Short Answer TypeWhat are the two main ways of generating electricity? How are they different from each other? Explain.
Name the non-metallic mineral which can be split easily into thin sheets. Mention its uses.
Why are efficient means of transport pre-requisites for the fast development of the country? Explain.
Explain any three factors which gave birth to the 'Consumer Movement' in India.
The three factors which gave birth to the “ Consumer Movement in India” are -
(i) The consumer movement arose out of dissatisfaction of the consumers as many unfair practices were being indulged in by the buyers.
(ii) There was no legal system available to consumers to protect them from exploitation in the marketplace. It was presumed that it was the responsibility of consumers to be careful while buying a commodity or services.
(iii) Rampant food shortages, unfair and unethical trade practices like hoarding and black marketing, adulteration of food and edible oil gave birth to Consumer Movement in India.
Explain the conditions that were viewed as obstacles to the economic exchange and growth by the new commercial classes during the nineteenth century in Europe.
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How did students in Vietnam fight against the colonial government's efforts to prevent Vietnamese from qualifying for 'white collar jobs'? Explain.
Why did Gandhiji decide to launch a nationwide Satyagraha against the proposed Rowlatt Act, 1919? Explain.
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