CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper 2016 Outside Delhi
This is the CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper from 2016, specifically the Outside Delhi set. The paper is designed for a duration of 3 hours and carries a maximum of 70 marks. It contains 22 questions in total, and all questions are compulsory. The marks for each question are indicated against it. Notably, question 26 involves identifying and locating geographical features on provided outline maps of the World and India, which must be attached to the answer book. The paper includes a variety of question types, ranging from definitional and conceptual questions worth 1 mark each, to analytical and explanatory questions worth 3 marks. It also features a table-based question on the continent-wise distribution of million cities and a diagram-based question related to geographical features and resources in India. Solving this previous year's question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, assess their preparation level, and improve their performance in the board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Geography |
| Session | 2011-12 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper has 22 questions in total, with marks indicated against each. Question 26 is map-based.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Human Geography
- Human Development
- Trade Liberalisation
- Agricultural Sector in India
- Rural-Urban Migration
- International Trade
- Sustainable Use of Nature
- Million Cities
- Rural Settlements
- Rainwater Harvesting
- Resource Distribution
- Map Work
Important topics
- Human Development Concept
- Agricultural Sector Trends
- Rural-Urban Migration Drivers
- Million Cities Growth
- Rural Settlement Types
- Rainwater Harvesting Benefits
- Map Identification and Labelling
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Question paper text
CBSE Class XII - Geography Outside Delhi Board Question Paper 2016
Time: 3 hrs
Max. Marks: 70
General Instructions:
<math>\blacktriangle</math> There are 22 questions in all.
All questions are compulsory.
<math>\bullet</math> Marks of questions are indicated against it.
- Question number 26 is related to identification or locating and labelling of geographical features on maps.
Outline maps of the World and India provided to you must be attached within your answer-book.
Use of template or stencils for drawing maps is allowed.
- Name the country where sex ratio is most unfavourable to women in the world. (1)
- Define the concept of human development. (1)
- How has the 'New Ruhr' landscape emerged? (1)
- Asses the positive aspect of 'trade liberalisation'. (1)
- "The proportion of workers in the agricultural sector in India has shown a declining trend over the last few decades." What does this trend indicate? (1)
- Why do people migrate in large number from rural to urban areas in India? (1)
- Name the two countries which are the largest trading partners of India as per economic survey report of 2011-12. (1)
- "The knowledge and understanding of laws of nature are extremely valuable to human kind". Explain the values that can help to use the gifts of nature in sustainable manner. (3)
- Study the table given below and answer the questions that follow: (3)
Continent wise distribution of Million Cities
Continent Early Mid 1970s Mid 2000
1950 Europe 23 30 58
Asia 32 69 206
North and Central America 16 36 79
South America 8 17 43
Africa 3 8 46
Australia 2 2 6
World Total 84 162 438
9.1) Name the two continents which have shown the highest growth rate of million cities from 1950 to 2000.
9.2) What could have been the reason for such a growth of million cities?
9.3) Give the meaning of a 'million city'.
- Differentiate between 'hamleted' and 'dispersed' rural settlements of India.
(3)
- How is rainwater harvesting helped in the development of certain areas of India? Explain with examples.
- Study the diagram given below and answer the questions that follow:
(3) (3) Raniganj
Jharia
Damodar River ¥ Manganese
★ Steel Plant
<math>\otimes</math> Limestone Birmitrapur 326 Km Coal 335 Kr ☆ Iron Ore
☆ Kulaisila
Noamudi > W Gorumahisani Kiriburi . Kutupit Bonaigarh *
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 12 Geography Previous Year Board Question Paper from 2016 (Outside Delhi set) for exam practice.
What is the duration and maximum marks for this paper?
The paper is for 3 hours and has a maximum of 70 marks.
How many questions are there in the paper?
There are a total of 22 questions in this Geography board question paper.
What is the importance of solving previous year question papers?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, identify important topics, and improve their marks in the final examination.
Are there any specific instructions for map-based questions?
Yes, question 26 requires identifying and locating geographical features on provided outline maps of the World and India, which must be attached to the answer book.
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