales of corruption are enough to, convince that democracies are not free of evil., 32. Explain the ways in which democracy can be redefined, , to make democracy more effective., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], Ways in which democracy can be redefined to make, democracy more effective:, a. Ensures that views of minority are respected., b. Eliminates caste, religion and gender based, discrimination., c. 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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, 33. “Democracy is seen to be good in principle but felt to, , be not so good in practice.” Justify the statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2013], Democracy is seen to be good in principles but not in, practice because of the following reasons:, a. The decision-making process in democracy is time, taking, whereby justice delayed is justice denied., b. The tyranny of the majority overrides the will of, the minority., c. Corruption and red-tapism dominates the, functioning of democracies., d. An illiterate and uninformed electorate fails to give, itself a legitimate and accountable government., e. The role of charismatic leaders and dynastic, politics dominates political cultures., 34. Describe the role of citizens in a democracy., , Ans :, [CBSE 2016], The role of citizens in a democracy are as follows:, a. Citizens exercise their rights and freedoms and, get benefited from democratic set-up., b. They must be aware of their rights and duties., c. They should be aware of the issues and problems, the country is facing., d. They must cooperate in maintaining law and, order., e. People must consider other’s needs and interest, also., 35. “A public expression of dissatisfaction with democracy, , shows the success of democratic project.” Justify the, statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], “A public expression of dissatisfaction with democracy, shows the success of democratic project” as:, a. It shows that people have developed awareness, and the ability to expect., b. People look critically at power holders. They want, to make democracy better., c. They come up with expressions and complaints., d. They value their democratic rights., 36. “Transparency is the most important feature of, , democracy?” Analyse., Ans :, [CBSE 2012], a. Transparency is the most important feature of, democracy:, b. Democracy ensures that decision-making will be, based on certain norms and procedures., c. So, a citizen who wants to know if a decision was, taken through correct procedures can find this, out., d. The citizen has the right and the means to, examine the process of decision-making. This is, known as transparency., 37. “Democracies are not appearing to be very successful, , in reducing economic inequalities.” Analyse the, statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], Democracy and the economic outcomes:, a. Slow economic development and economic growth, due to population., b. Basic needs of life, such as food clothing, shelter, are difficult to achieve., , www.rava.org.in, c., d., e., f., , Prevalence of economic inequalities., Poverty is still a big issue., Allocation of resources in few hands., Unjust distribution of goods and opportunities., , FIVE MARKS QUESTIONS, 38. Explain the three factors that are crucial in deciding, , the outcome of politics of social divisions., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], Three factors are crucial in deciding the outcome of, politics of social divisions:, a. The outcome depends on how people perceive, their identities. If people see their identities in, singular and exclusive terms, it becomes very, difficult to accommodate., b. It is much easier if the people see that their, identities are multiple and are complementary, with the national identity., c. It depends on how political leaders raise the, demands of any community. It is easier to, accommodate demands that are within the, constitutional framework and are not at the cost, of another community., d. It depends on the how the government reacts, to demands of the different groups. If the rulers, are willing to share power and accommodate the, reasonable demands of minority community, social, divisions become less threatening for the country., 39. “Democracy stands much superior to any other form, , of government in promoting dignity and freedom of, the individual”. Justify this statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2018], a. Democracy stand much superior to any other form, of government in promoting dignity and freedom, of the individual. The passion for respect and, freedom are the basis of democracy. Democracies, throughout the world have recognised this, at, least in principle., b. This has been achieved in various degrees in, various democracies. For societies which have, been built for long on the basis of subordination, and domination, it is not a simple matter to, recognize that all individuals are equal., c. Most societies across the world were historically, male dominated societies. Long struggles by, women have created some sensitivity today that, respect to and equal treatment of women are, necessary ingredients of a democratic society., d. In a non-democratic set up, this unacceptability, would not have legal basis because the principle, of individual freedom and dignity would not have, the legal and moral force there., e. Democracy in India has strengthened the claims, of the disadvantaged and discriminated castes for, equal status and equal opportunity., 40. “Democracies lead to a peaceful and harmonious life, , among citizens.” Justify this statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2018, a. It will be a fair expectation that democracy should, produce a harmonious social life. Democracy, , Get all GUIDE and Sample Paper PDFs by whatsapp from +91 89056 29969, , Page 33

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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, usually develop a procedure to conduct their, competition. This reduces the possibility of these, tensions becoming explosive or violent., b. No society can fully and permanently resolve, conflicts among different groups. But we can, certainly learn to respect these differences and, we can also evolve mechanism to negotiate the, differences. Democracy is best suited to produce’, this outcome., c. Non-democratic government often turn a blind, eye to or suppress internal social differences., Ability to handle social differences, divisions and, conflicts is thus a definite plus point of democratic, government., d. It is necessary to understand that democracy is, not simply rule by majority opinion. The majority, always needs to work with the minority so that, governments function to represent the general, view., e. It is also necessary that rule by majority does, not become rule by majority community in terms, of religion or race or linguistic group. Rule by, majority means that in case of every decision or, in case of every election, different persons and, groups may and can form a majority. Democracy, remains democracy only as long as every citizen, has a chance of being in majority at some point, of time., 41. How are complaints treated as testimony to the, , success of democracy? Explain., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], To some extent, complaints are treated as testimony to, the success of democracy. We can prove the statement, by analysing certain facts like:, a. Slow and inefficient government: Some people, complain that democracy is a less effective, government and it is slow in functioning. There, is no doubt that non-democratic government, can be more effective because they are fast in, their decision-making. But it is not certain that, decisions are right or wrong., b. Unsuccessful in reducing economic exploitation:, There is no denying of the fact that democracies, do not appear to have been successful in reducing, economic inequality. But, it is only possible in, a democracy that people can raise their voice, against not only economic inequalities, but also, against all types of inequalities., All these facts show that complaints are treated, as testimony to the success of democracy., 42. “Democracy stands much superior in promoting, , dignity and freedom of the citizens”. Justify the, statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], “Democracy stands much superior in promoting, dignity and freedom to the citizens”:, 1. Every individual wants to receive respect from, fellow beings., 2. The passion for respect and freedom is the basis, of any democracy., 3. Democracies throughout the world have recognized, this. It has been achieved in various degrees in, , www.cbse.online, 4., 5., , 6., 7., , various democracies., Long struggles by women have got them respect, and equal treatment., In many democracies, women were deprived of, their right to vote for a long time which they have, achieved now., In India l/3rd of seats have been reserved for, women in local bodies., Democracy has strengthened the claims of the, disadvantaged and discriminated castes for equal, status and equal opportunity., , 43. How are the democratic governments better than the, , other forms of governments? Compare. [CBSE 2016], or, “Democracy is a better form of government than any, other form of government.” Analyse the statement, with arguments., [CBSE 2016], or, Why do we feel that democracy is a better form of, government than any other form? Explain., Ans :, [CBSE 2015], The democratic governments are better than other, forms of governments because:, a. Democratic, governments, have, formal, Constitution, while it is not the case in other form, of governments., b. They hold regular elections, while it is not the, case in other form of governments., c. They have political parties, whereas there is no, such thing in other form of governments., d. They guarantee rights to citizens, while it is not, the case in the other form of governments., e. Such governments allow room to correct mistakes,, while it is not there in the other form of, government., f. Such government accommodates social diversities,, while no such thing is there in other form of, government., 44. Evidence shows that in practice, many democracies, , did not fulfill the expectations of producing economic, development in the country. Validate the statement, with the help of relevant example., Ans :, [CBSE 2016], a. If we consider all democracies and all dictatorships, for the fifty years between 1950 and 2000,, dictatorships have slightly higher rate of economic, growth., b. Economic development depends on several factors, : country’s population size, global situation,, cooperation from other countries, economic, priorities adopted by the country, etc., c. However, the difference in the rates of economic, development between less developed countries, with dictatorships and democracies is negligible., d. Overall, it cannot be said that democracy is a, guarantee of economic development. But we can, expect democracy not to lag behind dictatorships, in this respect., e. With such a significant difference in the rates, of economic growth between countries under, dictatorship and democracy, it is better to, prefer democracy as it has several other positive, , Download all GUIDE and Sample Paper pdfs from www.cbse.online or www.rava.org.in, , Page 34

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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, outcomes., For example: North Korea has higher rate of, economic growth than India., 45. How is democracy accountable and responsible to the, , needs and expectations of the citizens? Analyse., Ans :, [CBSE 2015], Democracy is accountable and responsive to the needs, and expectations of the citizens because:, a. In a democracy, people have the right to choose, their representatives and the people will have, control over them., b. Citizens have the right to participate in decisionmaking that affects them all. This ensures that, the working of the government is transparent., c. Everybody expects the government to be attentive, to the needs and expectations of the people., d. It is expected that the democratic government, develops mechanisms for citizens to hold the, government accountable., e. The opposition parties can also question and, criticize the government policies. They keep a, check on the ruling party and make sure that it, does not misuse the power., 46. “Some people think that democracy produces a less, , effective government.” Analyse the statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2015], It is true that some people think that democracy, produces a less effective government because:, a. Non-democratic rulers do not have to bother, about deliberation in assemblies or worry about, majorities and public opinion., b. They can be very quick and efficient in decisionmaking and implementation., c. But democracy is based on the idea of deliberation, and negotiation. So, some delay is bound to take, place., d. Most democracies fall short of elections that, provide a fair chance to everyone., e. Democratic governments do not have a very good, record when it comes to sharing information with, citizens., f. Democracies often frustrate the needs of the, people and often ignore the demands of a majority, of its population., 47. “Democracy, , is more effective than its other, alternatives.” Justify the statement., Ans :, [CBSE 2015], Democracy is more effective than its other alternatives:, a. Democracy promotes equality among citizens., b. It enhances the dignity of the individual., c. It also improves the quality of decision¬making., d. It provides a method to resolve conflicts., e. It gives room to correct mistakes., f. Democratic, government, is, a, legitimate, government., g. Democracy’s ability to generate its own support is, itself an outcome that cannot be ignored., , 48. Explain with examples, how the dignity and freedom, , of citizens are best guaranteed in a democracy., Ans :, [CBSE 2014], a. Democracies throughout the world have recognized, , www.rava.org.in, the fact that people should be treated with due, respect. The passion for respect and freedom is, the basis of democracy., b. Democracies recognize all individuals as equal., This equality is a big thing for the societies, which have been built for long on the basis of, subordination and domination., c. Most societies across the world are maledominated but democracies have created, sensitivity that equal treatment of women are, necessary ingredients of a democratic society., d. Caste-based inequalities and atrocities are also, not acceptable to democracies. All these combined, together enhance the dignity and freedom of the, individual., 49. “Democracy has failed to reduce economic inequality, , and poverty.” Do you agree? Give arguments in, support of your answer., Ans :, [CBSE 2014], In actual life, democracies do not appear to be, reducing inequalities., a. The poor constitute a large proportion of our, voters and no party likes to lose their votes, yet, democratically elected governments have not, addressed the question of poverty as one would, have expected them to., b. The people in several poor countries are now, dependent on the rich countries even for food, supplies., Argument in support:, a. It enhances the dignity of the individuals., b. It improves the quality of decision-making., c. It provides a method to resolve conflicts., 50. “A democratic government is efficient and effective.”, , Analyse the statement., , [CBSE 2014], or, “The cost of time that democracy pays is perhaps, worth it.” Justify., Ans :, a., , Imagine a government that may take decisions, very fast. But it may take decisions that are not, accepted by the people and may, therefore, face, problems., b. In contrast, the democratic government will take, more time to follow procedure before arriving at, a decision., c. However, because it has followed procedure, its, decisions may be more acceptable to the people, and more effective. So, the cost of time that, democracy pays is perhaps worth It., 51. “Democracies lead to peaceful and harmonious life, , among citizens.” Support the statement with any, three suitable arguments., [CBSE 2013,12], Ans :, The statement is correct that democracy leads to, peaceful and harmonious life. Arguments for the, statement:, a. Democracies, accommodate, various, social, divisions., b. Democracies usually develop a procedure to, conduct competitions. This reduces the possibility, , Get all GUIDE and Sample Paper PDFs by whatsapp from +91 89056 29969, , Page 35

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Chap 3.7 : Outcome Of Democary, c., , www.cbse.online, , of these tensions becoming explosive or violent., No doubt, no society can fully and permanently, resolve conflicts among different groups. We can, certainly learn to respect these differences., , 52. “An ideal government would not only keep itself away, , from corruption but also make fighting corruption and, black money a top priority.” Justify the statement by, .highlighting the values attached to it., Ans :, [CBSE 2013], The three ideal values of a government are legitimacy,, responsiveness and accountability. An ideal government, would not only keep itself away from corruption, but also make fighting corruption and black money a, top priority., This can be justified as follows:, a. Legitimacy: A government elected by the people, is expected to work for their welfare. Corruption, and black money are sources of social evils like, poverty, inflation and poor political ethics., b. Responsiveness: A government is run by the, representatives who have the mandates of the, people of their constituencies, Such evil practices, will demotivate the people to re-elect their, representatives,, c. Accountability: A government is accountable for, the management of the polity and its resources., Corruption and black money hinder the optimum, allocation of resources., , WWW.CBSE.ONLINE, , Download all GUIDE and Sample Paper pdfs from www.cbse.online or www.rava.org.in, , Page 36