Water Resources Class 10 MCQ Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

Are you preparing for your CBSE Class 10 Social Science board exam? This quiz on "Water Resources" will help you revise key topics like water conservation, dams, water scarcity, and sustainable management of resources.

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Chapter Name: Water Resources
Subject: Social Science (Geography)
Book: NCERT Class 10 Geography
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
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Chapter 3 - Water Resources

1 / 15

Which sequence correctly represents the chain of impacts caused by dam construction?

River fragmentation → Reduced sediment flow → Rocky stream beds → Poor aquatic habitats

Flood control → Soil preservation → Enhanced biodiversity → Economic development

Sedimentation → Flood control → Better agriculture → Economic growth

Water storage → Irrigation → Food security → Population growth

2 / 15

Consider the following statements about rooftop rainwater harvesting in Rajasthan:

I. It provides pure drinking water
II. It helps in temperature regulation
III. It reduces groundwater depletion
IV. It prevents soil erosion

Which combination is correct?

All of the above

I and II only

II, III and IV only

I, II and III only

3 / 15

If a region implements PMKSY's "Per Drop More Crop" initiative effectively, which combination of outcomes is most likely?

Increased water usage, higher productivity, soil degradation

Higher crop yield, reduced water consumption, sustainable groundwater levels

More water storage, increased chemical fertilizer use, better productivity

Better irrigation coverage, increased water wastage, higher yields

4 / 15

In the context of the Bamboo Drip Irrigation system, what makes it particularly sustainable?

It's cheap to install and maintain

It combines indigenous knowledge, gravity-based distribution, and precise flow control without external energy

It uses modern technology and plastic pipes

It provides more water than conventional systems

5 / 15

What is a major criticism of multi-purpose river projects?

They disrupt the natural flow of rivers and affect aquatic life

They are not beneficial for agriculture

They are not effective in controlling floods

They are too expensive

6 / 15

What is the main cause of water scarcity?

Population growth

Natural disasters

Over-exploitation, excessive use, and unequal access to water

Climate change

7 / 15

Analyze the relationship between multi-purpose dam projects and agricultural practices. Which statement represents the most comprehensive negative impact?

Salinization of soil due to water-intensive commercial farming and changed cropping patterns

Increased cost of farming operations

Decreased agricultural productivity

Reduced water availability for irrigation

8 / 15

What is the name given to rainwater in the arid and semi-arid regions of Rajasthan?

Paani Pani

Palar Pani

Jal Pani

Neer Pani

9 / 15

What makes the traditional underground tanks of Rajasthan superior to modern water storage systems in terms of sustainability?

Natural temperature regulation, purity maintenance, and gravity-based operation

Lower construction costs and easier maintenance

Higher storage capacity and better filtration

Better water quality and longer storage life

10 / 15

Analyze the following consequences of water scarcity:

I. Shift to water-intensive crops
II. Increased groundwater exploitation
III. Interstate water disputes
IV. Urban migration

Which represents the correct cause-effect relationship?

IV → III → II → I

I → II → III → IV

III → II → I → IV

II → I → IV → III

11 / 15

Why might a well-planned dam project still fail to achieve its intended purposes? Consider:
I. Sedimentation issues
II. Changed rainfall patterns
III. Social resistance
IV. Political conflicts

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I and II only

III and IV only

I, II and III only

All of these factors working in combination

12 / 15

What is the main objective of the Jal Jeevan Mission?

To control floods

To promote industrialization

To provide drinking water facilities to rural households

To provide irrigation facilities to farmers

13 / 15

Which combination of factors would most effectively address India's water crisis?

Only building more dams and reservoirs

Integration of traditional methods, modern technology, community participation, and policy reforms

Implementing strict water usage regulations

Focusing solely on rainwater harvesting

14 / 15

Which combination of factors best explains the paradox of water scarcity in regions with adequate rainfall?

Population growth and industrial development only

Pollution and unequal distribution only

Over-exploitation and poor infrastructure only

Pollution, unequal access, excessive use, and inadequate management infrastructure

15 / 15

Which state in India has made rooftop rainwater harvesting compulsory?

Gujarat

Tamil Nadu

Maharashtra

Rajasthan

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Key Topics Covered in the Quiz

✔ Importance of Water Resources
✔ Major Dams in India
✔ Multipurpose River Valley Projects
✔ Causes and Effects of Water Scarcity
✔ Methods of Water Conservation
✔ Rainwater Harvesting

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