ICSE ICSE Class 8 - CISCE Question Bank Solutions

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______ is referred to as the National Capital Territory of India.

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The __________ extend from Punjab in the west to the Brahmaputra Valley in the east.

On a Political Map of India, show all the States and Union territories of India along with their Capitals.

On an outline map of India, show the important physical features.

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Proper _________can help in limiting and minimizing damages and losses caused by natural or man-made disasters.

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The geographical location and landscape of India expose it to earthquakes.

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Proper planning can help in limiting and _______damages and losses resulting from any disaster-natural or man-made.

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Unlike most of the other natural disasters, a ________ is not a sudden occurrence.

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________ help to collect run-off water in hilly areas.

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______help in drawing moisture and rainfall to a region.

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We should make an effort to know more about the different kinds of ___________ to use in case of fire.

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While entering a public place like a cinema hall or auditorium, we should make note of the _______exits.

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_________ is the process of collecting and storing rainwater for future use.

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State whether the following is true or false:

Together with Europe, Asia is often referred to as Eurasia.

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Most of the Asian countries gained independence only after World War I.

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What do you understand by the term ‘archipelago ? Give two examples from the Pacific Ocean.

Name the rivers of the Great Siberian Plain.

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Describe the location of Asia.