Final Exam Class 7 Social Studies Set 1 | Social Science Class 7 - New NCERT PDF Download

Maximum Marks: 80
Time: 3 Hours
General Instructions:
(i) The question paper consists of 34 questions divided into four sections: A, B, C, and D. 
(ii) All questions are compulsory. 
(iii) Section A: Questions 1 to 15 are multiple-choice questions, carrying 1 mark each. Select the most appropriate response. 
(iv) Section B: Questions 16 to 22 are short-answer questions, carrying 2 marks each. 
(v) Section C: Questions 23 to 31 are short-answer questions, carrying 4 marks each. 
(vi) Section D: Questions 32 to 34 are short-answer questions, carrying 5 marks each. 
(vii) Write answers neatly and legibly.

Section A

Q1. Which of the following is a feature of the Indo-Gangetic Plains?
(a) Rocky terrain
(b) Fertile alluvial soil
(c) Dense forests
(d) Arid climate

Q2. What is the primary source of rainfall in India?
(a) Western Disturbances
(b) Monsoon winds
(c) Cyclones
(d) Local winds

Q3. Which city was a major center during the Gupta Era?
(a) Pataliputra
(b) Kanchipuram
(c) Madurai
(d) Harappa

Q4. What is a key feature of a democratic government?
(a) Rule by a single person
(b) Elected representatives
(c) Hereditary rule
(d) Military control

Q5. Which river is considered sacred in Hinduism?
(a) Brahmaputra
(b) Ganga
(c) Godavari
(d) Narmada

Q6. What replaced the barter system in ancient India?
(a) Paper currency
(b) Coins
(c) Digital payments
(d) Gold bars

Q7. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Thar Desert?
(a) Heavy rainfall
(b) Arid climate
(c) Fertile soil
(d) Dense vegetation

Q8. Who founded the Maurya Empire?
(a) Ashoka
(b) Chandragupta Maurya
(c) Samudra gupta
(d) Bindusara

Q9. What is the role of markets in an economy?
(a) Enforce laws
(b) Facilitate exchange of goods
(c) Control weather
(d) Build roads

Q10. Which mountain range protects India from northern invasions?
(a) Western Ghats
(b) Himalayas
(c) Aravallis
(d) Vindhyas

Q11. Which Gupta ruler is known for his conquests?
(a) Chandragupta I
(b) Samudragupta
(c) Chandragupta II
(d) Kumaragupta

Q12. What is a key feature of the Constitution of India?
(a) Hereditary rule
(b) Fundamental Rights
(c) Military control
(d) Single religion

Q13. Which region is known for its biodiversity due to heavy rainfall?
(a) Thar Desert
(b) Western Ghats
(c) Deccan Plateau
(d) Gangetic Plains

Q14. What was a major contribution of the Gupta Era?
(a) Railway systems
(b) Temple architecture
(c) Digital technology
(d) Space exploration

Q15. What is a limitation of the barter system?
(a) Use of coins
(b) Double coincidence of wants
(c) High efficiency
(d) Digital payments

Section B

Q16. Define geographical diversity with an example from India. (2 marks)

Q17. Name two factors affecting India’s climate. (2 marks)

Q18. What is the significance of sacred landscapes in India? (2 marks)

Q19. Differentiate between monarchy and democracy. (2 marks)

Q20. What is the barter system? Give an example. (2 marks)

Q21. Name two ancient cities known for trade in India. (2 marks)

Q22. What is the role of the Constitution of India? (2 marks)

Section C

Q23. Explain how the Himalayas influence India’s climate. (4 marks)

Q24. Describe the rise of the Maurya Empire. (4 marks)

Q25. Why are certain rivers sacred in Indian culture? Give an example. (4 marks) 

Q26. Discuss the features of the Gupta Era’s contributions to art. (4 marks)

Q27. How did coins improve trade in ancient India? (4 marks)

Q28. Explain the role of trade routes in ancient Indian cities. (4 marks)

Q29. How does the Thar Desert affect life in Rajasthan? (4 marks)

Q30. Describe the key features of the Constitution of India. (4 marks)

Q31. Discuss the role of markets in ancient India. (4 marks)

Section D

Q32. Discuss the geographical features of India and their role in shaping its culture. (5 marks)

Q33. Explain the contributions of the Gupta Empire to science and art. (5 marks) 

Q34. Describe the transition from barter to a monetary economy in ancient India and its impact. (5 marks)

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