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CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT 2.4 Key Concepts i. As science and technology have progressed, so did man’s inherent greed for power and along with increased hostility between various groups of people in the world. ii. Terrorism has become common in certain areas of the world, including parts of India. iii. Citizen safety is the concern of all. Different measures are adopted by various agencies to create awareness on safety. iv. In terrorist areas children do not lead normal life, they live in constant fear of attacks and vio- lence. v. As a citizen of India, everyone should feel the responsibility to avoid accidents and put check on terrorism. —— CCE Based Practice Questions —— AS1-Conceptual Understanding Very Short Answer Type Questions 1. Match the following. Column A Column B i. Rail accidents a. Lack of proper drainage facility ii. Road Safety Week b. Emergency ambulance service iii. Human induced disaster c. Road Safety and no accident iv. Mumbai floods d. Walking across tracks v. 108 e. Road, rail and air accidents CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 199

CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT 2. Match the following. Column A Column B i. 101 a. Switch off electrical appliances ii. Fire outbreak b. Emergency exit door iii. Ahimsa c. Fire service iv. 100 d. Mahatma Gandhi v. Air accident e. Police Control Room 3. Answer the following questions in one sentence. (i) What is human induced disaster? (ii) State one precautionary measure to prevent road accidents. (iii) Whom should you call at the time of a fire outbreak? (iv) Why should you not touch unidentified objects? (v) Who are terrorists? 4. Fill in the blanks. (vi) At , pay attention to the signal and the swing barrier. (vii) In case of fire find a phone and call . (viii) Don’t carry on the trains. (ix) , another human induced disaster, has now become common in certain parts of the world, including some parts of India. CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 200

(x) Always keep your CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT airplane. fastened when you are sitting at your seat on an (xi) Give and get help for seriously injured people. and have attained the age of 18. (xii) Drive if you have a that is there in the seat pocket (xiii) Carefully read the (xiv) The is observed in January every year throughout the country. (xv) Don’t walk across the . Use the foot bridge to change platforms. Short Answer Type Questions 5. Answer the following questions in 3-4 sentences. (i) What should you do in case of an air accident? Long Answer Type Questions 6. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) What precautions should be taken to avoid rail accidents? (ii) Write a note on the threat of terrorism. AS2-Reading the Text, Understanding and Interpretation Short Answer Type Questions 7. Answer the following questions in 3-4 sentences. (i) Read the text and comment on it. Road, rail and air accidents are some of the disasters that take place on a day today basis. Rapid development and expansion of road networks for better connectivity and the increase in number of motor vehicles have led to a substantial rise in levels of both passenger and freight movement. The number of road accidents and fatalities has also been growing in recent years. CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 201

CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT (ii) Read the text and comment on it. Terrorism has become common in certain parts of the world, including parts of India. In these areas, children live under the constant fear of attacks and violence. Often, they do not attend formal schools and don’t lead normal lives. Long Answer Type Questions 8. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) Read the text and comment on it. Mahatma Gandhi preached ahimsa or nonviolence and truth as the tools for peaceful resolution of issues between people, communities or countries. Over the years, as science and technology have progressed, so has man’s inherent greed for power and wealth, along with increased hostility between various groups of people in the world. AS4-Reflection on Contemporary Issues and Questioning Short Answer Type Questions 9. Answer the following questions in 3-4 sentences. (i) Have we taken adequate safety measures to reduce rail and air mishaps over the years? Are they effective? (ii) We are ill–prepared to deal with disasters like fire. Do you agree with the statement? Give your reasons. CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 202

CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT AS5-Mapping Skills Long Answer Type Questions 10. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) On a map of India locate the places (cities) where the following incidents took place: i. Bomb blast at Dilsukhnagar ii. Terrorist attack on Taj Mahal hotel iii. Srinagar iv. Varanasi CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 203

CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT AS6-Appreciation and Sensitivity Long Answer Type Questions 11. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) Write an essay on any one you consider a bigger menace today: accidents caused by human error or terrorist attacks. Why? CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 204

CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT Objective Questions AS1-Conceptual Understanding 12. Choose the correct answer. (i) What should you not do while walking on the roads? (A) Always walk on the footpath (B) cross the road at a corner/curve (C)Cross only at Zebra crossing (D)Know the road signals and honour them. (ii) While travelling by bus you should (A) Hold on to the railing of the bus if at all you have to travel standing in the moving bus (B) Shout and make noise in the bus (C)Sit or stand on the footboard of the bus (D)Get on to a moving bus (iii) Which of the following people can drive vehicles? (A) Having consumed alcohol (B) sick or injured (C)angry or upset (D)A person in a proper state of mind without having consumed alcohol more than the permissible limit (iv) To avoid rail accidents what should we do? CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 205

CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT (A) carry flammable materials (B) stand or lean out of the door in a moving train (C)pay attention to the signal and the swing barrier (D) smoke in the train (v) What should we do while travelling by air? (A) Carry flammable materials (B) Remove seat belt (C)Know where the nearest safety emergency exit (D)Ignore the safety instructions as they are a bore (vi) What should we not do at the time of a fire outbreak? (A) raise the alarm (B) Get out of the building as soon as possible (C)Switch off all the electrical appliances (D)Hide in a cupboard or under a bed (vii) At the time of a terror attack what should not be done? (A) Remain calm and relaxed and be patient (B) Follow the advice of local emergency officials (C)Hand over unidentified bags and tiffin boxes to the police (D)Give first aid and get help for seriously injured people (viii) Who preached ‘ahimsa’? CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 206

(A) Nelson Mandela CHAPTER 23-DISASTER MANAGEMENT (B) Mahatma Gandhi (C)Atal Bihari Vajpayee (D)Yasser Arafat (ix) Where did the fire in Kumbakonam break out? (A) College (B) School (C) Office (D)Shopping mall (x) How did Air India Flight 182 Kanishka crash? (A) Bomb blast (B) Fire from cigarette (C)Fire from short circuit (D)Technical fault CHAPTER 23. DISASTER MANAGEMENT 207

24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION SESSION 1 INTRODUCTION, TRAFFIC CHAOS, NECESSITY FOR DRIVING LICENCES 1.1 Mind Map 1.2 Terminology 1. Vehicle registration: Compulsory registration of a vehicle with a government authority. It’s purpose is establish clear ownership and to tax motorists or vehicle drivers. 2. Driving license: It is an official document which states that a person may operate a motorized vehicle on a public road way. SESSION 1. INTRODUCTION, TRAFFIC CHAOS, NECESSITY FOR DRIV... 208

CHAPTER 24- TRAFFIC EDUCATION 1.3 Improve Your Learning Conceptual Understanding Q1. What documents should a driver carry while driving and what skills are needed to drive safely? [Refer to TB page 292 Q1] A. The following documents should be carried while driving: (a) Driving License. (b) Registration certificate. (c) Taxation Certificate. (d) RU.C Certificate. (e) Insurance Certificate. (f) Fitness Certificate and permit. Skills required to drive safely can be enlisted as follows: (a) Good vision. (b) Quick reactions. (c) Good co-ordination. (d) Marked ability to take decisions and judge the traffic conditions. Q2. What will happen if someone jumps the traffic signal? [Refer to TB page 292 Q2] A. Traffic signals help to control traffic. if someone jumps the traffic signal, there is a chance of accident. Q3. Kamala wants to purchase a new vehicle. Explain her what are the steps to be taken and what documents are to be produced for the registration of a vehicle? [Refer to TB page 292 Q5] A. No person should drive any vehicle without Registration. Since Kamala is planning to buy a vehicle, she must have the following documents for the registration of vehicle. i. Copy of Sales certificate ii. Copy of road worthiness certificate iii. Copy of valid insurance certificate iv. Pollution under control certificate and v. Copy of address proof. SESSION 1. INTRODUCTION, TRAFFIC CHAOS, NECESSITY FOR DRIV... 209

CHAPTER 24- TRAFFIC EDUCATION An application must be submitted to the registration authority regarding the purchased vehicle within one month of purchase. A temporary registration is being done followed by a permanent registration. Kamala must keep all these certificates ready to get a faster registration for her vehicle. Reading the Text, Understanding and Interpretation Q1. Read the paras under the title ‘Traffic Chaos’ of page 287 and comment on them. [Refer to TB page 292 Q9] A. Morning hours are peak hours of traffic as schools, offices , business companies, shops etc., more or less have the same time of starting that is between 8 am to 9 am . Roads are blocked as none has the time to stop and let the traffic ease off. Everybody is in hurry. Even the footpath for pedestrians is jammed because lot of people is walking at the same time. At the same time, fruit–vendors, vegetable–vendors also occupy a large area on footpath,which further creates a hindrance in easy movement of people. This is business time for them too. But the municipal authorities as well as traffic regulatory authority must ensure that unlawful usage of footpath is not done. There must, at all times, especially in morning and evening peak hours, traffic is regulated in a smooth way for the easy movement on roads. Time is money and it should not get wasted on roads trying to cope with traffic. All works are important whether children of schools, or teachers or college students. Doctors have to reach hospitals in time for they are responsible for a life, waiting to be resurrected. The chaos of traffic should be last thing to cause loss of time and money. Reflection on Contemporary Issues and Questioning Q1. Suggest a few steps that are taken in your area for road safety. [Refer to TB page 292 Q3] A. Road safety is a result of contributing efforts from all the sections of society including both civilians and government officials. In addition to the human sufferings, the estimated costs of the road injuries are a noticeable amount in GNP per annum. So some steps can be fruitful in this direction. Few important road safety steps: SESSION 1. INTRODUCTION, TRAFFIC CHAOS, NECESSITY FOR DRIV... 210

CHAPTER 24- TRAFFIC EDUCATION i. Don’t use mobile phone while driving. ii. Belt up in the back. iii. Don’t drink and drive. iv. Always adhere to speed limits. v. Take special care about children, senior citizens and pedestrians. vi. Don’t drive if you are tired. vii. Pedestrians should walk cautiously. viii. Always observe and anticipate other road users. ix. Always wear helmets and seat belts. 1.4 Key Concepts i. Movement of any object from one place to another is traffic. ii. Movement of any vehicle from one place to another place on the road is road traffic. iii. Traffic Education is the education which describes the traffic rules and regulations in a clear and simple way. iv. A driver must hold his /her current driving license. v. Age limit for motor vehicle above 50 CC is 18 years. vi. A learning license is issued to the applicant who qualifies in the prescribed tests. vii. Permanent license will be issued only after having a valid learner’s license. viii. One should apply for the permanent license after 30 days but within 180 days from the date of issue of the learner’s license. SESSION 1. INTRODUCTION, TRAFFIC CHAOS, NECESSITY FOR DRIV... 211

SESSION 2 DRUNKEN DRIVING AND CANCELLATION OF LICENSES 2.1 Mind Map SESSION 2. DRUNKEN DRIVING AND CANCELLATION OF LICENSES 212

CHAPTER 24- TRAFFIC EDUCATION 2.2 Terminology 1. Breath analyser: A breath analyser is a device for estimating blood alcohol content from a breathe sample. 2.3 Improve Your Learning Reading the Text, Understanding and Interpretation Q1. Read the table of page ‘Accident Victims–Age’ of page 286, Identify the age group for which more number of case registered and draw a bar graph. [Refer to TB page 292 Q8] A. The age group of 25 –30 has more number of cases registered. 2.4 Key Concepts i. If the driver is using the vehicle without registration, the Regional Transport Authority has the right to cancel his license. SESSION 2. DRUNKEN DRIVING AND CANCELLATION OF LICENSES 213

SESSION 3 TRAFFIC SIGNS 3.1 Mind Map 3.2 Terminology 1. Mandatory signs: Road signs which are used to set the obligations of all traffic which use a specific area of road. Most mandatory signs are white symbols on a blue background with white border or black symbols on a white background with a red border. 2. Traffic education: Traffic education is the education which describes the traffic rules and regula- tions in a clear and simple way. SESSION 3. TRAFFIC SIGNS 214

CHAPTER 24- TRAFFIC EDUCATION 3.3 Improve Your Learning Conceptual Understanding Q1. Explain the need for road safety. [Refer to TB page 292 Q7] A. India loses more than 1,00,000 lives due to road traffic crashes every year. It has a road traffic fa- tality rate of 16.8 deaths per 1,00,000 population. Approximately half of all deaths on the country’s roads are among vulanerable road users – motorcyclists, pedestrians and cyclists. Hence road safety is very important to avoid the accidents and control loss of lives. Road safety ensures that every road user follow traffic rules and thereby avoid traffic jams and deaths due to accidents. For systematic regulation of vehicular traffic, road safety is needed. Q2. Explain mandatory, caution and information traffic signs with example: [Refer to TB page 292 Q4] A. 1) Mandatory signs: Mandatory signs are indicated in a circular form. In accordance with the motor vehicle Act 1988, every driver of a motor vehicle shall drive the vehicle in conformity with any indication given by the mandatory signs and not obeying these signs is an offence. Ex. 1) Stop 2) No Parking 3) Overtaking prohibited 2) Cautionary / Warning signs: Cautionary signs are meant for cautioning the driver about the hazards lying ahead in the road. Drivers must obey there signs for safety. These signs are indicated in a triangular form. Ex. 1) T–inter section 2) Right hand curve 3) School ahead 3) Information signs: Information signs are erected on the road to provide information on direction, destination, road side facilities etc., to the road users. Ex.1) Park this side 2) First aid post 3) Public telephone. Appreciation and Sensitivity Q1. Ramu wants to interchange his vehicle number to other vehicle. Is it correct or not? Explain, why? [Refer to TB page 292 Q6] SESSION 3. TRAFFIC SIGNS 215

CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION A. No, that is not correct. The number allotted to each and every vehicle is unique and is an identity for the vehicle. So, it should not be interchanged. It is a crime. 3.4 Key Concepts i. The RTA officer explains how to get the vehicle temporarily registered and then permanently registered. ii. No person can drive any motor vehicle unless it is registered. iii. Road surface markings provide guidance and information to drivers and pedestrians. iv. Footpath is laid on either side of the road for the use of pedestrians, It is built with the width of about 2 meters. v. Road divider — The road is divided into two halves with cement slabs. vi. Zebra Crossing is the place where the pedestrians cross the road. These are laid at places where traffic is heavy. vii. At red traffic signals vehicles should stop before the line. viii. Walk on the foot path, if foot path is not available walk on the right side of the road. ix. Live and let everyone live, follow traffic rules. Ensure safety on road, follow traffic rules. x. A driver must carry only a pillion passenger, who must sit on a proper seat. —— CCE Based Practice Questions —— AS1-Conceptual Understanding Very Short Answer Type Questions 1. Match the following. Column A Column B i. Permanent license ii. Residence proof a. Signs in triangle for caution iii. Cancellation of driving licenses iv. Information signs b. Signs in blue rectangle informs v. Cautionary signs c. Electricity bill d. Failure to produce Certificate of Registration e. Issued after one month from the date of is- suing the learner's license CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION 216

2. Match the following. CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION Column A Column B i. Red light a. Get ready to go ii. Orange b. Walk on the footpath iii. Green c. Stop before line iv. Hurdle of road safety d. Move the vehicle v. Rules for pedestrians e. Negligence of civilians 3. Answer the following questions in one sentence. (i) When can a permanent driving license be issued? (ii) What are the forms to be submitted for getting a learner’s license? (iii) What is a No Parking Zone? (iv) What is traffic education? (v) When can a driving license be cancelled? Mention any one point. 4. Fill in the blanks. (vi) Use only less emission vehicles. (vii) Age limit for driving transport vehicles is years. (viii) are laid on either side of the road for the use of pedestrians. (ix) issued to learn driving motor vehicle is valid up to 6 months. (x) is the place where the pedestrians cross the road. CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION 217

CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION (xi) Stray animals, fruit and vegetable sellers, private vehicles like cars, auto rickshaws often found parking at are the main causes for traffic jams. (xii) is a signatory device position at a road intersection to indicate when it is safe to drive through. (xiii) describes the traffic rules and regulations in a clear and simple way. (xiv) are signs in red circle instructing us what should not be done. (xv) Movement of any vehicle from one place to another place on the road is . Short Answer Type Questions 5. Answer the following questions in 3-4 sentences. (i) What are the hurdles of road safety? (ii) Why is it necessary to get vehicles registered? Long Answer Type Questions 6. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) What are the rules that should be followed by pedestrians? (ii) What precautions should be taken while driving? AS2-Reading the Text, Understanding and Interpretation Short Answer Type Questions 7. Answer the following questions in 3-4 sentences. (i) Read the text and comment on it. When a person drinks alcohol, it is absorbed into the blood and is circulated throughout the body. As this blood reaches the lungs, the breath we exhale carries traces of alcohol which is measured by the gadget. CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION 218

CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION (ii) Read the text and comment on it. Road surface markings are used on paved roads to provide guidance and information to drivers and pedestrians. Uniformity of the markings is an important factor in minimizing con- fusion and uncertainty. Long Answer Type Questions 8. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) Read the text and comment on it. As young people become more independent, they are exposed to increased risks. Especially teenagers are an important group of road users. Many are unaware that road incidents are the biggest cause for serious accidents and deaths. It is necessary to teach all the road safety measures clearly to avoid accidents. AS3-Information Skills Long Answer Type Questions 9. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) Observe the image and answer the following questions. i. What do the signs in square boxes denote? 219 ii. What purpose do the triangles signs serve? iii. What do the first 3 triangle signs tell us? iv. What does the last triangle signal tell us? CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION

CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION AS4-Reflection on Contemporary Issues and Questioning Short Answer Type Questions 10. Answer the following questions in 3-4 sentences. (i) Have adequate safety measures been taken to reduce road mishaps over the years? Are they effective? (ii) Do you think failure to abide by traffic norms and regulations is widespread? Has the situation deteriorated over the years? AS6-Appreciation and Sensitivity Long Answer Type Questions 11. Answer the following questions in 6-8 sentences. (i) Much of the road mishaps which happen in our city/country are avoidable. Do you think so? Give reasons for your answer. CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION 220

CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION Objective Questions AS1-Conceptual Understanding 12. Choose the correct answer. (i) Which age group records the highest number of accident cases? (A) 20–25 (B) 25–30 (C) 35–40 (D) 50–55 (ii) In Hyderabad the largest number of accidents is caused by? (A) 2 wheelers (B) 4 wheelers (C)RTC buses (D)3 wheelers (iii) What is the percentage of accidents caused by 2 wheelers? (A) 28% (B) 11% (C) 40% (D) 30% (iv) What are the documents required for a Learner’s license? (A) Marriage certificate (B) Library card (C)Bank statement (D)Aadhar card (v) What is the age limit for motor vehicle above 50cc? (A) 21 (B) 25 (C) 18 (D) 30 (vi) Which form is to be submitted for license? (B) Form 2A (A) Form 5 (C)Form 15 (D)Form 1A (vii) When can one apply for a permanent license from the date of issue of learner’s license? CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION 221

(A) 50–200 days CHAPTER 24-TRAFFIC EDUCATION (B) 20–160 days (C)30–180 days (D)30–240 days (viii) What is the purpose of a breath analyzer? (A) To test the number of cigarettes one has smoked (B) To test the amount of alcohol consumed (C)To test the blood sugar level (D)To test the blood pressure level (ix) Who can disqualify persons from holding driving license? (A) Airport Authority of India (B) Regional Transport Authority (C)Regional Transit Authority (D)Regional Transport Organization (x) Which of the following is an example of Information sign? (A) First Aid Post (B) Right hand curve (C)Right hair pin bend (D)Right reverse bend CHAPTER 24. TRAFFIC EDUCATION 222

PROJECT BASED QUESTIONS —— Project Based Questions —— (i) Find out about the countries where there is struggle for the establishment of democracy. Gather information about the prominent leaders who are leading this fight for democracy. Write brief notes and maintain a file of their pictures and newspaper cuttings. Use sources such as news- papers, magazines, news channels, internet etc. (ii) Find out one industry in your area which pollutes environment. Collect information about: i. What raw materials are used in it? ii. Why is it contributing in environmental pollution? iii. Is there any effort to shut or shift this industry somewhere else? (iii) Divide your class into two groups and hold a debate on the topic ‘Impact of colonialism in India was positive.’ One group will be in favor of this statement and the other will defy it being against. (i) You must have heard that India was hit by a Tsunami on 26 December 2004. Collect information about – why it occurred and what were its impact. Make a report on the Tsunami of 2004. You can use various sources like newspapers, magazines, internet etc. (ii) Talk with few farmers in your area, take an interview of 5 of them and find out how they arrange for credit. Make a report and present it in your class (iii) Find out the prominent leaders who were instrumental in women empowerment in India. Col- lect their pictures and make an album. Choose your favorite and write a paragraph on him/her. (iv) Go to the market and find out the prices of essential food commodities. Discuss with your parents and find out how they have changed over the years. Make a list of these items and the change in their prices. (v) Collect information about the budget sessions of India from 2001 – 2015. Prepare the list of Finance Ministers who have presented these budgets. (vi) Find out from newspapers, magazines and internet whether any terror attack has ever happened in your state. Collect information about it and make a report. (vii) Find out the busiest traffic signal in your area. Observe and prepare a report on most frequent traffic rule violation and discuss in your class. Project Based Questions 223

Additional Map Based Practice Questions CHAPTER 7- INDUSTRIES IN INDIA Q1. Look at the map given below and answer the following questions. (i) In which states is Manganese found? (ii) Name the places where Bauxite is present. Additional Map Based Practice Questions 224

Q2. Look at the map given below and answer the following questions. (i) Name the iron and steel plants in Karnataka. (ii) In which state are Burnpur and Durgapur plants located? (iii) Name the iron and steel plant in Tamil Nadu. Additional Map Based Practice Questions 225

CHAPTER 8-SERVICE ACTIVITIES IN INDIA Q1. Look at the map below and answer the following questions. (i) Name the states which have more than one software technology park. (ii) In which cities of Andhra Pradesh can we find a software technology park? (iii) In which city of the North-East region a software technology park is located? Additional Map Based Practice Questions 226

CHAPTER 17- COLONIALISM IN LATIN AMERICA, ASIA AND AFRICA Q1. Look at the map given below and answer the following questions. (i) Which colonial power dominated the African continent? (ii) How many colonies did Spain have in Africa? Additional Map Based Practice Questions 227

CHAPTER 20-DEMOCRACY AN EVOLVING IDEA Q1. Read the following questions carefully. Mark the answers on an outline map of the world. (i) The country which allowed white woman to vote around 1920 (ii) The first nation to allow voting rights for all groups of people (iii) The first large country to give universal voting rights to its citizens Additional Map Based Practice Questions 228

Q2. On an outline map of the world, mark the countries where the following exist. (i) PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party) (ii) ZANU-PF (iii) Quanguo Renmin Daibiao Dahui Additional Map Based Practice Questions 229