Class 10th CBSE

Chapter 4. The Making of a Global World

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World Trade Pre-modern to 18th Century * The pre-modern world was interlinked with the help of well established trade routes. * Intercultural exchange happened through the exchange of food items as well. * China and India remained important players in world trade till the eighteenth century. * With the rising importance of America, Europe emerged ... Read more

Chapter 3. Nationalism in India

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The Nationalist Movement of India – An Introduction * Rise of nationalism in India was linked with opposition of colonialism. * The First World War created a new political and economic situation in India. * The Indian freedom movement geared up momentum once again with the coming of Mahatma Gandhi in 1915. Satyagraha – Satyagraha ... Read more

Chapter 2. The Nationalist Movement in Indo-China

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Beginning of Colonialism in Vietnam * The French colonized Vietnam and used its natural resources to meet their business needs. * Policy maker Paul Bernard felt that the main motive behind acquiring colonies was to make profits and so, it was important to develop the economy of the colony. Civilizing Mission in Vietnam – Education ... Read more

Chapter 1. The Rise of Nationalism in Europe

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The Rise of Nationalism in Europe * The concepts of liberty, equality, fraternity and nationalism dominated the social and political scene of Europe during the 19th century. * Utopian vision refers to a vision of a society that is so ideal that it is unlikely to actually exist. * Absolutism refers to a system of ... Read more

Chapter 16. Management of Natural Resources

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Management of Forest Resources * Forest resources include the land, trees and different life forms including bacteria, fungi, ferns, flowering plants, nematodes, insects, birds, reptiles and large animals. * Forests are biodiversity hotspots – together, all the species of plants and animals help maintain the ecological stability of the forests. * We depend on the ... Read more

Chapter 15. Our Environment

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Our Environment * All the interacting organisms in an area together with the non-living constituents of the environment form an ecosystem. * Organisms in the ecosystem are classified into three groups – Producers, Consumers and Decomposers. * Organisms that make their food from inorganic substances are known as producers. * Organisms that consume the food ... Read more

Chapter 14. Sources of Energy

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Sources of Energy * A non-renewable source of energy is one that cannot be replenished in a short period of time. Non-renewable fuels are classified as:    * Fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas    * Nuclear fuels like uranium, tritium and thorium * A renewable source of energy is one that can ... Read more

Chapter 13. Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

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Magnetic Effects of Electric Current * When an electric current passes through a conductor, a magnetic field is created around the conductor. This phenomenon is known as the magnetic effect of electricity. * A magnetic field is the extent of space surrounding a magnet where the magnet’s effect can be felt. * Magnetic field lines ... Read more