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2nd Proof, , Standard, , 14, , : 7 | Social Science, , Conservation and Preservation of Resources, Resource, , 1., , What is a resource? ***, , A., , Natural substances found on earth and useful to human beings are called resources. Natural, resources are a natural gift we receive in the form of air, water, land, plants and minerals. Resources, are the backbone of the national economy. They are the pillars of the power and prosperity of, people. Resources have specific features and utilities. Generally, resources are available in limited, quantities. We should use different techniques to make those resources more useful., , 2., , Air, water, land, plants and minerals are natural resources. ( or ), , ( ), , Types of Resources, 3., , How are natural resources useful to us?, , A., , Natural resources are directly or indirectly useful to us in all activities from agriculture to industry, and transport. In addition, natural resources such as food, various materials derived from soil and, vegetation are also useful as food, fuel and energy., , 4., , Into how many major groups are resources divided?***, (A) Two, , (B) Three, , (C) Four, , (A), (D) Five, , 5., , Resources are divided into Natural and Man-made resources., , 6., , Man-made resources can be categorized as biotic and abiotic. ( or ), , 7., , Name the resources included in natural resources., , A., , Natural resources include land, water, minerals, forests, animals, plants, air etc., , 8., , How do we categorise natural resources?, , A., , Natural resources can be categorized as:, , (), , (1) Biotic resources: Forests and animals are biotic resources, (2) Abiotic resources :Land, air, water, soil etc. are abiotic resources., 9., 10., A., , Industrial units, monuments, art and social institutions are man-made resources., What does human resource include?, Human resource includes knowledge, intelligence, skills, health and other qualities found in human, beings., , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 51

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, 11., , 12., , It is not necessary to have human resources for the development of natural resources., ( or ), , (), , Forests and wildlife renew naturally. ( or ), , ( ), , Conservation of Resources, 13., A., , Give reason: It is necessary to conserve natural resources., Natural resources are limited, while human needs are unlimited. Development in the field of, technology and population explosion has greatly increased the use of natural resources. These, resources once used will not be available for future generations. Therefore, future generations will, have to bear the brunt of the use of resources in this way. That is why it is necessary to conserve, natural resources., , 14., A., 15., A., , What is the Conservation of resources?, Conservation of resources means judicious use of the resources., What is a Renewable resource?, Resources which either replenish their share on their own or are unlimited, are known as renewable, resources. For example sunlight, forests, etc., , 16., , Which of the following resources is renewable?, (A) Petroleum, , 17., A., , (B) Sunlight, , (B), (C) Minerals, , (D) Natural gas, , Explain non-renewable resources., Resources that cannot be reused or re-created once used are called non-renewable resources. E.g., petroleum, minerals, coal, natural gas, etc., , 18., , Which of the following resources is not non-renewable?, (A) Petroleum, , 19., , (C) Natural gas, , (D) Forest, , Which of the following is not a natural resource?, (A) Forest, , 20., , (B) Mineral coal, , (D), , (B) Water, , (C) Animals, , (D), (D) Railways, , Human beings are also a resource. ( or ), , ( ), , Land Resource, 21., , What is the name given to the earth's crust made up of large pieces of rocks, gravel, clay,, organic silt?***, , A., 22., 52, , The earth's crust is made up of fragments of rock, gravel, and clay, known as 'Regolith'., Regolith is made up of organic elements, air and water. ( or ), I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , ( )

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2nd Proof, , Standard, , : 7 | Social Science, , 23., , Regolith forms 'soil' by mixing organic elements, air and water., , 24., , How many types of soil in India have been classified by the Indian Council of gricultural Research, (ICAR)?, , (A), , (A) Eight, 25., A., , (B) Four, , (C) Nine, , (D) Three, , How has the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) classified the soil in India?, The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has classified the soil of India into eight types: (1), Alluvial soil (2) Red soil (3) Black soil (4) Laterite soil (5) Desert soil (6) Mountainous soil ( 7) Forest, type soil (8) Swamp type soil., , 26., A., , Write a short note on land resources.***,  The upper layer of the earth's surface on which vegetation usually grows is called soil. The soil, , is a thin layer made up of many particles on the earth's crust. Small and large pieces of rock,, gravel, clay, and organic silt are called 'Regolith'.,  In it, organic elements, air and water are mixed and soil is formed. In the context of farming, the, , economic development of any country depends on the quality and type of soil it has.,  Soil erosion is caused by flowing water or air. Due to this, agricultural productivity of soil is, , reduced. It should be prevented. Trees should be planted in fallow land; step farming should be, done where there is sloping land. Barriers should be built. Grazing activities on land should be, controlled., 27., , Soil erosion is caused by stagnant water. ( or ), , 28., , The rapid migration of top soil particles by natural forces is called soil erosion., , 29., , Which of the following does not help to stop soil erosion?, , 30., , A., , (C), , (A) Planting trees, , (B) Building barriers, , (C) Increasing grazing activities on land, , (D) Cultivation by step method., , Where can step farming methods be adopted?, (A) At sloping lands, , 31., , (), , (B) In red soils, , (A), (C) In desert lands, , (D) In swampy soils, , Which are the remedies to prevent soil erosion?***, Measures to prevent soil erosion are as follows:,  Trees should be planted in fallow land.,  In sloping lands cultivation should be done by step farming method.,  Barriers should be built.,  Grazing activities should be controlled.,  Trees should be planted in fallow land., I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 53

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, 32., A., 33., , What is land conservation?, Land conservation means maintaining soil quality by preventing soil erosion., Read the statements regarding land conservation:, , (D), , (1) Rows of trees should be grown near the desert., (2) Organic matter should be added to the soil., (3) Cattle should be allowed to graze, (4) Less trees should be there on river ravines., (A) Only (1), (4) are true., , (B) Only (2), (4) are true., , (C) Only (3), (4) are true., , (D) Only (1), (2) are true., Water Resources, , 34., , The amount of potable water on earth is about three percent., , 35., , One third of the earth is covered by water. ( or ), , 36., , What is the utility of water?, , A., , ( ), , Water is the basic need of human life. Water is a very useful resource for everyday human activities,, industries and agriculture., , 37., , Name some water resources., , A., , Oceans, bays, seas, rivers, lakes, ground water etc. are water resources., , 38., , Groundwater is the main source of water resources on earth. ( or ), , 39., , What is the main source of water?***, , A., 40., A., , (), , The main source of water is rain., Name the sources of surface water., Surface water sources include rivers, lakes, ponds, springs etc. The river is the main source of surface, water., , 41., , Which of the following is a means of irrigation?***, (A) Well, , (B) Canal, , (C) Lake, , (D) All of these, , (D), , Water Scarcity, 42., A., , Give reason: The water shortage in our country is constantly increasing., The growing demand for food for the growing population, cash crops, urbanization and high living, standards have resulted in increasing demand for water. In addition, due to the increasing need for, , 54, , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker.

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2nd Proof, , Standard, , : 7 | Social Science, , water for cleaning all types of dirt, the use of water is constantly increasing. As a result, there is a, constant shortage of water in our country., 43., A., , Explain why the groundwater level has gone down., Ground water level has gone down as water is extracted more through tube wells, bores, etc. to, meet the increasing demand of water but is not replenished with the same rate., , 44., A., , What is water scarcity?***, Water shortage means lack of water. The growing demand for food grains and cash crops has, increased the demand for water. More water is required due to urbanization and high living standards, for the growing population in the country. The use of water for cleaning all kinds of dirt is increasing., In addition, at present, the groundwater level has gone down due to the discharge of groundwater, through tube wells. As a result, the amount of available water against the water requirement across, the country is less. Thus, water scarcity has become a serious problem in many parts of our country., Maintenance and management of water resources, , 45., , We should use water judiciously. ( or ), , 46., , Give reason: Prudent use of water and its conservation measures must be taken., , A., , ( ), , There is a huge amount of water on earth. But only 3% of it is potable water. Demand for water has, increased tremendously due to growing population and urbanization. Groundwater is also being, emptied by people through tube-wells. Quantity of available drinking water is also declining due to, water pollution. If this continues then there will be water scarcity in every country and city. That is, why prudent use and conservation measures must be taken to avoid water scarcity., , 47., , Write a short note on preservation of water resources., , A., , Following measures can help to conserve water resources:, (1) Construction of maximum reservoirs., (2) Efforts should be made to raise the ground water level., (3) River water storage should be arranged by building a dam on the river., (4) Efforts should be made to collect rainwater ., (5) Dams, wells, farm ponds etc. should be constructed to collect rain water., (6) Public participation in water conservation should be promoted by raising public awareness for, prudent use of water., (7) Efforts to use water used in gardens and toilets sparingly., (8) Water pollution should be prevented., I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 55

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, (9) Monitoring of units using groundwater., (10) Active participation of common people in the work of water management carried out by the, government should be there., Mineral Resource, 48., , Years ago, human beings used tools made of ___________for hunting., (A) bronze, , (B) wood, , (C) copper, , (D) stone, , 49., , The stone age is considered to be the first stage of human development., , 50., , Name the stages of the development of human-culture., , A., , (D), , The development of human culture has been divided into various stages such as Stone Age, Copper, Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age and present time is called the Atomic Age., , 51., , The present time is known as the atomic age. ( or ), , 52., , The importance of minerals has increased since the industrial revolution., , ( ), , Mineral-Conservation, 53., A., , Give reason: Mineral resources should be used very judiciously., The use of minerals has increased due to technological development and growing population demand, in the world after the industrial revolution. Mineral resources are being used in large quantities, so, they may get exhausted in the near future. Substances like petroleum are on the verge of disappearing., Mineral resources should therefore be used sparingly and judiciously., , 54., , Mineral-conservation is also a kind of saving. ( or ), , (), , Forest And Wildlife Resource, 55., , Great importance is given to the forest in Indian culture. ( or ), , 56., , What is furniture in our home made of?, , A., 57., , 58., A., 56, , ( ), , Home furniture is made of teak and sal wood., Sports equipment is made of ___________., , (B), , (A) Teak and Sal, , (B) Cedar and Pine, , (C) Bamboo and Pine, , (D) Ebony and Rosewood, , What can be made from bamboo?, Baskets, paper, mats, rayon etc. can be made from bamboo., I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker.

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2nd Proof, , Standard, 59., A., , : 7 | Social Science, , Name some forest products., Woods of various plants like wood, resin, glue, honey, various herbs, turpentine etc. are some of the, forest products., , 60., , Forests prevent climate change. ( or ), , ( ), , 61., , Which of the following does not indicate the importance of forests?, , (C), , (A) Maintains groundwater level., (B) Brings rain., (C) Absorbs atmospheric moisture., (D) Prevents soil erosion., 62., , Forests maintain the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere., , 63., , Explain the economical importance of forests.***, , A., , Forests are useful to us in many ways.The economic importance of forests is as follows:, (1) The main product of forests is wood. Teak and sal wood from the forests are used as timber and, for making home furniture., (2) Sports equipment is made from cedar and pine wood., (3) In addition to baskets, paper, rayon, mats, decorative items are made from bamboo., (4) Lacquer, resin, gum, honey and various herbs are also found in the forest., (5) Forests provide livelihood to the people living there., , 64., A., , State the environmental importance of forest., The environmental significance of forests is as follows:, (1) Forests prevent climate change., (2) Maintains moisture in the climate and is useful in bringing more rainfall., (3) Forests help to maintain groundwater level., (4) Prevents soil erosion., (5) Maintains the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere., (6) Prevents desertification., , 65., , Where is the forest mainly found in India?***, (A) Gujarat, , 66., A., , (B) Assam, , (C), (C) Andaman-Nicobar (D) Haryana, , Where is the largest forest cover in India located?, The largest forest cover in India is located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as well as in the, states of Mizoram, Manipur, Tripura and Arunachal Pradesh., , 67., , Out of the total area of Gujarat, forest cover is 11.18%. ( or ), I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , ( ), 57

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, 68., A., , What should be the proportion of forests according to the National Forest Policy?, According to the National Forest Policy, 33% of the total land area should be covered by forests., , 69., , The forest cover in India is about 23%., , 70., , Why are forests disappearing rapidly?, , A., , Due to human hunger for land, increasing demand for timber and raw material for industries,, increasing urbanization, etc. forests are disappearing rapidly., , 71., A., , What are the effects of haphazard deforestation on the environment?, Due to the haphazard destruction of forests, the environment has suffered some adverse consequences :, ,  increase in pollution,  decrease in rainfall,  frequent droughts and floods,  soil erosion,  endangered wildlife and their reducing numbers,  increase in global temperature,  destruction of natural beauty,  Desertification, 72., , Which of the following does not lead to forest conservation?, , (A), , (A) Not planting trees on fallow land., (B) Bringing public awareness., (C) Creating an eco-club., (D) Carrying out programs like tree planting., 73., A., , What measures can be taken for forest conservation?, The following measures can be taken for forest conservation:, ,  Environmental education can be imparted in schools and colleges.,  Forest conservation can be done by bringing environmental awareness through dramas, TV,, radio, and advertisements., ,  The importance of forests should be explained to the people through various activities and, competitions., ,  Improving the scope of work of the forest department.,  Tree plantation should be done on fallow land.,  To form an eco-club in the school and do various activities.,  Programs like tree planting and forest festivals can be promoted., 58, , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker.

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2nd Proof, , Standard, 74., , : 7 | Social Science, , Match the following :, A, , B, , Answer, , (1) World Wildlife Day, , (A) 21st March, , (1) – C, , (2) World Environment Day, , (B) 29th December, , (2) – D, , (3) World Forest Day, , (C) 4th October, , (3) – A, , (4) Biodiversity Day, , (D) 5th June, , (4) – B, , Wildlife Resource, 75., , India's wildlife is diverse. ( or ), , 76., , Kashmiri deer and wild goats are found in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh., , 77., , Elephants are found in the forests of which Indian state?, , A., , (), , Elephants are found in the forests of Uttarakhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Assam, etc., , 78., , The one horned rhinoceros is inhabited in Assam and in swampy regions of West Bengal., , 79., , Ghudkhars(Wild donkeys) are found in the little Rann of Kutch., , 80., , India is the only country where all three animals like lions, leopards and tigers are found., ( or ), , 81., A., , ( ), , In which Indian state are tigers and lions found?, In India, lions live in the forests of Gir in Gujarat. Tigers are found in the regions of West Bengal,, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan and the Himalayas., , 82., , In which of the following areas of India are tigers not found?, (A) Uttarakhand, , 83., A., 84., A., , (B) Gujarat, , (C) Madhya Pradesh, , (B), (D) West Bengal, , Bears are found in which forests in India?, Bears are found in the forests of Danta, Jessore, Vijayanagar, Dediapada and Ratanmahal in India., Name some common birds found in India., Birds like duck, peacock, parrot, kabar, sparrow, pigeons, maina, owl, heron, surkhab, bulbul, etc. are, found in India., , 85., , Nalsarovar is known for migratory birds. ( or ), , 86., , Flamingo is the state bird of Gujarat., , 87., , Which species of fish are found in the coastal areas of India?, , A., , ( ), , Mackerel, Prawn, Boomla, Shark, Dolphin, Salmon etc. are the species of fish which are found along, the coast of India., , 88., , Red pandas are found in the snow forests of the Himalayas., I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 59

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, , Endangered Wildlife, 89., , _________ from the forests of Gujarat and _________ from the forests of India are extinct., (A) Leopard, Elephant (B) Bear, Ghorad, , 90., A., , (C) Crocodile, Bear, , (D), , (D) Tiger, Cheetah, , Name some endangered species of India., Some endangered species of India include the birds like sparrow, vulture, stork, owl, crane and, animals like Gharial-crocodile, Gangetic-dolphin. Otters found in the rivers of Gujarat like Narmada,, Tapi and Sabarmati etc. are in danger., Wildlife Conservation, , 91., , In ancient times Emperor Ashoka made laws for wildlife conservation., , 92., , 'State Wildlife' is formed in most of the states in India for the protection of wildlife. ( or ) (), , 93., , Write a short note on wildlife conservation.***, , A., , Laws have been enacted to protect wildlife for centuries. History records that emperor Ashoka, enacted laws to protect wildlife. Even today, laws for the same 'State Wildlife' are formed in most of, the states. Other voluntary organisations also work for it. Following legal steps should be taken for, wildlife conservation :, ,  Strict enforcement to stop/ to curb wildlife atrocities and poaching.,  Wildlife in the forest should be counted after a certain interval.,  Forests provide natural protection to wildlife so destruction of forests should be prevented.,  People should be explained the importance of wildlife conservation.,  Make quick efforts to extinguish forest fires.,  Make efforts to provide medical treatment to wildlife.,  Develop protected areas for wildlife.,  Awareness should be brought through the media.,  An adequate supply of water, food and natural habitat should be arranged for the wildlife., Desert Life, 94., , 95., 60, , Which is the largest desert in the world?, , (C), , (A) Desert of Kutch, , (B) Desert of Ladakh, , (C) The hot desert of Sahara, , (D) Thar Desert, , The climate of the Sahara desert is hot and dry., I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker.

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2nd Proof, , Standard, 96., A., , : 7 | Social Science, , Describe the climate of the Sahara desert., The climate of the desert is hot and dry. There is very little rainfall here. In addition, daytime, temperature reaches to 50 °C, while nighttime temperature drops to as low as 0 °C. Thus, the, Sahara has an extreme type of climate., , 97., A., , Give reason: Sahara desert has low vegetation., The Sahara is a vast desert. The climate is dry and hot. The desert receives negligible amounts of, rainfall. So there is very little vegetation., , 98., , The Sahara Desert is surrounded by palm trees . ( or ), , 99., , Which of these animals is found in the Sahara Desert?, , A., , ( ), , Foxes, desert lizards, desert scorpions, chameleons, striped hyena and various species of snakes are, found in the Sahara desert., , 100., A., , Write a note on the flora and fauna of the Sahara Desert.***, Flora: As the Sahara is a vast, arid and hot desert region, there is very little vegetation. Since the, rainfall is very low there is a high proportion of thistles. The desert is rich in palm trees and thorny, vegetation., Fauna: The main animal of the Sahara desert is the camel. The people there raise sheep, goats,, mules, etc. for their livelihood. In addition, foxes, desert lizards, desert scorpions, chameleons, striped, hyena and various species of snakes are found in the desert area., , 101., A., 102., A., , People of which tribe live in the Sahara desert?, The Sahara desert is inhabited by the Bedouin, Tuareng and Berber tribes., How do people living in the desert get the necessities of life?, Most of the people living in the desert keep animals like sheep, goats and camels. From them they, get milk, leather and wool and get essentials like carpets, clothes, warm blankets etc. Due to the, availability of water in the vast Nile valley, crops like dates and wheat are grown here., , 103., , What do the people of Sahara cultivate?***, , A., , The people of Sahara cultivate dates and wheat., , 104., A., , Explain the effects of mineral production in the Sahara desert on the folk life there., In addition to mineral oil, minerals like iron, phosphorus, manganese and uranium are found in the, Sahara desert. So the people there try to use these minerals to raise their standard of living. In the, desert, urbanization is taking place by constructing paved houses and roads instead of raw-mud, houses. Many people from abroad also come here to get employment in the oil fields. Thus, the, production of minerals has brought about great changes in the lives of the people of the Sahara., I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 61

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, , Desert Of Ladakh, 105., , ___________ is the Union Territory of Northern India., (A) Ladakh, , (B) Lakshadweep, , (C) Diu, , (D) Daman, , (A), , 106., , Jaisalmer is the cold desert of India. ( or ), , 107., , Karakoram mountain range lies to the north of Ladakh and Zaskar mountain range to its south., , 108., , The main river of Ladakh is __________., (A) Ganga, , 109., A., , (B) Gandak, , (), , (D), (C) Damodar, , (D) Indus, , Describe the climate of Ladakh., The air in Ladakh is very thin and the climate is cold and dry due to the high altitude. In summer the, temperature is above 0°C during the day and during night the temperature may drop below-30° C., Rainfall is also very less here., , 110., , It rains a lot in Ladakh. ( or ), , 111., , Why is there little vegetation in Ladakh?, , A., , (), , Ladakh is a desert with a cold and arid climate. There is also less rainfall. That is why Ladakh has, very little vegetation., , 112., A., , What kind of vegetation is found in Ladakh?, Ladakhh has very little vegetation. Only short grass is found. Cedar and poplar trees are found in, the valley region., , 113., A., , Which species of birds and animals are found in Ladakh?, Ladakh is home to birds like Devchakali, Redstart, Chukar, Grandala, Snow Patridge, Tibetan Snowcock, Raven and Hoopoe. Animals like snow leopard, red foxes, marmots(big squirrel), ocher- bears, and Himalayan Thar are found here. In addition, wild goats, sheep and yaks are reared here., , 114., , Which special animal is found in Ladakh?***, (A) Yak, , 115., A., , (B) Ghudkhar, , (A), (C) Fox, , (D) Cow, , Why do the people of Ladakh rear animals?, Wild goats, sheep and yaks are nurtured to get milk and meat. They prepare paneer from the milk, of yak and woolen clothes are made from the wool of sheep-goats and yaks., , 116., A., 117., 62, , What species of people live in Ladakh?, Ladakh is mostly inhabited by Indo-Aryans, Tibetans and Ladakhis., Most of the people in Ladakh follow Buddhism. ( or ), I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , ( )

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2nd Proof, , Standard, 118., A., 119., A., , : 7 | Social Science, , What is cultivated in Ladakh?, Barley, potatoes and peas are cultivated in Ladakh., What do women in Ladakh generally do?, In Ladakh, women do household work, farming and also run small businesses like running a shop,, weaving warm clothes etc., , 120., A., 121., A., , Which region of India is known as 'Small Tibet'? Why ?***, Due to the wide spread of Tibetan culture in Ladakh, it is known as 'Small Tibet'., Why does Ladakh attract visitors throughout the world?, In Ladakh, Buddhist monasteries at Hemis, Thiksey and Row, and meadows, glaciers, besides festivals, and religious ceremonies attract visitors throughout the world., , 122., , The main city of Ladakh is Leh., , 123., , The people of Ladakh use natural resources very judiciously. ( or ), , 124., , Write a short note on the folk life of Ladakh., , A., , ( ), , Ladakh is the cold desert of India known for its mountainous beauty and culture. It is home to, mostly Indo-Aryan, Tibetan and Ladakhi species. Most people follow Buddhism. The people here, cultivate barley, potatoes and peas in summer. In addition to household work and farming, women, also run small businesses such as running a shop, weaving warm fabrics, etc. People live a simple, and easy life. In Ladakh, Buddhist monasteries like Hemis, Thikaey and Row, and meadows, glaciers,, besides festivals and religious ceremonies are worth visiting. The main city of Ladakh is Leh. Due to, modernization, change has begun to come in life yet people keep pace with nature. They spend, their life using natural things very judiciously., Rann Of Kutch, , 125., A., , State the location of the Kutch Desert in India., The desert of Kutch is located on the north-western border of the state of Gujarat. To its west lies the, country of Pakistan and Rajasthan lies to its North-East., , 126., , Name the parts of the Desert of Kutch., , A., , There are two parts of the Desert of Kutch:, (1) Little Rann (2) Great Rann of Kutch., , 127., , The Desert of Kutch is a part of which desert?, , (B), , (A) The Desert of Ladakh, , (B) The Thar Desert, , (C) The Sahara Desert, , (D) None of these, , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 63

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, 128., , The climate of the white desert of Kutch is hot and dry., , 129., , Grass and thorny shrubs are found in the 'Banny' area of Kutch., , 130., , Wild acacia trees are planted to prevent the Kutch desert from advancing. ( or ), , ( ), , 131., , Which of the following birds is found in the desert of Kutch?***, , (B), , 132., A., , (A) Ostrich, , (B) Flamingo, , (C) Snow- Patridge, , (D) Penguin, , Which animals and birds are found in the desert of Kutch?, In the desert of Kutch, birds like Flamingo, Laurel, great Indian bustard, Kunj, crane etc. and animals, like Ghudkhar (wild ass), nilgai, golden fox, Henotaro, Naar, jarakh, chinkara, antelope are found., , 133., , Which of the following birds of the Kutch Desert is on the verge of extinction?, (A) Stork, , 134., A., 135., A., 136., A., , (B) Flamingo, , (C) Great Indian bustard(D) Laurel, , Which animals are domesticated by the people of Kutch?, The people of Kutch rear animals like sheep-goats, cows-buffaloes, camels, donkeys., How do the people living along the coast of Kutch get employment?, The people living along the coast of Kutch are employed in shipping, fishing and shrimp farming., Which crop is grown in Kutch?, Dates, pomegranate, coconut, kutchi kesar, mangoes, millet etc. are grown in Kutch., , 137., , The main crop of Kutch is millet. ( or ), , 138., , What adventurous activity has developed in the desert of Kutch? Why?, , A., , (C), , ( ), , Due to the flat geographical condition of Kutch, adventurous activities like paragliding have developed, here., , 139., A., , Write a short note on the folk life of Kutch., ,  The folk life of Kutch is diverse. The people rear animals like sheep-goats, cows-buffaloes, camels,, donkeys., ,  People in the coastal area get employment from shipping, fishing and shrimp farming.,  Due to the distinct climate, date, pomegranate, coconut and Kutchi Kesar, mangoes are also, grown in some areas. The main crop here is millet., ,  Some of the people of Kutch are engaged in a special type of embroidery and handicraft business.,  Due to the growth of modern industries, the proportion of employment has also increased., Tourism industry is also growing very fast. It also provides employment to many people., ,  Adventurous activities like paragliding are developing due to the geographical flat conditions, of Kutch., 64, , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker.

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2nd Proof, , Standard, 140., A., , : 7 | Social Science, , Write a short note on the Desert of Kutch.***, The Kutch Desert is located on the north-western border in the Kutch district of Gujarat. Pakistan, lies to the West of the Kutch desert and Rajasthan lies to the North-East of it. The desert of Kutch has, two parts: (1) Little Rann (2) Great Rann of Kutch. The desert of Kutch is believed to have been, formed due to the lifting of the continental shelf. This desert is a part of the Thar Desert of Rajasthan., The desert here is covered with salt shells, so it is also known as the 'White Desert'. There is very, little rainfall here. So the climate here is hot and dry., , 141., , Match the following:, A, , B, , (1) A priceless gift of nature, , Answer, , (A) Coal, , (1) – B, , (2) Renewable Resource, , (B) Water, , (2) – C, , (3) Unique Animals of India, , (C) Sunlight, , (3) – D, , (4) Non-Renewable Resources, , (D) One horned Rhinoceros, , (4) – A, , which is getting polluted, , 142., , Match the following:, A, , B, , Answer, , (1) Leh, , (A) The Cold Desert of India, , (1) – D, , (2) Banni Area, , (B) The largest desert in the world, , (2) – C, , (3) Sahara, , (C) Desert of Kutch, , (3) – B, , (4) Ladakh, , (D) The main city of Ladakh, , (4) – A, , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker., , 65

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2nd Proof, , Chapter 14 : Conservation and Preservation of Resources, 143., , Show the following locations on the outlined map of India: ***, (Ladakh, Desert of Kutch, Narmada River, Sabarmati River, Andaman-Nicobar Islands, Gir, Nal Sarovar,, Arunachal Pradesh, Thar Desert , Gujarat, Rajasthan), , , , 66, , I am ‘Confident’... I am a Change Maker.