SSC (English Medium) १० वीं कक्षा - Maharashtra State Board Important Questions

Answer the following question in 25-30 words.

Why is Maharashtra known as the land that nurtured the Indian film industry? 

Answer the question in 25-30 words.

What is Powada? 

Describe in brief the Dashavatara shows.

Read the following passage and answer the questions based on it.
Toys can throw light on history and technological development. We can also get a glimpse of religious and cultural traditions through them. As a part of traditional Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra model forts are made.
Clay images of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his soldiers and also people and animals are placed on these model forts. This tradition keeps the memory alive of the important role of forts in the history of Maharashtra.
An ivory doll made by Indian craftsmen was found in the excavation of Pompeii, an ancient in Italy. It is dated to 1st century C.E. This artefact throws light on the Indo-Roman trade relations. Thus, toys found in archaeological excavations can tell us about cultural contacts between nations in ancient times.

1. Where was an ivory doll made by Indian craftsmen found? (1)
2. Which tradition from Maharashtra mentioned in give passage? (1)
3. With the help of toys of your choice, write the information about any one Indian game. (2)

Answer the question in detail.

Explain the close tie between sports and history.

Explain the following statement with reasons.

Currently, the structure of sports economy has been significantly affected.

Write about the history of sports equipment and toys in ancient India. 

Explain the close tie between sports and history. 

Explain the difference between indoor and outdoor games.

Write a note on Sports and movies.

Complete given concept maps.

Complete the following web.

Read the following passage and answer the questions based on it.

‘Heritage Walks’ as an organised group activity has gained popularity
in many countries. India has a rich history, which can be traced back to
many millenniums. Every region of India is full of historical places from
ancient, medieval and modern period. The ‘Heritage walk’ organised in the
city of Ahmedabad is well-known. In the cities of Mumbai and Pune in
Maharashtra such walks are organised regularly. Heritage walks can
encourage people to support projects like conservation and preservation of
historical monuments, to collect authentic information about them and to
publish it through various media. Residences of renowned citizens who have

passed away are also part of heritage. In some cities ‘blue plaques’ with the
names and other relevant information of such citizens are placed on their
residences, as a part heritage scheme.

1. What is heritage walk? 
2. Where is heritage walk organised? 
3. What can we achieve with the help of heritage walk?

Thomas Cook established a travel agency selling ______.

Identify the wrong pair in the following, correct it and rewrite.

What are the professional fields associated with tourism?

(i) Maharaj Sayajirao University - Delhi
(ii) Banaras Hindu University - Varanasi
(iii) Aligarh Muslim Universiy - Aligarh
(iv) Jivaji University - Gwalior

Find the incorrect pair in every set and write the correct one.
(i) Indian Museum - Kolkata
(ii) National Museum - Delhi
(iii) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastusangrahalay - Pune
(iv) Jivaji University - Gwalior

The earliest museum in the world was discovered in the excavations at the city of ..............

Complete the following web.