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Human Settlements

Himachal Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Geography

Most important questions from Human Settlements for Himachal Pradesh Board Class 12 Geography board exam 2026. MCQs, short answer, and long answer questions with marks.

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Which of the following are characteristics of rural settlements?

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Derive economic support from land-based primary activities, Specialize in agriculture, Have intimate social relations

Rural settlements are characterized by land-based primary economic activities like agriculture, less mobility leading to intimate social relations, and dependence on natural resources.

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Urban settlements depend on _______ and _______ activities.

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Clustered rural settlements are commonly found in the northern plains of India.

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Compact or clustered villages of a few hundred houses are a universal feature in India, particularly in the northern plains due to fertile alluvial soils.

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Match the following ancient towns with their modern names:

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Prayag - Allahabad

These are historical names of important Indian cities: Prayag is now Allahabad, Pataliputra is Patna, Bombay is Mumbai, and Madras is Chennai.

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What are the important topics in Human Settlements for Himachal Pradesh Board Class 12 Geography?
Key topics in Human Settlements include Four Types of Rural Settlements and Their Regional Distribution, Overview of Human Settlements in India, Types of Rural Settlements — Overview. These are the concepts Himachal Pradesh Board Class 12 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 30 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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There are 30 practice questions available for Human Settlements. These cover multiple question types including MCQs, short answer, and long answer questions.

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