Important Question Answers for the Class 9-Social Science Chapter 3- The Dynamic Atmosphere and Changing Climate ***************************** Very Short Answer Type Questions: 1. Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer? Answer: The stratosphere contains the ozone layer. 2. Name the gas that makes up the highest percentage of the atmosphere. Answer: Nitrogen makes up the highest percentage of the atmosphere. 3. Which element of weather is measured using a barometer? Answer: A barometer is used to measure atmospheric pressure . 4. What is the normal duration of the southwest monsoon in India? Answer: The southwest monsoon usually lasts from June to September . 5. Which season in India is known as the “hot weather season”? Answer: The summer season is known as the hot weather season. 6. Name the process by which water vapour turns into clouds. Answer: The process is called condensation . 7....
Grassroots Democracy–Part 1 Governance(Class-6-Social Science) Class-6 Subject-Social Science ******************************* 1. Test yourself — What is the meaning of democracy? What is the difference between direct democracy and representative democracy? Answer: Democracy : A system where people rule either directly or through elected representatives. Direct democracy : People directly vote on decisions (e.g., deciding a picnic spot in class). Representative democracy : People elect leaders to make decisions on their behalf (e.g., electing an MLA or MP). 2. Recall the three organs of government. What are their different roles? Answer: Three organs of government and their roles : Legislature : Makes laws (e.g., Parliament or State Assembly). Executive : Implements laws (e.g., Prime Minister, Chief Minister, and police). Judiciary : Ensures laws are followed and resolves disputes (e.g., courts). 3. Why do we need three tiers of government? Answer: To handle issu...