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Modern World-I — Revision Notes
NIOS · Class 10 · Social Studies
Modern World-I revision notes for NIOS Class 10 Social Studies: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the NIOS Class 10 Social Studies syllabus.
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Key Topics to Revise
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1. Decline of Feudalism and the Rise of New Towns
- Feudalism declined because of the rise of the middle class, powerful kingdoms, warfare between feudal lords, new towns, and the revival of trade.
- Towns became centres of production and were governed by elected representatives.
- People in towns were free from feudal restrictions and could choose their work and movement.
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2. Renaissance
- Renaissance means rebirth.
- It started in Italy around the 14th century AD.
- Italian cities were important trading and intellectual centres.
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3. Reformation and Counter Reformation
- The Catholic Church was seen as corrupt, superstitious, and greedy for money.
- Martin Luther first challenged the authority of the Roman Catholic Church in 1517 AD.
- Luther believed that the Bible was the only source of religious authority.
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4. Development of Science
- Renaissance thinkers stressed reason, observation, and experimentation.
- Scientific inquiry grew strongly during this period.
- Michael Servetus discovered the circulation of blood.
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Feudalism weakened because of the riseRenaissance means rebirthHumanism placed human beings atThe Reformation began in GermanyThe Counter Reformation was a reform
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Modern World-I for NIOS Class 10 Social Studies?
Key topics in Modern World-I include Decline of Feudalism and the Rise of New Towns, Renaissance, Reformation and Counter Reformation, Development of Science. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Modern World-I for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 88 practice questions on Modern World-I. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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