CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper 2012 Outside Delhi
This is the CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper from 2012, specifically for the Outside Delhi region. The paper is designed to be completed in 3 hours and carries a maximum of 70 marks. It contains a total of 26 questions, all of which are compulsory. The questions are divided into different sections based on difficulty and marks: 10 very short answer questions (1 mark each), 10 short answer questions (3 marks each), and 5 long answer questions (5 marks each). Question 26 involves map work, requiring students to identify or locate geographical features on provided outline maps of the World and India. Solving this previous year question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, marking scheme, and types of questions asked, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Geography |
| Session | 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The paper consists of 26 questions divided into very short answer, short answer, and long answer types, with marks indicated against each.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Population growth
- Sex ratio
- Tourism
- Quaternary activities
- Population density
- Poverty line
- Metropolitan cities
- East-West Corridor
- Railway lines
- Air pollution
- Human Geography
- Material culture
- Human Development
- Secondary activities
- Migration
- Map of India
Important topics
- Human Geography
- Human Development
- Secondary activities
- Migration
- Map interpretation
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Question paper text
CBSE Class XII - Geography Outside Delhi Board Question Paper 2012
Time: 3 hrs
Max. Marks: 70
General Instructions:
<math>\blacktriangle</math> There are 26 questions in all.
All questions are compulsory.
<math>\bullet</math> Marks of each question are indicated against it.
- Question numbers 1 to 10 are very short answer questions carrying 1 mark each. Answer to each of these questions should not exceed 20 words.
Question numbers 11 to 20 are short answer questions carrying 3 marks each. Answer to each of these questions should not exceed 80 words.
<math>\bullet</math> Question numbers 21 to 25 are long answer questions carrying 5 marks each. Answer to each of these questions should not exceed 150 words.
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.
- Define the term 'Population growth'. (1)
- Name the country having highest sex ratio in the world. (1)
- Define the term 'Tourism'. (1)
- Give the two examples of quaternary activities. (1)
- What was the density of population in India according to census of 2001? (1)
- Which state of India has the lowest percentage of population bellow poverty line?(1)
- Name any two metropolitan cities of Andhra Pradesh (1)
- Which is the eastern terminal of 'East-West Corridor'? (1)
- Name the railway line that was constructed between Roha in Maharashtra and Mangalore in Karnataka.
(1)
- Name two diseases that are caused by air pollution.
(1)
- Define 'Human Geography'. Give four examples of elements of material culture
created by humans, using the resources provided by nature. (3)
- Explain any three feature of 'Welfare approach' to 'Human Development'. Explain the key areas of human development. (3)
- How do secondary activities add to natural resources? Explain with three examples.
(3)
- Why do people migrate? State the four streams of migration in India. (3)
- Study the map of India given below carefully and answer the questions that follow:
(3) INDIA
METROPOLITAN CITIES, 2001 00 20 20
ARABIA BAY OF SEA BENGAL 160
POPULATION IN MILLION
ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND:
15.1) How many metropolitan cities are there in Maharashtra?
15.2) Which one of them is the largest metropolitan city?
15.3) Name the easternmost metropolitan city of India, as shown in the map.
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the CBSE Class 12 Geography Board Question Paper from the 2012 examination for the Outside Delhi region.
What is the duration and maximum marks for this paper?
The total time allotted for the paper is 3 hours, and the maximum marks are 70.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper includes 10 very short answer questions (1 mark each), 10 short answer questions (3 marks each), 5 long answer questions (5 marks each), and one map-based question.
Why is solving previous year question papers important?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, which is essential for effective preparation and scoring well.
What are the benefits of practicing with this Geography PYQ?
Practicing with this Geography PYQ allows students to assess their knowledge, identify weak areas, and improve their time management skills for the board exams.
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