Question 1

Which one of the following is an example of a renewable resource?

Accepted Answer

Solar energy is a renewable resource because it can be renewed or reproduced by physical, chemical, or mechanical processes.

Question 2

On the basis of origin, resources are classified into which of the following categories?

Accepted Answer

On the basis of origin, resources are classified as Biotic (derived from living organisms) and Abiotic (composed of non-living things).

Question 3

In which country was the first Earth Summit held in June 1992?

Accepted Answer

The first International Earth Summit was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in June 1992.

Question 4

Which soil is also known as 'Regur Soil'?

Accepted Answer

Black soil is also popularly known as Regur soil or black cotton soil.

Question 5

Black soil is ideal for growing which crop?

Accepted Answer

Black soil is ideal for growing cotton and is therefore also known as black cotton soil.

Geography: Resources and Development — NCERT Class 10 Social Science Important Questions & Revision Notes