MCQ Ch 7 India’s Urban Landscape Class 8 Social Science CBSE

1. Which city attracts large numbers of visitors because of the Taj Mahal?

Amritsar

Agra

Jaipur

Nagpur

Question 1 of 20

2. Which economic activities are supported by pilgrims visiting cities such as Amritsar and Varanasi?

Only large-scale steel production

Only software development

Only agricultural harvesting

Transportation, hospitality, food vending, and handicrafts

Question 2 of 20

3. What role did historical rulers and the British play in the development of Delhi?

They developed forts, roads, markets, railways, and electricity at different stages of the city's history.

They prevented all trade and construction in the region.

They converted Delhi into a settlement based exclusively on agriculture.

They eliminated the need for administrative institutions.

Question 3 of 20

4. What helped reduce pressure on Delhi as its population expanded?

The closure of all transport networks

The removal of commercial activities

The creation of the National Capital Region, including NOIDA and Ghaziabad

The elimination of housing development outside central Delhi

Question 4 of 20

5. Since the 1990s, which city has become a major IT and BPO hub?

Kalibangan

Gurugram

Kanchipuram

Dholavira

Question 5 of 20

6. What does Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) mean?

A government department managing all agricultural activities

A process of transferring residents from cities to villages

A system in which businesses stop using specialised services

A company hiring another service provider to perform specific business functions

Question 6 of 20

7. Which statement correctly describes the cultural character of cities?

Cities bring together people with different languages, customs, traditions, foods, and festivals.

Cities prevent interaction between people from different regions.

Cities maintain only one type of cuisine and tradition.

Cities discourage the sharing of cultural practices.

Question 7 of 20

8. Which snack became especially popular among workers in Mumbai's textile mills?

Banarasi saree

Traditional wooden toy

Vada pav

Silk fabric

Question 8 of 20

9. Which festival is particularly associated with Kolkata?

Ganesh Chaturthi only

Durga Puja

Baisakhi only

Onam only

Question 9 of 20

10. Which of the following is an example of a cultural facility commonly developed in cities?

Agricultural fields only

Isolated farmhouses only

Private storage sheds only

Libraries, museums, cultural centres, and sports stadiums

Question 10 of 20

11. What is one major reason why rapid population growth creates difficulties for cities?

It eliminates the demand for food and water.

It automatically increases the availability of housing.

It puts pressure on resources and existing infrastructure.

It removes the need for waste management.

Question 11 of 20

12. What is the Air Quality Index (AQI) used for?

Reporting air quality through a numerical value based on pollution levels

Measuring the total population of a city

Calculating the number of houses in a settlement

Determining the annual production of factories

Question 12 of 20

13. According to the figures presented, what AQI level is described as the safe limit for comparison with the National Capital Region's high readings?

400

250

100

Question 13 of 20

14. Which condition best describes urban slums?

Planned settlements with abundant public services

Neighbourhoods consisting entirely of commercial offices

Residential areas with exceptionally spacious houses

Overcrowded settlements with poor housing and limited municipal services

Question 14 of 20

15. Why do slums often develop near railway tracks, industrial areas, and city outskirts?

Vacant land may be available in these locations, while affordable housing is insufficient elsewhere.

These locations always have the best municipal services.

The government requires every new resident to live near railway tracks.

These locations have no connection with employment opportunities.

Question 15 of 20

16. Which government scheme is mentioned as an effort to provide affordable housing to economically weaker households?

National Capital Region programme

Bombay Stock Exchange initiative

Pradhan Mantri Aawaas Yojana

Mass Rapid Transit programme

Question 16 of 20

17. Which combination contributed to Bengaluru's water shortages and monsoon flooding?

Excessive planting of native species and better drainage

Overuse of groundwater, inadequate rainwater harvesting, and encroachment of lake beds

An increase in libraries and cultural centres

The development of wider roads and improved public transport

Question 17 of 20

18. Approximately how many lakes did Bengaluru once have, and how many remained after rapid urbanisation reduced their number?

200 and 1,000

500 and 400

100 and 50

1,000 and 200

Question 18 of 20

19. Which activity can help restore damaged lakes in Bengaluru?

Desilting lakes and clearing drainage channels

Covering lake beds with buildings

Increasing the discharge of untreated sewage

Removing all native vegetation around lakes

Question 19 of 20

20. What is the main responsibility of an urban planner?

Studying only the historical monuments of a city

Managing only private businesses

Planning and designing how land is used to improve infrastructure and residents' quality of life

Ensuring that every city has the same population

Question 20 of 20

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