Class 10 SST Full portion Revision Series | Day 01: Top 5 Long Answer Questions | CBSE 2026

French Revolution & Collective Identity La Patrie and Le Citoyen: The ideas of 'the fatherland' and 'the citizen' emphasized a united community with equal rights under a constitution. New Flag: The former royal standard was replaced by a new French tricolor. Estates General: Renamed the National Assembly and elected by the body of active citizens. Centralized Administration: A uniform system of laws was formulated for all citizens within its territory. Language: Regional dialects were discouraged, and French became the common language of the nation. 2. Non-Cooperation in Countryside Spread to Peasants: In Awadh, the movement was against talukdars and landlords who demanded high rents and cesses. Baba Ramchandra: A sanyasi who led the peasants. He demanded reduction of revenue, abolition of begar (forced labor), and social boycott of oppressive landlords. Methods: ‘Nai-dhobi bandhs’ were organized to deprive landlords of basic services. Oudh Kisan Sabha: Set up by Jawaharlal Nehru and Baba Ramchandra, it established over 300 branches within a month. Turning Violent: As the movement spread in 1921, houses of talukdars were attacked, bazaars were looted, and grain hoards were taken over. 3. Power Sharing in Democracy Reduces Conflict: It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups, ensuring political stability. Moral Reason: Power sharing is the spirit of democracy because a democratic rule involves sharing power with those affected by its exercise. Legitimacy: A legitimate government is one where citizens, through participation, acquire a stake in the system. Horizontal Distribution: Sharing power among Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary ensures a system of checks and balances. Accommodation: It accommodates diverse groups (like the linguistic groups in Belgium), preventing the alienation of minorities. 4. Agriculture Reforms in India Institutional Reforms: Collectivization, consolidation of holdings, and abolition of the Zamindari system were prioritized after Independence. Green & White Revolutions: The Green Revolution (technology-driven) and Operation Flood (milk production) were initiated to improve productivity. Crop Insurance: Provision for crop insurance against drought, flood, cyclone, fire, and disease. Financial Support: Establishment of Grameen Banks and Cooperative Societies for providing loans at lower interest rates. KCC & PAIS: Introduction of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) and Personal Accident Insurance Scheme (PAIS) for the benefit of farmers. 5. Non-uniform Impact of Globalization Advantage for Consumers: Well-off consumers in urban areas enjoy improved quality and lower prices for many products (electronics, cars, etc.). Success of Top Indian Companies: Large companies like Tata Motors, Infosys, and Ranbaxy have emerged as multinationals themselves. Pressure on Small Producers: Small manufacturers of batteries, capacitors, and plastics have been hit hard by competition, leading to job losses. Labor Flexibility: To compete globally, employers prefer "flexible" labor, which means workers no longer have job security and work longer hours for low wages. Regional Disparity: While it has created opportunities in the service and IT sectors in cities, rural areas and the unorganized sector have not benefited equally. #Class 10 SST Revision, #CBSE Class 10 Social Science, #SST 5 Mark Questions, #Class 10 Board Exam 2026, #Social Science Series Part 1, Class 10 History Important Questions, #Class 10 Civics Power Sharing, #Class 10 Economics Globalization, #Class 10 Geography Agricultural Reforms.