PS TET Paper 2: Social Science Test - 6 - PS TET MCQ

• Sufis were Muslim mystics.
• They rejected outward religiosity and emphasised love and devotion to God and compassion towards all fellow human beings.
• The Sufis often rejected the elaborate rituals and codes of behaviour demanded by Muslim religious scholars.
• They sought union with God much as a lover seeks his beloved with a disregard for the world. 
• The Sufi masters held their assemblies in their khanqahs or hospices.
• Devotees of all descriptions including members of the royalty and nobility, and ordinary people flocked to these khanqahs.
• They discussed spiritual matters, sought the blessings of the saints in solving their worldly problems, or simply attended the music and dance sessions

Based on the above discussion, we can conclude that both the given statements (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

The first permanent president of the Constitution Assembly was Dr. Rajendra Prasad and Vice-Chairman was H.C. Mukherjee. The construction of the constitution took 2 years 11 months 18 days of time.

Summative evaluation determines a student's level of academic proficiency at the conclusion of the academic year or term. This is accomplished by comparing the evaluation to a predetermined, globally accepted norm or benchmark.

British historians divided the history of India into three periods: "Hindu", "Muslim" and "British". This division was based on the idea that the religion of rulers was the only important historical change, and that there were no other significant developments—in the economy, society or culture. Few historians follow this periodisation today. Most look to economic and social factors to characterise the major elements of different moments of the past.

This is the activity that should be conducted to teach the topic of Unity in Diversity. There are varied dance forms in different parts of the country, and each dance form is one way or the other similar to each other. They also have noticeable differences, which will easily make the students know about the exact meaning of Unity in Diversity.

This is the right answer. The parents may not be able to help the child academically, but this act itself implies that education is considered important and as something valuable, which may motivate the child to study.

• Muhammad bin Tughluq was the Sultan of Delhi from 1325 to 1351.
• ​Muhammad Bin Tughlaq shifted his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad in 1327.
• There were two reasons for this shift
  • His desire to have a centrally located capital, and 
  • The fear of invasion by Mongols.
• The plan proved to be a failure and the capital was transferred back to Delhi later.

• The right to freedom (Article 19-22) is a fundamental right.
• The Right to Freedom guarantees the right to freedom for citizens to live a life of dignity.
• Article 19 states 6 rights concerning freedom:
  • Speech and Expression
  • Assembly
  • Association
  • Movement
  • Residence
  • Profession
• Article 20 states protection with respect to conviction for offences.
• Article 21 states the right to life and liberty.
• Article 22- Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases.
• If politicians in one state decides to not allow labourers from other states to work in his state, the Right to Freedom is violated.

Thus, we can say that if politicians in one state decides to not allow labourers from other states to work in his state, the Right to freedom is violated.

Social science studies are well-planned, systematic, and based on specialized knowledge of its different components. It constitutes a broad field of knowledge and deals with human beings in relation to their social behavior.

Let rate of interest = R
We know that,
C.I - S.I = 96
or,

On solving we get, R = 8%

The deficiency of copper can cause many haematological manifestations, such as myelodysplasia, anemia, leukopenia (low white blood cell count) and neutropenia (low count of neutrophils,) a type of white blood cell that is often called "the first line of defence" for the immune system.

The boiling point of hydrocarbons increases as the number of carbon atoms in the molecule increases. This is because forces between molecules increase as the size of the molecule increases.
The boiling point are mentioned below :
Methane = -162°C
Ethane = -89°C
Propane = -42°C
Butane = 0.5°C

• Landforms refer to the natural features on the surface of the earth that have been created through geological and geomorphological processes over time.
• These landforms are often created by agents or forces that shape the earth's surface.
• In the given pairs, we have to identify the correct agent that is responsible for the formation of a particular landform.

(a) Levees - Wind:

• Levees are natural or man-made embankments or ridges that are formed along the banks of rivers or other water bodies.
• These ridges are created by the deposition of sediment carried by the water during floods.
• While wind can cause erosion and deposition of sediment, it is not the primary agent responsible for the formation of levees. Therefore, this pair is incorrect.

(b) Stacks - Sea waves:

• Stacks are tall pillars of rock that are formed as a result of erosion by the sea waves.
• The waves erode the softer rock and leave behind the harder rock that forms the stack.
• This pair is correct because sea waves are the primary agent that forms stacks.

(c) Mushroom Rocks - River:

• Mushroom rocks are large rocks that have a distinctive shape, resembling a mushroom.
• They are often found in arid environments and are formed due to the process of erosion by wind.
• While rivers can also cause erosion, they are not the primary agent responsible for the formation of mushroom rocks. Therefore, this pair is incorrect.

(d) Moraines - Glaciers:

• Moraines are ridges or mounds of glacial debris that are deposited by glaciers.
• Glaciers are slow-moving masses of ice that can carry large amounts of rocks, soil, and other debris.
• As glaciers move, they transport this debris and deposit it along their edges and terminus.
• This pair is correct because glaciers are the primary agent responsible for the formation of moraines.

In conclusion, the correct pair of landform agents is (d) Moraines - Glaciers

Primary sources are the original materials created at the time under study, which includes first-hand accounts or direct evidence of the event.

• They are essential for historical research and understanding, as they provide an insight into the perspectives, ideas, and beliefs of the people who witnessed or participated in the event.

The teaching of social sciences must include approaches that promote creativity, aesthetics, and critical viewpoints, as well as give students the tools to make connections between the past and the present and comprehend societal change.

This is the correct option because it has been mentioned in the rules that an existing committee member who (or whose relatives) had failed to submit accounts could not be a member of a Sabha as laid down in the inscriptions from Uttaramerur in Chingleput district of Tamil Nadu.

Micro-teaching skills do not include problem solving.

The nature of enquiry in Social Sciences is scientific.

The largest part of the northern plain is formed of older alluvium. The Great Northern Plains has five subdivisions; Bhabar plains, Tarai Tract, Bhangar, Khadar, and Delta plains.

Social Sciences constitute a broad field of knowledge and deal with human beings in relation to their social behavior. 

• Social sciences are the sciences that study human beings in relation to their social system and institutions. Social sciences include the disciplines like history, geography, political science, economics, sociology, psychology, anthropology, culture studies, public administration, etc. At the secondary school and university levels, different social sciences are taught to students as independent and/or distinct disciplines.

For teaching current events in social science Debate activity is most suitable. In a debate, arguments are presented for frequently opposing viewpoints, and formal discourse on a particular topic is often conducted with the participation of an audience and moderator.

Travelling in a train complements diversity, as the train has a lot of passengers, each one having their own distinct culture and language, thereby, complementing diversity.

Social Sciences are essential to provide social, cultural, and analytical skills required to adjust to an increasingly interdependent world, and to deal with political and economic realities.

The teacher must make the students understand the concepts using activity based learning. She should have some objectives fixed in her mind, before performing a particular activity. Otherwise she will not be able to focus on children's attainment and therefore, will not be able to operate effectively.

In our solar system, all the planets have natural satellites except Mercury and Venus.

• Venus and the planet Mercury are the only two planets that don't have a single natural moon orbiting them. 
• Mercury is the first planet from the sun in the solar system as well as the smallest planet among the eight planets.
• Named after the Roman god Mercury, the planet also has the shortest orbital period around the sun due to its closeness to the sun.
• As stated earlier, the planet does not have any known natural satellites.
• Just like Mercury, Venus also does not have any known natural satellites.
• Venus is the second innermost planet from the sun in the solar system.
• The planet has an orbital period of about 243 days although its orbital direction is unlike most of the other planets.

Hence, the correct answer is Mars.

Diagnostic tests are designed to assist teachers in determining what knowledge and skills students possess in many areas in order to promote their students' learning.

Integrated learning as championed by John Dewey,  is to teach problem-solving using real-life skills by integrating different sets of curriculum or dimensions.
The main focus is to utilize prior knowledge and experiences of the students to support and acquire new knowledge and experiences. the learning process can be enhanced through different types of activities/works such as-

• Project work gives a learning platform for students to apply their previous knowledge critically and creatively to real-life situations.
• Project work is an effective learner-centered as well as group-centered teaching-learning method which provides learning experiences suited to individual differences. It requires the participation of both teachers and students. This is also called the “Project Method”. It is an activity-based method that is carried out in a natural setting. 
• Test work helps the teacher assess the new knowledge gained by the students.
• Performance work is used to assess the teaching output and simultaneously monitor his behavior in the given learning environment.
• Programmed task is a predetermined task to be performed, usually of repetitive nature.

​Hence, it can be said that Project work is most emphasized in teaching work involving integrated learning.

The Atlantic Ocean occupies an elongated, S-shaped basin, which makes the point `A` correct. The indented coastline in the Atlantic Ocean makes it ideal for natural harbours and ports. So, the Atlantic Ocean is the busiest ocean from commercial point of view. Hence, point `C` is correct.

The teacher should discuss details based on facts and should not be biased towards any one government. She should not dictate her own opinions.

While discussing the functions of a state government, issues related to health, water, transport etc. may be discussed to allow learners to understand these issues and express their critical views. This helps the students to have analytical and comprehensive understanding to such issues.