Geography Question Answers Chapter 12 Tourism Class 9 Maharashtra Board

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Exercise

Q1. Identify the type of tourism from the statement.

(A) Hemant Kumar went to Mexico to learn about the architectural skills of the Mayan culture.

• This is cultural tourism because it involves learning about a culture’s architecture.

(B) Portuguese tourists had come to Goa to participate in the Goa Carnival.

• This is cultural tourism as it involves participating in a cultural festival.

(C) To seek treatment in a naturopathy centre, John and Amar went to Kerala.

• This is health tourism because it focuses on medical or wellness treatment.

(D) Pundalikrao accomplished the Char Dham Yatra with his family.

• This is religious tourism as it involves visiting sacred religious sites.

(E) Rameshwari from Pune went to enjoy Hurda (Roasted Grain) party and learn about modern and traditional methods of agriculture.

• This is agro-tourism because it involves experiencing agricultural life.

(F) Sayyed family went to Ajmer Durgah.

• This is religious tourism as it involves visiting a religious shrine.

Q2. Match the columns identifying the correlation. Make a chain.

1. Tadoba → Chandrapur → Tiger

2. Bird Sanctuary → Nannaj → Great Indian Bustard (Maaldhok)

3. Sanjay Gandhi National Park → Mumbai → Kanheri Caves

4. Taj Mahal → Agra → World famous wonder

5. Ramoji Film City → Hyderabad → Film city

6. Radhanagari → Kolhapur → Bison

7. Bhimbetka → Madhya Pradesh → Ancient cave-paintings

8. Ancient Caves → Ellora → Kailash caves

9. Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary → Arunachal Pradesh → Butterflies

10. Loktak → Manipur → Lake

Q 3 Answer in brief.

1) Differentiate between religious and cultural tourism.

Religious tourism means visiting temples, mosques, churches, or other holy places for worship. Cultural tourism includes visiting places to learn about local customs, festivals, food, and arts. Both types of tourism help us understand the traditions of different communities.

2) What are the objectives of tourism?

The main goal of tourism is to give people enjoyment, peace, and knowledge. It helps people explore nature, culture, and history. Tourism also helps in improving the economy by giving jobs to many people.

3) Explain the environmental effects of tourism.

Tourism can harm the environment through pollution, garbage, and damage to natural places. But if managed well, eco-tourism can protect nature and keep places clean. It also helps people learn to care for the earth.

4) What opportunities develop with development of tourism?

When tourism increases, more hotels, shops, and transport services are needed. This creates jobs and income for local people. Roads, electricity, and health services also improve due to tourism.

5) Suggest measures after explaining the problems arising at the tourist places.

Tourist places face problems like overcrowding, pollution, and damage to nature or monuments. We should keep the places clean, follow rules, and respect nature. Also, tourist spots should have proper waste disposal and safety signs.

6) Explain with reason the places of interest that can be developed as tourist centres in your district.

Every district has special places like forts, rivers, forests, or temples that can attract tourists. These places can be developed with better roads, hotels, and information boards. Tourism here will help both local people and visitors.

7) Local people get employment due to tourism. Give reasons.

Tourists need guides, transport, food, and places to stay, which gives work to local people. Locals can also sell handmade goods and show their culture. In this way, tourism supports the local economy and gives jobs.

Q4. Make a notice board containing instructions for the tourists at a tourist place.

NOTICE BOARD FOR TOURISTS

• Keep the place clean; use dustbins for garbage.
• Do not harm plants, animals, or birds.
• Follow the guide’s instructions and stay on marked paths.
• Avoid loud noise to respect nature and others.
• Do not click selfies at risky spots like cliffs or water edges.
• Check tide timings if near the sea; avoid deep waters.
• Respect local culture and traditions.
• Use facilities responsibly and report any issues.

Q5. Explain how relevant is the concept of “Atithi Devo Bhava” (Guest is our God) with respect to tourism.

• “Atithi Devo Bhava” means treating guests like gods, which is very important for tourism.
• It encourages Indians to welcome tourists with kindness and respect.
• This makes tourists feel safe, happy, and valued, so they enjoy their visit.
• Happy tourists spread good words, attracting more visitors.
• It helps build India’s image as a friendly and hospitable country.
• It also boosts the economy by encouraging repeat visits.

Q6. The tourism map of Maharashtra is given. Answer the following questions based on the map.

(Assuming a general map of Maharashtra; specific map not provided.)

Make a list of places having hot springs. What are the reasons for these being located here?

• List: Vajreshwari (Thane), Unapdev (Nashik), Satara hot springs.
• Reason: These places are near fault lines or volcanic areas where underground heat warms the water.

At what places do you find the correlation between transportation routes and development of tourism?

• Mumbai: Well-connected by trains, roads, and airports; famous for Gateway of India and Film City.
• Pune: Good roads and rail links; near hill stations like Lonavala.
• Aurangabad: Close to highways and airports; attracts tourists to Ajanta-Ellora caves.
• Reason: Easy transport brings more tourists, leading to growth in these areas.