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Human Settlements

3 Board Geography previous year questions on Human Settlements — options free on every question; 1 include the answer & explanation free, the rest unlock with PYQ Pass.

Q1 FREE PREVIEW
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Which among the followings is NOT the correct feature of rural settlements?

a

The rural settlements derive their basic needs from land based primary activities.

b

In rural settlement, social relations among them are intimate.

c

In rural areas way of life is complex and fast.

d

The sparsely located small settlements.

✓ Correct answer: c)

In rural areas way of life is complex and fast.

Explanation

A (Correct Characteristic): The economy of rural settlements is primarily based on primary activities (such as agriculture, animal husbandry, fishing, and mining).
B (Correct Characteristic): Rural areas have a low population density; consequently, social ties among the people are close-knit, and they know one another personally.
C (Incorrect Characteristic): The lifestyle in rural areas is simple and tranquil. A complex and fast-paced lifestyle is the hallmark of cities, where people are highly time-conscious and busier.
D (Correct Characteristic): Rural settlements are often sparsely distributed (located far apart) and are small in size (such as villages or hamlets).

Q2
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Choose the correct pair of the following types of towns:

a

Industrial - Itarsi

b

Mining - Singrauli

c

Garrison - Satna

d

Administrative – Ankleshwar

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Which one of the following is garrison cantonment town?

a

Kandala

b

Saharanpur

c

Jharia

d

Mhow

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