In NCERT Class 12 Geography Chapter 8, titled "International Trade", students explore the exchange of goods, services, and capital across international borders. The chapter examines the types of trade, the factors influencing global trade patterns, and the significance of trade blocs and agreements. It also highlights India’s role in international trade, discussing its exports, imports, and economic impact on the global stage.

This article provides a comprehensive resource for exam preparation. It includes sample MCQs and subjective questions for CBSE and CUET, alongside downloadable PDFs of Class 12 Geography Chapter 8 MCQs and previous year questions for detailed practice of NCERT Class 12 International Trade.

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This question bank includes previous years' CUET and CBSE MCQs, along with questions curated by subject experts. Below are 5 sample multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for Class 12 Geography Chapter 8: International Trade. For the full set of 50 questions, download the PDF using the link provided below.

1- Which of the given points on History of International Trade are correct?

(A) In ancient times trade was restricted to local markets

(B) The silk route is an example of long distance trade

(C) Industrialised nations started importing raw materials and exporting finished products

(D) Slave trade started after World War I

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a) (A), (B), (D) only           (b) (A), (B), (C) only           (c) (A), (B), (D) only                (d) (B), (C), (D) only

2. By supporting developing countries in setting up of capital intensive industries, the industrialnations ensure __________.

(a) Their monopoly.                                                    (b) Markets for their finished products.

(c) Export of minerals from developing countries.     (d) Human welfare and ecological balance.

3. Arrange the history of international trade from past to present:

(A) Trade restricted to local markets              (B) Slave Trade

(C) Silk route for long distance trading           (D) Establishment of World Trade Organisation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a) (C), (A), (B), (D)           (b) (C), (A), (D), (B)           (c) (A), (C), (D), (B)           (d) (A), (C), (B), (D)

4. If the value of imports is more than the value of a country’s exports, then it will be called as:

(a) Unfavourable balance of trade                 (b) Favourable balance of trade

(c) Positive balance of trade                          (d) Composition of trade

5. General Agreement for Tariffs and Trade (GATT) was transformed into the World Trade Organisation in________.

(a) 1995                      (b) 1996                       (c) 1997                       (d) 1998

This question bank includes previous years' CBSE subjective questions (2 marks and above) without solutions, along with expert-curated questions. Below are 5 sample subjective questions for Class 12 Geography Chapter 8: International Trade. To access all questions, download the PDF from the link provided below.

In NCERT Class 12 Geography Chapter 8, "International Trade," students learn about the exchange of goods, services, and capital across borders. The chapter highlights the factors influencing trade patterns, the significance of trade agreements, and India’s role in the global trading system. It provides insights into how trade affects economic growth and fosters global interdependence.

Mastering this chapter is essential for understanding the dynamics of international trade and its impact on globalization. By practicing MCQs and subjective questions, students can enhance their knowledge of trade policies and their real-world applications.