Jakar Higher Secondary School

Chhokhor, Bumthang
Trial Examination- 2018

Subject: HISTORY Time: 2 hours

Class: X Total Marks: 80

(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).
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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 [4×1]
Directions: Each question has four possible answers. Choose the correct answer and write it in space
provided
(i) An interim Government is headed by
A. Prime Minister of Bhutan
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) Which of the following is the correct set of criteria for membership to the Parliament of Bhutan?
I. Should not be under foreign protection.
II. Should have attained the age of 25 years.
III. Should be qualified as per parliament prescriptions.
IV. Should be registered in the constituency for two months.
A. I, II and III
B. I, II and IV
C. II, III and IV
D. I, III and IV

(iv) A meeting of the Gewog Tshogde members is convened to discuss the negligence of its chairperson.
Who will chair this meeting?
A. Chairperson
B. Mangmi
C. Tshogpa
D. Gup

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Question 1b
(i) Mention TWO similarities between Gewog Tshogde and Dzongkhag Tshogdu 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]

Section B: Bhutan History

Answer ALL the questions

Question 2a. [7x1]
Directions: Each question has four possible answers. Choose the correct answer and write it in the space
provided.
(i) Who ascended the post of Trongsa Poenlop in 1843?
A. Ugyen Phuntsho
B. Jigme Namgyel
C. Tshokey Dorji
D. Tsondrue Gyeltshen

(ii) The following are the important events that occurred in Jigme Namgyal’s life in 1850, EXCEPT the
A. restoration of Punakha dzong.
B. reunification of Sharchog Khorlo Tsibgye.
C. undertaking of the first military venture in the east.
D. settling of dispute between Wangdiphodrang and Thimphu Dzongpoen.

(iii) Ugyen Dorji 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 Ugyen Wangchuck.
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 Tibet and make them comeback to Bhutan.

(iv) Which of the following is the most important reforms brought by Druk Gyalpo Jigme Wangchuck 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 India-Bhutan treaty at Darjeeling to negotiate the terms.

(v) In the year 1972, the then Crown Prince Jigme Singye Wangchuck assumed the throne before the
Council of Regency was implemented because he
A. was destined to become the king of Bhutan.
B. had great concern for the people of Bhutan.
C. belonged to the noble family of Dungkar Chhoeje.
D. had already proven his maturity and statesmanship.

(vi) Which of the following is the correct combination of the lineages brought about
by the marriage of Second Druk Gyalpo to Azhi Phuntsho Choden?
A. Dungkar Chhoeje, Tamzhing Chhoje and Chhume Zhelngo.
B. Tamzhing Chhoeje, Khochung Chhoeje and Dungkar Chhoeje.
C. Chhume Zhelngo, Tamzhing Chhoeje and Khochung Chhoeje.
D. Dungkar Chhoeje, Khochung Chhoeje and Chume Zhelngo.

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(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.
C. Promote and showcase the old tradition to the developed countries.
D. Protect the culture from Tibetan invasion.

Question 2b.

(i) Mention TWO steps taken by Druk Gyalpo Ugyen Wangchuck to introduce modern education. [2]

(ii) During the reign of Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck, emphasis was given to the rural and
agriculture development in the country. Were these two areas more important than any other development
activities? Give Two justifications. [2]

(iii) Was the independence of India during the reign of King Jigme Wangchuck favourable to Bhutan? Why?
[2]

(iv) What would have been the consequences of Bhutan’s struggle with the British in India, in the absence of
Jigme Namgyel’s able leadership? Write TWO points. [2]

Section C: Indian History and World Developments since 1945

Attempt ALL questions

Question 3.a [4×1]

Directions: Each question has four possible answers. Choose the correct answer and write it in space
provided
(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) If country ‘A’ is attacked by country ‘B’ which organ of the UNO will take action on country ‘B’?

A. Security Council
B. General Assembly
C. International Court of Justice
D. Secretariat

(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

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(iv) The logo below represents

A. UNDP
B. UNICEF
C. WHO
D. UNO

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 UN, how would you solve disputes between two conflicting
parties? What tactics and strategies will you use to solve the issue? [2]

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 Part II
Section A: Civics
Attempt any ONE question
Question 4
(i) Name the house of the parliament that can pass the ‘Vote of no Confidence’ against the Government. [1]

(ii) What do you think would happen if the independence of the judiciary is not ensured? [3]

(iii) Identify and explain TWO differences between “Original Jurisdiction” and “Appellate Jurisdiction” of a
court. Give an example. [3]

(iv) The National Assembly has the power to pass the financial and money bills. Why is
the National Council deprived of this power? Write THREE reasons. [3]

Question 5
(i) You are the Chairman of Gewog Tshogde. Write down TWO important administrative functions you are
going to carry out as a Chairman. [2]

(ii) In order to ensure justice to the people, our rulers have continually brought about judicial reforms to
institutionalize the judicial system. Write down any THREE judicial reforms? [3]

(iii) The conservation of our environment became increasingly complex with the rapid pace of economic
development. Do you agree with the above statement? Give THREE justifications for your view.
[3]
(iv) Which political party has formed the ruling government and Opposition party? Keeping this in mind,
write ONE role of Ruling government and Opposition party. [2]

Section B: Bhutan History

Attempt any THREE questions

Question 6
(i)What do you understand by ‘fair and just society’? If you were the second king, what would you have done
to achieve it? List down TWO strategies. [1+ 2]

(ii) Gongsa Ugyen Wangchuck won the admiration and the trust of the British as well as the Tibetans. How
did he gain their appreciation? What skills do you require to be appreciated and admired? [2.5]

(iii) “Besides getting involved in military activities, Jigme Namgyal was also equally religious.”Justify the
statement [2.5]

(iv) How did the policy of isolation prove to be blessing in disguise for Bhutan during the reign of the
Second king? [2]

Question 7
(i) Bhutan started many bilateral diplomatic relations during the reign of fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye
Wangchuck. Do you think it is important for a country like Bhutan to strengthen such relations further?
Justify your answer with anyTWO reasons. [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? [3]

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(iii) Dungkar Gyeltshen refused to vacate the post of Trongsa Poenlop after three years, therefore Pema
Tenzin sought support from Jigme Namgyal .How would you react to this if you were Jigme Namgyal in this
period? Write THREE points. [3]

(iv) What is the significance of the solemn oath of allegiance of 17th December, 1907? [2]

Question 8
(i) With reference to Bhutanese Art, 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? [2]

(iv)Ugyen Wangchuck sowed the seed of modern education and now we are reaping the fruits.” Explain the
statement with reference to the role played by the first king. [2]

Question 9
(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. [2]
(a) The Bhutan Government Transport was established.
(b) 105 schools established with 11,600 students were enrolled.
(c) The Bank of Bhutan was established
(d) Six hospitals and 34 dispensaries were established

(iii) What form of assistance did the government of India render in the implementation of
development during the reign of the Third King? [3]

(iv) ‘As far as you, my people are concerned, you should not adopt the attitude that whatever is required to
be done for your welfare will be done entirely by the government.’ Which goal is reflected in the above lines
spoken by the Fourth Druk Gyalpo? Suggest two steps taken by the Fourth Druk Gyalpo to support this goal.
[3]

Section C: Indian History and the world Development since 1945.

Answer any ONE question

Question 11

(i) Describe the outstanding achievements of SAARC as a regional organization. [3]

(ii) UNDP, UNICEF, UNESCO having been doing commendable work in Bhutan, Write their full forms
and one function each. [3]

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(iii) Correspond each event given in column A with the year it took place and mark it in column B. The
years are listed in a box: [2]

1917, 1919, 1920, 1927, 1930, 1942, 1946

Column A Column B
Events Years
1. Dandi March
2. Quit India Movement
3. Jallianwala Bagh massacre
4. Civil Disobedience

(iv) (iv) “Since the war begins in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men, defences of peace must be
constructed.” Explain this statement in connection to the UNESCO with proper justification. [2]

Question 12

(i) Why was the Non- Cooperation Movement launched? Why did Gandhiji call it off suddenly? [2]

(ii) Write THREE activities of UNESCO in promoting international peace. [2]

(iii) Give two reasons to explain why the world leaders established the UNO? Why is the Veto Power
vested in the ‘Big Five’? Give one reason. [3]

(iv) You are selected to organize a half hour programme for SAARC Audio-Visual Exchange
Progrmamer (SAVE). Chalk out the programme of dance, music poetry, etc so that Bhutanese
culture may truly be projected in other countries. Give reasons for selecting the items that you
have included. [3]

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