Social Science (087) — CBSE Class 10 board question

The Indian Constitution accommodates social diversities through the following arrangements:

1. Federalism: The Constitution distributes powers between the Union and State Governments through three lists — Union List, State List, and Concurrent List — respecting regional diversity.

1. Linguistic States: States were reorganised on the basis of language (e.g., creation of Andhra Pradesh for Telugu speakers), making administration easier and respecting linguistic diversity.

1. Language Policy: No single national language was imposed. Hindi was made official language, but 22 Scheduled Languages are recognised. Non-Hindi states can use English for official purposes.

1. Special Provisions: States like Nagaland and Mizoram enjoy special powers under Article 371 to protect the culture and land rights of indigenous peoples.

Source: Federalism, Chapter 2, Class 10 Political Science

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• Examiners expect 3 distinct points with brief examples for a 3-mark answer.
• Avoid writing long paragraphs; use short labelled points.
• Key terms: Union/State/Concurrent List, Linguistic States, Scheduled Languages, Article 371 — using these shows conceptual clarity.
• The question says "with examples" — always name a state or specific provision as an example, or you risk losing marks.