SSC (English Medium) १० वीं कक्षा - Maharashtra State Board Important Questions for History and Political Science

State whether the following statement is True or False with reason.

Higher the initiative, weaker the democracy will be.

Answer the following question :

Explain how economic inequality is a challenge before democracy.

Complete the following timeline regarding establishment of political parties in India.

State whether the following statement is true or false. Give a reason for your answer.

Political parties act as a link between government and people.

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The movement started by Vishnudas Bhave was followed in Maharashtra by historical, mythological and also light farcical stage plays. The farcical plays dealt with social issues in a humorous way.
            Initially no written scripts were used. Often, only the lyrics were written downbut the dialogues used to be spontaneous. V.J. Kirtane was the first author who wrote the script of Thorale Madhavrao Peshwe in 1861 and its printed copy was made available. This was the beginning of the tradition of having a complete written script ready before staging a play.
         In the latter half of the 19th century, Balkrishnbuva Ichalkaranjikar made special efforts to introduce classical khyal music in Maharashtra. After him Ustad Alladiya Khan, Ustad Abdul Karim Khan and Ustad Rahimatkhan contributed in a great way. Their efforts helped in developing a taste for classical music among the audience in Maharashtra. The growing popularity of classical music resulted in the origin of musical Marathi theatre. The musical plays of Kirloskar Mandali became very popular. Sangeet Shakuntal written by Annasaheb Kirloskar earned a great popularity. Another musical play, Sharada, written by Govind Ballal Deval is quite important, as it comments in a humorous style on the evil custom of marrying young girls to aged men. Also plays such as Mooknayak, written by Shripad Krishna Kolahtkar, Sangeet Manapaman, written by Krishnaji Prabhakar Khadilkar and Ekach Pyala written by Ram Ganesh Gadkari are important in the history of Marathi theatre.

1. Who presented the play Seetaswayamvar in theatre?
2. Who is the author of the drama Sangeet Sharada?
3. Explain how drama creates social awakening.

Find the incorrect pair in every set and rewrite the correct one.

Find the incorrect pair in every set and write the correct one.

(i) Prabhakar  - Gopal Hari Deshmukh
(ii) Darpan  - Balashashtri Jambhekar
(iii) Deenbandhu  - Krishnarao Bhalekar
(iv) Kesari   - Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Answer in brief.
As a student of history, what professional opportunities in the field of drama and movies are available for you?

Answer in brief.

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

Complete the concept map :

Complete the sentence by choosing the correct option.
Baburao painter made the movie ___________

Write a short note on Need of entertainment.

Write note on Entertainment and professional opportunities.

Explain the following statement with reasons.

Bharuds composed by Saint Eknath is popular in Maharashtra.

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.

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