CTET CTET Social Science 3

Question 1

The 'Black Soil' found in the Deccan Plateau is best suited for growing which crop?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

Answer

Black soil (Regur soil) retains moisture well and is rich in iron and calcium, making it ideal for cotton cultivation.

Question 2

Who wrote 'Indica', an account of the Mauryan Empire?

Accepted Answer

Megasthenes

Answer

Megasthenes, the Greek ambassador to Chandragupta Maurya's court, wrote 'Indica', which describes Mauryan society and governance.

Question 3

The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?

Accepted Answer

8

Answer

The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 Indian states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram.

Question 4

Which constitutional amendment lowered the voting age in India from 21 to 18 years?

Accepted Answer

61st Amendment

Answer

The 61st Constitutional Amendment (1988) reduced the voting age from 21 to 18 years, enfranchising millions of young citizens.

Question 5

In a Social Science classroom, a student claims that women are naturally less suited for leadership. The best pedagogical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Facilitate a discussion using historical and contemporary examples of women leaders

Answer

Facilitating a discussion with evidence engages critical thinking and allows students to reconstruct their understanding through inquiry.

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