ICSE Class 10

General instructions: Answer all questions. Marks are shown in brackets [ ].

Objective

1. 1.
   The river Brahmaputra flows into which body of water?

   1. A. Bay of Bengal
   2. B. Arabian Sea
   3. C. Indian Ocean
   4. D. Gulf of Mannar
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2. 2.
   Which of the following is an important river flowing through the Great Indian Desert?

   1. A. Ganga River
   2. B. Luni River
   3. C. Yamuna River
   4. D. Satluj River
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3. 3.
   Which of the following rivers does not flow into the Bay of Bengal?

   1. A. Ganga
   2. B. Godavari
   3. C. Narmada
   4. D. Mahanadi
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4. 4.
   Which of the following correctly describes a key difference between the Eastern Coastal Plains and the Western Coastal Plains?

   1. A. The Eastern Coastal Plains have estuaries, while the Western Coastal Plains have deltas.
   2. B. The Eastern Coastal Plains lie along the Arabian Sea, while the Western Coastal Plains lie along the Bay of Bengal.
   3. C. The Eastern Coastal Plains are characterized by large river deltas, while the Western Coastal Plains feature estuaries and lagoons.
   4. D. The Eastern Coastal Plains are narrower than the Western Coastal Plains.
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5. 5.
   Which of the following correctly differentiates the Eastern Ghats from the Western Ghats?

   1. A. Eastern Ghats are taller and continuous; Western Ghats are shorter and discontinuous.
   2. B. Eastern Ghats are parallel to the west coast with an average height of 1200 m; Western Ghats are parallel to the east coast with an average height of 450 m.
   3. C. Western Ghats are continuous and lofty (avg. 1200 m); Eastern Ghats are broken and low (avg. 450 m).
   4. D. Western Ghats are dissected by rivers; Eastern Ghats are not affected by river erosion.
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6. 6.
   Which of the following correctly states two differences between rivers of Northern India and rivers of Southern (Peninsular) India?

   1. A. Northern rivers originate from the Himalayas and flow through plains; Peninsular rivers originate from plateaus and flow through the Deccan.
   2. B. Northern rivers are rain-fed; Peninsular rivers are glacier-fed.
   3. C. Northern rivers flow into the Arabian Sea; Peninsular rivers flow into the Bay of Bengal.
   4. D. Northern rivers are shorter; Peninsular rivers are longer and perennial.
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7. 7.
   Which river is the only significant river of the Rajasthan Plains, and which is the largest river island in the world?

   1. A. Ganga River; Srirangam.
   2. B. Luni River; Majuli.
   3. C. Yamuna River; Umananda.
   4. D. Sabarmati River; Diu.
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8. 8.
   Which of the following correctly identifies a key difference between the Plains of North India and the Coastal Plains?

   1. A. The Plains of North India are formed by glacial deposits, while Coastal Plains are formed by volcanic activity.
   2. B. The Plains of North India are alluvial plains formed by river deposits, while Coastal Plains are formed by coastal and marine processes.
   3. C. The Plains of North India are narrower and lie along the coast, while Coastal Plains are broader and inland.
   4. D. The Plains of North India are primarily desert regions, while Coastal Plains are dense forest areas.
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9. 9.
   Which mountain range separates the states of Haryana and Rajasthan from Gujarat?

   1. A. Aravalis
   2. B. Vindhyas
   3. C. Satpura Range
   4. D. Eastern Ghats
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10. 10.
    Which of the following is NOT a way the Northern Plains contribute to India's economic growth?

    1. A. Major food producer, cultivating crops like wheat and rice
    2. B. Supporting agro-based industries due to fertile soil
    3. C. Facilitating trade via mountainous terrain and limited rivers
    4. D. Providing flat terrain for transportation and infrastructure
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