HISTORY (Two hours and a quarter)

(The first 15 minutes of the examination are for reading the paper only. Candidate must NOT start writing during this time. After having read the questions, you will be given two hours to answer all questions). ------Do not write during the first fifteen minutes. This time is to be spent on reading the questions. You will be given TWO hours to answer after reading the questions. In this paper, there are Parts: I and II. Each part has three Sections: A, B and C. ALL the questions in Part I are compulsory. You are expected to attempt any one question from part II Section A, any three from Part II Section B and any one from Part II Section C. Remember ,question 1,2 and 3 are compulsory.

Part I Section A: Civics Answer All Questions Question 1a Directions: Each question has four possible answers. Choose the correct answer and write it in space provided [4×1] (i) An interim Government is headed by A. Prime Minister of B. B. Drangpons of Supreme Court. C. The National Speaker of Bhutan. D. Chief Justice of Bhutan.

(ii) Which of the following organs of the Government implements laws in our country? A. Legislative B. Executive C. Judiciary D. Parliament

(iii) The following makes a candidate ineligible to contest election for a Gewog Tshogde EXCEPT A. Be registered residence of the Gewog. B. Be a non convict in the court of law. C. Be able to write and speak in English fluently. D. Be both mentally and physically sound.

(iv) Dealing with the disputes relating to fundamental rights is the original jurisdiction of A. Supreme Court. B. High Court. C. Drungkhag Court. D. Dzongkhag Court.

Question 1b [1+2] (i) Mention TWO similarities between Gewog Tshogde and Dzongkhag meetings? [1] (ii) A political Party is a group of people having same ideas,joined together to gain control of the Government. They have certain functions to perform. Write any TWO important functions performed by the Political Parties. [2]

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Question 2a [7×1] Directions: Each question has four possible answers. Choose the correct answer and write it in the space provided. (i) After a statue is completed, a religious consecration ceremony is performed and A. Sogshing is put inside the statue. B. Sershing is put inside the statue. C. Secret shing is put inside the statue. D. Something is put inside the statue.

(ii) The following are the important events that occurred in Jigme Namgyal’s life after he became a Trongsa Poenlop, EXCEPT A. Settled the rebellion of 1892 in paro by Kawang Mangkhel. B. Emerged the strongest after the settlement in 1857 with Tsondrue Gyaltshen. C. Defeated the Desi in 1863 at Lungtenphug in . D. Diplomatically solved the dispute between two dzongpoens in 1857.

(iii) Ugyen was appointed as Gyadrung. His first assignment was to A. Escort the British to Lhasa with Thimphu Dzongpoen Kuenzang Thinley. B. Organize the coronation ceremony of . C. Petition the Lhengye Tshog to consider electing Ugyen wangchuck as hereditary King of Bhutan. D. Negotiate the extradition of Alu Dorji and his family from and make them comeback to Bhutan.

(iv) Which of the following is the most important reforms brought by to fulfill his father’s last wish? A. Maintained the police of isolation to escape the world turmoil. B. Adopted the strategy in the areas of administration and taxation. C. Continued to encourage and support Bhutanese monks and students. D. Signed the -Bhutan treaty at Darjeeling to negotiate the terms.

(v) The principal that the people would best understand their own real needs is only possible with the establishment of A. Central administration and restricting the power to themselves. B. Division of the departments and sectors under each ministry. C. Decentralizing the functions and responsibilities of the Government. D. Encouraging people to be frank and share their dreams with the government.

(vi) British Political officer in 1907 during the coronation said in his congratulatory speech A. Sir Ugyen wangchuck’s maharajaship is a gain to both Bhutan and British Government. B. Sir Ugyen wangchcuk could not have made himself a better Maharaja to Bhutan. C. Sir Ugyen Wangchuck lacks courage and character to negotiate and develop good relationship. D. Sir Ugyen wangchcuk is a good friend for many years therefore his coronation is a benefit to him.

(vii) The Third King emphasized the need to preserve the kingdom’s culture and heritage to A. Popularize the goal of One nation One people. B. Preserve the kingdom’s rich legacy, heritage and inheritance.

©Motithang HSS/Trial Exam/Class X/History/2016 2 of 5 C. Promote and showcase the old tradition to the developed countries. D. Protect the culture from Tibetan invasion.

Question 2b (i) Tthe Fourth Druk Gyalpo gave importance to the development in the rural areas? Mention any TWO reasons for taking the initiative to develop rural communities. [2] (ii) How is Thangkha made made using ‘Xylographic block’ method write TWO procedures.[2] (iii) What would have been the outcome if Jigme Namgyal could not solve the dispute between the two Dzongpoens of Thimphu and Wangdiphodrang in 1854? Write TWO Reasons. [2] (iv) The Third Druk Gyalpo brought Bhutan to the International forefront. As an official in the Royal Court, What other TWO reasons would you propose to the King for abandoning the policy of self imposed isolation? [2]

Section C: Indian History and World Developments since 1945 Attempt ALL questions Question 3.a Directions: Each question has four possible answers. Choose the correct answer and write it in space provided [4×1] (i) Gandhiji launched Khilafat Movement in India because A. The British continuously tortured the Indians B. The establishment of good relationship between the Hindus and Muslims C. The Indian people demanded complete independence D. The Muslims and Hindus were annoyed with the British rule

(ii) The UNO set up the first UNTSO to bring into service to assist the process in 1948. Why was the above peace keeping operation set up? A. To re-establish national independence in Korea B. To conduct national building and humanitarian activities in Congo C. To maintain peace and stability in Middle East D. To supervise the withdrawal of troops from Egyptian territories

(iii) ………………… helps people to help themselves by supplying sophisticated equipment, technological expertise and providing training at all levels A. UNDP B. UNICEF C. UNESCO D. WHO

(iv) The importance of the ‘Uniting foe Peace’ Resolution of 1950 was A. The resolution of Security Council to exercise Veto power by Big Five countries B. The resolution made by the Judges of the International Court of Justice if there is a threat in the world C. The resolution to coordinate the economic and social functions of the UNO D. The resolution adopted by the General Assembly to take action against threat if Security council fails to act upon

Question 3b (i) Do you support the establishment of various Regional Organizations among the countries in the world? Give TWO important reasons? [2] (ii) If you were the Secretary General of the UNO how would you solve disputes between two conflicting parties? [2]

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Part II Section A: Civics Attempt any ONE question

Question 4 (i) List TWO disadvantages that people of Bhutan would face if the Constitutional Bodies were not established? [2] (ii) Identify and explain TWO differences between “Original Jurisdiction” and “Appellate Jurisdiction” of a court. Give an example. [4] (iii) List down any FOUR important powers and functions of the Parliament besides its Legislative powers. [4]

Question 5 (i) The members of the Constitutional Bodies are removed by way of impeachment. Explain the impeachment procedures? [2] (ii) You are the Chairman of Dzongkhag Tshogdu. Write down FOUR important administrative functions you are going to carry out as a Chairman. [4] (iii) In order to ensure justice to the people, our rulers have continually brought about judicial reforms to institutionalize the judicial system. Write down any FOUR judicial reforms? [4]

Section B: Bhutan History Attempt any THREE questions Question 6 (i) Who was known as the longest serving foreign minister in the World? Where was it record? [2] (ii) Gongsa Ugyen Wangchuck won the admiration and the trust of the British as well as the Tibetans. How could he gain their appreciation? What skills do you require to be appreciated and admired? [4] (iii) Jigme Namgyal ascended to the Thorne as fully supported by the Lhengye Tshog and the Central Monk Body. Explain the need for his ascension to the Desi position. [4]

Question 7 (i) List down TWO Economic reforms initiated by the Fourth King ? [2] (ii) Why did Ugyen Wangchuck encourage matrimonial alliances and family ties? What is your opinion about this system and practice if it still prevailed today? [4] (iii) Dungkar Gyeltshen refused to vacate the post of Trongsa Poenlop after three year,therefore Pema Tenzin sought support from Jigme Namgyal .How would you react to this if you were Jigme Namgyal in this period? Write FOUR points. [4]

Question 8 (i) With reference to , differentiate the western form of art and the Bhutanese form of Art. [3] (ii) Druk Gyalpo Jigme Wangchuck succeeded in establishing total supremacy of the monarchy throughout the kingdom. Was it necessary to initiate such administrative reforms? Support your answer with THREE reasons. [3] (iii) Land Reform during the reign of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo shared the burden of labour contribution in equal measure. Do you agree? What are the changes he made under Labour Reforms? [4]

Question 9

©Motithang HSS/Trial Exam/Class X/History/2016 4 of 5 (i) Write any TWO legal reforms initiated by the Second King Jigme Wangchuck? [2] (ii) Rearrange the achievements of the First Three Five Year Plan according to their years. [4] The Bhutan Government Transport was established. 105 schools established with 11,600 students were enrolled. The Bank of Bhutan was established Six hospitals and 34 dispensaries were establsihed

Year Achievements 1962 1968 1971 1971 (iii) Why are Bhutanese Architecture special and different from other countries? [4]

Question 10 (i) Name any TWO most regularly visited Lhankhang in Thimphu? [2] (ii) Write down FOUR ways to accomplish the goal of National self reliance? [4] (iii) What consequences would Bhutan face if Druk Gyalpo didn’t abolish the practice of Slavery and serfdom ? Briefly explain your view with FOUR reasons. [4]

Section C : Indian History and World Developments Since 1945 Attempt any ONE question Question 11 (i) What methods and techniques would you adopt to fight against the British rule in India if you were one of the strict followers of Gandhian philosophy? Mention THREE points? [3] (ii) Why did United Nations Security Council intervene in Congolese armed conflict of 1960? Write THREE reasons? [3] (iii) With reference to SAARCE briefly a) Describe the structure and function of Council of Ministers? [2] b) Describe the achievements of SAARCE regarding SAVE and write the full form of SAVE? [2]

Question 12 (i) List THREE steps to show how the UNO helped in the liberation of Kuwait from Iraq’s occupation? [3] (ii) Briefly explain Jallainwala Bagh tragedy? Give TWO significances of the tragedy? [3] (iii) More than 12 million children in the world die every year from preventable diseases and malnutrition. What is UNICEF’s FOUR point programme to combat these problems? [4]

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