RBSE Class 10 English Model Paper 2025-26: Download Sample Paper PDF

Particulars

Details

Conducting Body

Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (RBSE)

Class

Class 10

Subject

English

Academic Session

2025–26

Exam Type

Rajasthan Board Examination

Exam Level

Secondary (Matric)

Expected Exam Date

February / March 2026

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Medium of Paper

English

Official Website

rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in

Question Number

Questions

Section-A

(READING)

1

Read the following passage and answer the questions given below :-

The green revolution was a period of agricultural transformation in India

that began in the 1960s. It introduced high yielding varieties of seeds, modern

irrigation techniques and chemical fertilizers to increase food production. Mr.

M.S. Swaminathan, known as the father of India's Green Revolution, played a

crucial role in this transformation.  The movement primarily focused on wheat

and rice cultivation in states like Punjab, Haryana and Western Uttar Pardesh.

As a result, India became self -sufficient in food grain production by the 1970s

ending its dependence on food imports. Wheat production increased from 11

million  tonnes  in  1960  to  73  million  tonnes  by  2006.  However,  the  Green

Revolution had some negative effects including depletion of ground water, soil

degradation and increased regional inequality. Small and marginal farmers in

rain-fed  areas  did  not  benefit  equally.  Despite  its  limitations,  the  Green

Revolution saved millions from starvation and remains a significant milestone

in India's agricultural history.

Questions :-   

i.  Who is known as the father of India's Green Revolution?    

(A) Dr. Rajendra Prasad     

(B) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam 

(C) Dr. M.S. Swaminathan   

(D) Dr. Vikram Sarabhai  

ii. Which crops were primarily focused on during the Green Revolution?

(A) Cotton and sugarcane    

(B) Wheat and rice 

(C) Pulses and seeds   

(D) Tea and coffee 

iii. When did India become self -sufficient in food grain production?  

(A) 1970s     

(B) 1960s 

(C) 2006s     

(D) 1980s  

iv. What was one of the negative effects of the Green Revolution?    

(A) Increase in food imports 

(B) Increase in manual farming  

(C) Depletion of ground water     (D) Decrease in crop production   

v. Which states were the main beneficiaries of the Green Revolution? 

(A) Kerala, Karnataka       

(B) Punjab, Haryana 

(C) Rajasthan, Gujrat         

(D) Bihar, Odisha 

vi. By 2006, what was India's wheat production ?   

(A) 73 million tonnes        

(B) 11 million tonnes 

(C) 60 million tonnes         

(D) 20 million tonnes

vii. Find a word from the passage that means the same as 'conversion' or  'change' . 

(A) Revolution  

(B) Transformation 

(C) Production               

(D) Cultivation

viii. Find a word from the passage that means the opposite of 'dependence'. 

(A) Self-sufficient           

(B) Increase 

 (C) Depletion                

(D) Milestone

2

Read the following passage and answer the questions given below :-

       Tourism  has  emerged  as  one  of  India's  fastest  growing  industries,

contributing  significantly  to  the  national  economy  while  simultaneously

influencing the country's cultural fabric. This sector presents both tremendous

opportunities   and   considerable   challenges   that   require   thoughtful

consideration.  India's  rich  cultural  heritage,  historical  monuments,  diverse

landscape and spiritual traditions attract millions of domestic and international

tourists  annually  .Tourism  generates  employment  for  guides,  hotel  workers,

artisans and transporters particularly benefitting local communities near tourist

destinations. Foreign tourists bring valuable foreign exchange, strengthening

Indian  economy.  The  industry  also  promotes  cultural  exchange,  helping

preserve traditional arts, crafts and festivals. States like Rajasthan, Kerala and

Goa  have  prospered  through  tourism,  developing  better  infrastructure  and

facilities.

However uncontrolled tourism has serious drawbacks. Popular sites like

the  TajMahal  and  hill  stations  face  environmental  degradation  due  to

overcrowding  and  pollution.  The  commercialization  of  culture  sometimes

leads  to  the  loss  of  authentic  traditions  as  performances  become  mere

entertainment for tourists. Local communities may experience rising costs of

living as prices inflate in tourist areas. Additionally, some historical sites suffer

damage from irresponsible tourist behaviour. The gap between tourist-focused

development  and  local  needs  can  create  resentment  among  residents.

Sustainable  tourism  is  the  solution  that  balances  economic  benefits  with

cultural and environmental preservation. This includes limiting visitor numbers

at  sensitive  sites,  promoting  responsible  tourist  behaviour,  ensuring  local

communities  benefit  fairly  from  tourism  revenue  and  investing  in  heritage

conservation. Eco- tourism and rural tourism initiatives can distribute benefits

more  widely  while  maintaining  cultural  authenticity  and  environmental

integrity.  

i. How does tourism benefit local communities?  

ii. Name two Indian states that have prospered through tourism. 

iii. What environmental problem is faced by popular tourist places like the Taj

Mahal?    

iv. How can commercialization of culture affect traditional practices?         

v. What economic problem do local residents face in tourist areas?            

vi. What is sustainable tourism according to the passage?         

vii. Write the similar word of the following from the passage:' Damage' or 'decline'

viii. Write the opposite word of the following from the passage :' Destruction'