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Tourism and History — Syllabus

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · History and Political Science

What Tourism and History covers in Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Tourism and History

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1. Tourism in the Past

  • Travelling is an old tradition in India.
  • People travelled for pilgrimage, fairs, festivals, education, trade, and preaching.
  • Gautam Buddha travelled to several cities in ancient India for preaching.
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2. Types of Tourism

  • Tourism has become a separate field of business.
  • Tourism is classified into local tourism, interstate tourism, international tourism, historical tourism, geographic tourism, health tourism, agro-tourism, sports tourism, and tourism based on special
  • Local and interstate tourism happen within one country, so language, currency, and document problems are fewer.
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3. Development of Tourism

  • Tourism needs proper guidance for tourists about travel, conduct, and behaviour at destinations.
  • Safe transport, security, good accommodation, and washroom facilities are important for tourism growth.
  • Special attention should be given to the needs of handicapped tourists.
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4. Conservation and Preservation of Heritage

  • Preserving heritage sites is difficult but necessary.
  • Heritage means the valuable legacy of the past.
  • Heritage of any country is divided into Natural Heritage and Cultural Heritage.

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Central concept: Tourism and History

Tourism in the PastTypes of TourismDevelopment of TourismConservation and Preservation of HeritageProfessional OpportunitiesTourism in Maharashtra

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What are the important topics in Tourism and History for Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science?
Key topics in Tourism and History include Tourism in the Past, Types of Tourism, Development of Tourism, Conservation and Preservation of Heritage. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Tourism and History for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on Tourism and History. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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