Question 1

Question 1(b)Mention two factors on which human skills depend.

Accepted Answer

Two factors on which human skills depend are:The people must be literate. They should posses technical, vocational and professional skills.The people should be provided with proper environment and machines to work effectively.

Question 2

Question 2(a)Name the states where about half of the total population of India live.

Accepted Answer

The states where about half of the total population of India live are:Uttar PradeshMaharashtraBiharWest BengalAndhra Pradesh

Question 3

Question 2(b)What are the factors responsible for moderate density of population in an area?

Accepted Answer

The factors responsible for moderate density of population in an area are:Moderate RainfallComparatively less fertile soil

Question 4

Question 3(a)Mention two factors responsible for low and declining sex ratio in India.

Accepted Answer

Two factors responsible for low and declining sex ratio in India are:Males get preferential treatment, while females are neglected. This results in higher female mortality.Female infanticide is practised

Question 5

Question 3(b)Name the state with the highest sex ratio.

Accepted Answer

Kerala.

Question 6

Question 4(a)Name two components that help in the growth and development of human resources.

Accepted Answer

Two components that help in the growth and development of human resources are:HealthEducation

Question 7

Question 4(b)How does education help in the development of human resources?

Accepted Answer

Education is a very important and essential component of human development. The capability of human beings improves, when they are properly and suitably educated. The investment in educating the people can make or convert them into rich human resources. The educated persons can suitably contribute to the growth and development of family, society and country. Education can help people to make better use of natural resources and convert the raw materials into wealth.

Question 8

Question 5(a)Why have the central and state governments started to lay emphasis on skill development?

Accepted Answer

The central and state governments started to lay emphasis on skill development of the youths so as to help them secure a better livelihood. Only skilled work force can effectively use the natural resources in a systematic and proper manner.

Question 9

Question 5(b)Mention three impacts of skilled human resources on socio-economic development in India.

Accepted Answer

Three impacts of skilled human resources on socio-economic development in India are:They have the capability and capacity to use the natural resources in the best possible way.They can develop techniques for the sustainable use of various natural resources.The skilled people can establish industries, which not only helps in economic growth, but also create employment opportunities for others.

Question 10

Question 1Human beings are the most important resource on the earth.

Accepted Answer

Human beings have the capability to discover, exploit, develop and convert natural resources into useful articles. Thus, they add value to the natural resources and hence are the most important resource on the earth.

India — Human Resources

Answer these questions

Give reasons for the following