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Social Science (087) — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1] § Gender and politics
In which of the following regions was women representation the highest in their respective National Parliaments (2018) ?
  1. (A) Nordic countries
  2. (B) America (North and South)
  3. (C) Europe
  4. (D) Asia
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Model Answer

(A) Nordic countries

Nordic countries had the highest women's representation in national parliaments at 42.3% (as of 1 October 2018), far above Americas (29.5%), Europe (26.4%), and Asia (19.8%).

Source: Gender, Religion and Caste, Chapter 3, Women in National Parliaments table.

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Explanation

The data table in the chapter clearly lists Nordic countries at 42.3% — the highest figure. Examiners expect you to state the answer and the supporting percentage. No other region comes close, making this straightforward data recall.

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