NCERT (Geography) Class-XI
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| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Indian Subcontinent is bounded by the Himalayas in the north, Hindukush and Sulaiman ranges in the northwest, Purvachal hills in the north-east and by the large expanse of the Indian Ocean. 2. It includes the countries - Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. India's territorial limit extends towards the sea up to 12 nautical miles (about 21.9 km) from the coast. 2. Indian Standard Time is ahead of Greenwich Mean Time by 4 hours and 30 minutes. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Peninsular Block: 1. The northern boundary of the Peninsular Block may be taken as regular line running from Kachchh to the Yamuna and the Ganga as far as the Rajmahal Hills and the Ganga Delta. 2. The Karbi Anglong and the Meghalaya Plateau in the northeast and Rajasthan in the west are also extensions of this block. 3. The northeastern parts are separated by the Malda fault in West Bengal from the Chotanagpur Plateau. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Peninsular Block: 1. Since the Cambrian period, the Peninsula has been standing like a rigid block. 2. As a part of the Indo-Australian Plate, it has been subjected to various vertical movements and block faulting. 3. The rift valleys of the Narmada, the Tapi and the Mahanadi and the Satpura block mountains are some examples of it. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Himalayas along with other Peninsular mountains are young, weak and flexible in their geological structure unlike the rigid and stable Peninsular Block. 2. These mountains are tectonic in origin, dissected by fast-flowing rivers which are in their youthful stage. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Indus, the Ganga and the Brahmaputra Plains: 1. Originally, it was a geo-synclinal depression which attained its maximum development during the third phase of the Himalayan mountain formation approximately about 64 billion years ago. 2. Average depth of alluvial deposits in these plains ranges from 1,000-2,000 m. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. 'Physiography' of an area is the outcome of structure, process and the stage of development. 2. The Himalayas in the Darjiling and Sikkim regions lie in a westward direction, while in Arunachal Pradesh they are from southwest to the northwest direction. 3. The approximate length of the Great Himalayan range, also known as the central axial range, is 1,400 km from east to west, and their width varies between 160-400 km from north to south. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Kashmir Himalayas: 1. Important passes in this region are Zojila and Banihal. 2. Fresh water lakes like Dal and Wular are found in this region. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Karewas are the thick deposits of glacial clay and other materials embedded with moraines. 2. The Kashmir Himalayas are famous for Karewa formations, which are useful for the cultivation of Zafran, a local variety of saffron. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Kashmir Valley: 1. The Jhelum in the valley of Kashmir is still in its youth stage and yet forms meanders - a typical feature associated with the mature stage in the evolution of fluvial land form. 2. In Kashmir Valley, the meanders in Jhelum river are caused by the local base level provided by the erstwhile larger lake of which the present Dal Lake is a small part. 3. The southernmost part of this region consists of longitudinal valleys known as 'duns'. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Himachal Himalayas: 1. The Himachal and Uttarakhand Himalayas lies approximately between the Ravi in the west and the Kali in the east. 2. The northernmost part of the Himachal Himalayas is an extension of the Ladakh cold desert. 3. These are the Great Himalayan range, the Lesser Himalayas and the Shiwalik range from the north to the south. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The word shiwalik has its origin in the geological formation found in and around a place called Sivawala near Dehra Dun. 2. Dehra Dun is the largest of all the duns with an approximate length of 35-45 km and a width of 22-25 km. 3. 'Bugyals' are the summer grasslands in the higher reaches. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Darjiling and Sikkim Himalayas: 1. They are flanked by Nepal Himalayas in the west and Bhutan Himalayas in the east. 2. The higher reaches of this region are inhabited by Lepcha tribes while the southern part, particularly the Darjiling Himalayas, has a mixed population. 3. The British introduced tea plantations in this region. 4. The 'duar formations' in this region have been used for the development of tea gardens. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Arunachal Himalayas: 1. These extend from the east of the Bhutan Himalayas up to the Diphu pass in the east. 2. The general direction of the mountain range is from southwest to northeast. 3. These ranges are dissected by fast-flowing rivers from the north to the south, forming deep gorges. 4. An important aspect of the Arunachal Himalayas is the numerous ethnic tribal community. 5. Due to rugged topography, most of the interactions are carried through the duar region along the Arunachal-Assam border. Which of the above statements is/are correct | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Eastern Hills and Mountains: 1. These are part of the Himalayan mountain system having their general alignment from the north to the south direction. 2. In the north, they are known as Patkai Bum, Naga hills, Manipur hills and in the south as Mizo or Lushai hills. 3. Mizoram which is also known as the 'Molassis Basin' is made up of soft unconsolidated deposits. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Northern Plains: 1. The northern plains are formed by the alluvial deposits brought by the rivers - the Indus, the Ganga and the Brahmaputra. 2. These plains extend approximately 4,200 km from the east to the west. 3. The average width of these plains varies between 550-300 km. 4. The maximum depth of alluvium deposits varies between 1,000-2,000 m. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Northern Plains: 1. The northern plains from the west to the east, can be divided into three major zones: the Bhabar, the Tarai and the alluvial plains. 2. The alluvial plains can be further divided into the Khadar and the Bhangar. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Bhabar is a narrow belt ranging between 8-10 km parallel to the Shiwalik foothills at the break-up of the slope. 2. North of the Bhabar is the Tarai belt, with an approximate width of 10-20 km where most of the streams and rivers re-emerge without having any properly demarcated channel, thereby, creating marshy and swampy conditions known as the Tarai. 3. The north of Tarai is a belt consisting of old and new alluvial deposits known as the Bhangar and the Khadar respectively. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Peninsular Plateau: 1. Rising from the height of 150 m above the river plains up to an elevation of 600-900 m is the irregular triangle known as the Peninsular Plateau. 2. The Delhi ridge in the northwest, (extension of Aravallis), the Rajmahal hills in the east, Gir range in the west and the Cardamom hills in the south constitute the outer extent of the Peninsular Plateau. 3. The Peninsular India is made up of a series of patland. 4. The general elevation of the plateau is from the west to the east. Which of the above statements is/are corr | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Tors2. Block mountains 3. Rift valleys 4. Spurs 5. Wall-like quartzite dykes Which of the above is/are features found in the Peninsular Plateau? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Peninsular Plateau has undergone recurrent phases of upliftment and submergence accompanied by crystal faulting and fractures. 2. The eastern part of the plateau has a complex relief of ravines and gorges. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Deccan Plateau: 1. It is bordered by the Western Ghats in the west, Eastern Ghats in the east and the Satpura, Maikal range and Mahadeo hills in the north-east. 2. Western Ghats are comparatively higher in elevation and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements:
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| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Anaimudi 2. Anaimalai hills 3. Dodabetta Arrange the above peaks of Peninsular Plateau in ascending order of their height: | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Central Highlands: 1. They are bounded to the west by the Aravalli range. 2. The Satpura range at an elevation varying between 400-900 m above the mean sea level. forms the northernmost boundary of the Deccan Plateau. 3. The Satpura range is a classic example of the relict mountains which are highly denuded and form discontinuous ranges. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Jaisalmer in Rajasthan has been covered by the longitudinal sand ridges and crescent-shaped sand dunes called barchans. 2. This region has undergone metamorphic processes in its geological history, which can be corroborated by the presence of metamorphic rocks such as marble, slate, gneiss, etc. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The general elevation of the Central Highlands ranges between 800-2,000 m above the mean sea level. 2. An eastern extension of the Central Highland is formed by the Rajmahal hills. 3. Most of the tributaries of the river Yamuna have their origin in the Amarkantak. 4. The Banas is the only significant tributary of river Chambal that originates from the Aravalli in the west. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Northeastern Plateau is not an extension of the main Peninsular Plateau. 2. Due to northeastward movement of the Indian plate at the time of the Himalayan origin, a huge fault was created between the Rajmahal hills and the Meghalaya Plateau. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Meghalaya Plateau and the Karbi Anglong Plateau are joined by Rajmahal hills from the main Peninsular Block. 2. The Meghalaya Plateau has a highly eroded surface due to high rainfall. 3. The Meghalaya Plateau is devoid of mineral resources unlike Chotanagpur Plateau. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Indian Desert: 1. The Great Indian Desert lies to the northwest of the Aravalli hills. 2. This region receives low rainfall, below 350 mm per year. 3. It is believed that during the Mesozoic era, this region was under the sea. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Moraines 2. Mushroom rocks, 3. Shifting dunes 4. Oasis Which of the above is/are the features of the Great Indian Desert? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Indian Desert: 1. The northern part of Indian Desert is sloping towards the Rann of Kachchh. 2. Most of the rivers in this region are ephemeral. 3. The lakes and the playas in this region have brackish water. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The western coastal plains in India are an example of submerged coastal plain. 2. The western coastal plains are broader in the middle and get narrow towards north and south. 3. The rivers flowing through this coastal plain do not form any delta. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Every year the famous Nehru Trophy Vallamkali (boat race) is held in Punnamada Kayal in Kerala. 2. Kayals are distinguishing features of Kachchh and Kathiawar coast. 3. They are used for fishing and inland navigation. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The eastern coastal plain is an example of emergent coast. 2. The rivers flowing through this coastal plain do not form any delta. 3. It provides natural conditions for the development of ports and harbours. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are situated roughly between 6°N-14°N and 92°E -94°E 2. The two principal groups of islets include the Ritchie's archipelago and the Labrynth island. 3. They are separated by Palk Strait. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Saddle Peak, the highest peak of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is located in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Lakshadweep and Minicoy are scattered between 8°N-12°N latitude. 2. The entire island group is built of coral deposits. 3. Barren Island is located in Lakshadweep. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Geological time period 2. Nature and structure of rocks 3. Topography 4. Slope 5. Periodicity of the flow Which of the above is/are responsible factors for drainage pattern of an area? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. When the rivers discharge their waters from all directions in a lake or depression - 'radial' 2. When the primary tributaries of rivers flow parallel to each other and secondary tributaries join them at right angles - 'centripetal'. 3. When the rivers discharge their waters from all directions in a lake or depression - 'trellis'. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. The boundary line separating one drainage basin from the other is known as the 'catchment area'. 2. The catchments of large rivers are called river watersheds. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. On the basis of discharge of water, Indian drainage system can be grouped into three categories. 2. The Delhi ridge, the Aravallis and the Sahyadris separate the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal drainage. 3. More percentage of drainage area is orientated towards Arabian Sea. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. The Indian drainage system on the basis of the size of the watershed, can be grouped into two categories. 2. The Kalindi, Periyar, Meghna rivers are examples of Minor river basins. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Perennial Rivers 2. Deep Gorges 3. V-shaped valleys 4. Rapids 5. Waterfalls Which of the above is/are the features of Himalayan drainage system? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Flat Valleys 2. Ox-bow lakes 3. Flood plains 4. Braided channels 5. Deltas Which of the above is/are the depositional features of Himalayan drainage system? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about evolution of the Himalayan Rivers: 1. The Shiwalik or Indo-Brahma River traversed the entire longitudinal extent of the Himalaya from Assam to Punjab and onwards to Sind during the Pleistocene period. 2. It dismembered into three main drainage systems during the Miocene period. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Indus System: 1. The Indus is the easternmost of the Himalayan rivers in India. 2. It originates from a glacier near Bokhar Chu in the Kailash Mountain range. 3. It passes through Ladakh and Baltistan. 4. It enters into Pakistan near Chilas in the Dardistan region. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Shigar 2. Gasting 3. Khurram 4. Rind 5. Tochi 6. Viboa Which of the above are the tributaries of the Indus river system? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. The Indus flows in India through Himachal and Jammu and Kashmir. 2. The Jhelum river rises from a spring at Verinag. 3. The Jhelum joins the Chenab near Jhang in Beas. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. River Chenab is formed by two streams, the Chandra and the Bhaga. 2. River Chenab rises west of the Rohtang pass in the Kullu hills of Himachal Pradesh and flows through the Chamba valley. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Satluj River: 1. The Satluj originates near the Rohtang Pass. 2. It flows almost parallel to the Indus for about 400 km before entering India. 3. It passes through the Shipki La on the Himalayan ranges. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. River Ganga rises in the Gangotri glacier near Gaumukh in Joshimath. 2. The Alaknanda has its source in the Satopanth glacier above Badrinath. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Bhagirathi meets Alaknanda : Rudra Prayag 2. Alaknanda meets Pindar : Devprayag 3. Alaknanda meets Mandakini: Karna Prayag Which of the above is/are correctly matched? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Ganga enters the plains at Devprayag. 2. It passes through Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal. 3. The Son is its major left bank tributary. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Yamuna is joined by the Chambal, the Sind, the Betwa and the Ken on its left bank. 2. It is joined by the Hindon, the Rind, the Sengar, the Varuna on its right bank. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Sewerage Treatment Infrastructure 2. River-Front Development 3. Ganga Gram 4. Bio-Diversity Which of the above is/are the pillars of Namami Gange Programme? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Chambal rises near Mhow in the Malwa Plateau of Madhya Pradesh. 2. The Ghaghara originates in the Nepal Himalayas. 3. The Gandak originates in the glaciers of Mapchachungo. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The River Chambal is famous for its badland topography. 2. The River Ghaghara enters the Ganga plain in Champaran district of Bihar. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Kosi River: 1. It rises in the Milam glacier in the Nepal Himalayas. 2. The Kosi is an antecedent river. 3. It is joined by the Son Kosi from the east and the Tamur Kosi from the west. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Ramganga rises in the Garhwal hills near Gairsain. 2. The Mahananda river rises in the Milam glacier in the Nepal Himalayas. 3. The Sarda or Saryu rises in the Darjiling hills. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Son is a large west bank tributary of the Ganga. 2. It originates in Amarkantak Plateau. 3. It joins Ganga at Arrah, Bihar. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements : 1. The Brahmaputra originates from a glacier near Bokhar Chu near the Mansarovar lake. 2. In Tibet, it is known as 'Singi Khamban'. 3. The Rango Tsangpo is the major south bank tributary of this river in Tibet. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about the Brahmaputra : 1. At its origin point in Tibet, it is known as Tsangpo. 2. It enters India under the name of Siang or Dihang. 3. In Bangladesh, it is known as the Jamuna. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Dihang River enters India west of Sadiya town in Assam. 2. The Brahmaputra enters into Bangladesh near Dhubri. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Subansiri 2. Kameng 3. Burhi 4. Dihing 5. Sankosh Which of the above is/are the left bank tributaries of the Brahmaputra in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Fixed course 2. Absence of meanders 3. Flood Plains 4. Perennial Rivers Which of the above is/are the characteristics of Peninsular rivers? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Peninsular drainage system is less older than the Himalayan drainage system. 2. The Western Ghats act as the water divide between the major Peninsular rivers. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Slight tilting of the Peninsular block from northwest to the southeastern direction. 2. Upheaval of the Himalayas. 3. Subsidence of the western flank of the Peninsula Which of the above is/are the major geological events responsible for drainage pattern in Peninsular India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Mahanadi rises near Sihawa in Raipur district of Chhattisgarh. 2. It runs through Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. 3. Fifty three per cent of the drainage basin of the Mahanadi lies in Odisha. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Godavari is also called the Dakshin Ganga. 2. It rises in the Nasik district of Maharashtra and discharges its water into the Arabian Sea. 3. It forms a large delta after splitting at Rajamundri. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. The Penganga, the Indravati, the Pranhita, and the Manjra are its principal tributaries. 2. Its tributaries run through the states of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. The above mentioned statements are related to: | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Krishna 2. Kaveri 3. Godavari Arrange the following Peninsular rivers in ascending order of their length: | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Krishna River rises in the Brahmagiri hills of Kodagu district in Karnataka. 2. The Kabini, the Bhavani and the Amravati are the major tributaries of Krishna River. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Kaveri rises near Mahabaleshwar in Sahyadri. 2. The Koyna, the Tungbhadra and the Bhima are the major tributaries of Kaveri. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Narmada is the only west flowing river in the Peninsular Plateau. 2. It originates at Amarkantak Plateau. 3. It flows through a rift valley between the Satpura and the Aravallis. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. he Narmada and Tapi rivers lack alluvial and deltaic deposits. 2. The Narmada and Tapi rivers flow in trough faults. 3. The Tapi originates from Multai in Madhya Pradesh. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Luni river system lies south of Aravallis. 2. The entire river system is ephemeral. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Sharavati is westward flowing river in Karnataka. 2. It originates in Shimoga district of Karnataka. 3. Gersoppa (Jog) falls are located on it. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: River: Origin 1. Shetruniji river:Dalkahwa in Amreli district 2. Vaitarna river:Trimbak hills in Nasik district 3. Kalinadi river:Hubli, Dharwar 4. Bedti river:Belgaum district 5. Dhadhar rise:Ghantar village in Panchmahal district Which of the above rivers is/are correctly matched with their source of origin? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The longest river of Kerala, Periyar rises near Annamalai hills. 2. Bharathapuzha is the second largest river of Kerala. 3. Pamba river which in the Vemobanad lake. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Arrange the following west flowing rivers in descending order of their catchment area: 1. Sabarmati 2. Mahi 3. Dhandhar 4. Kalinadi 5. Sharavati 6. Bharathapuzha | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Vamsadhara 2. Periyar 3. Penner 4. Palar 5. Vaigai Which of the above are the east flowing rivers in Peninsular India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The north Indian rivers originating from the Himalayas are perennial as they are fed by glaciers. 2. The regime of the rivers of South India is controlled by rainfall. 3. The Ganga has its minimum flow during the January-June period. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Climate is the momentary state of the atmosphere. 2. Weather refers to the average of the weather conditions over a longer period of time. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Temperature 2. Pressure 3. Wind direction and velocity 4. Humidity Which of the above is/are the elements of weather? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Cherrapunji and Mawsynram in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya receive rainfall over 1,080 cm in a year. 2. The annual precipitation is less than 10 cm in the northwest Himalayas and the western deserts. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The northern part of India lies in tropical zone. 2. The southern part of India falls in the temperate zone. 3. The temperate zone experiences high temperatures throughout the year. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Himalayas protect the subcontinent from the cold northern winds. 2. These cold and chilly winds originate near the Arctic circle. 3. The Himalayas trap the monsoon winds. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Temperature increases with height. 2. Due to thin air, places in the mountains are cooler than places on the plains. 3. Agra and Darjiling are located on the same latitude. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The physiography of India affects the temperature and air pressure. 2. The Southern Plateau remains dry due to its leeward situation along the Western Ghats. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The weather conditions in winter over India are influenced by the distribution of pressure in Central and Western Asia. 2. A low pressure centre to the north of the Himalayas develops during winter. 3. The surface winds blowing out of the high pressure Asia reach India in the form of a dry continental air mass. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The variations in the atmospheric pressure closer to the surface of the earth decides the upper air circulation. 2. All of Western and Central Asia remains under the influence of easterly winds. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The jet streams are high altitude Westerly winds between middle latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere. 2. The Tibetan highlands act as a barrier in the path of jet streams. 3. The northern branch of the jet stream exercises an important influence on the winter weather in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The western cyclonic disturbances develop over the Mediterranean Sea. 2. The western cyclonic disturbances are brought into India by the westerly jet stream. 3. An increase in the prevailing day temperature generally indicates an advance in the arrival of these cyclonic disturbances. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Tropical cyclones originate over the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. 2. These tropical cyclones have very high wind velocity. 3. The Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Orissa coast are the most affected areas. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The wind circulation over the subcontinent undergoes a complete reversal as sun shifts northwards in summer. 2. Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) are areas of low pressure around the Equator where Trade Winds converge. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. There is cause and effect relationship between northward shift of the equatorial trough (ITCZ) and the withdrawal of the westerly jet stream over north India. 2. ITCZ is the responsible factor for southwest monsoon in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is a where air tends to descend. 2. In July, the ITCZ is located around 20°N-25°N latitudes called the monsoon trough. 3. In winter, southwards shift of ITCZ, leads to northeast monsoons. Which of the above statements is/are Incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. An easterly jet stream flows over the southern part of the Peninsula in June. 2. They steer the tropical depressions into India. 3. The frequency of tropical depressions determine the rainfall pattern during the northeast monsoons. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. EI-Nino brings drought, floods and other weather extremes to different parts of the world. 2. EI-Nino is used in India for forecasting long range monsoon rainfall. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Distortion of equatorial atmospheric circulation. 2. Irregularities in the evaporation of sea water. 3. Reduction in the amount of planktons in sea. Which of the above is/are the impact of warming of Peruvian Coast by El-Nino affect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. EI-Nino is merely an extension of cold Humbolt current. 2. EI-Nino involves oceanic and atmospheric phenomena with the appearance of warm currents off the coast of Peru. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Bay of Bengal branch of monsoon causes rainfall on the west coast of India. 2. The Arabian Sea current brings rain to the plains of north India. 3. The rainfall along Western Ghats is orographic. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. The offshore meteorological conditions. 2. The position of the equatorial jet stream along the eastern coast of Africa. Which of the above is/ are the factors related to intensity of rainfall over the west coast of India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. In northern India rains are likely to fail if the rain-bearing storms are infrequent along the monsoon trough. 2. Over the east coast the dry spells are associated with days when winds blow parallel to the coast. Which of the above is/are the reasons or dry spells during south-west monsoon? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The northwestern parts of India experience continental climate. 2. The snowfall in the nearby Himalayan ranges. 3. The cold winds coming from the Caspian Sea and Turkmenistan. Which of the above is/are the factors responsible for excessive cold in north India during winters? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Moderating influence of the sea. 2. The proximity to Equator. Which of the above is/are factors responsible for weather conditions in Peninsular region of India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Highly beneficial for kharif crops. 2. Sustain the flow of water in the Himalayan rivers. Which of the above is/are the advantages of winter rainfall in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Central parts of India 2. Northern parts of southern Peninsula 3. Tamil Nadu Coast 4. Southern Andhra Pradesh 5. Southeast Karnataka 6. Southeast Kerala Which of the above mentioned regions of India receive winter rainfall? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The summer months are a period of excessive heat and rising air pressure in northern India. 2. Because of the heating of the subcontinent, the ITCZ moves southwards occupying a position centred at 25°N. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Mango Shower: Kerala and coastal areas of Karnataka. 2. Blossom Shower: Bengal and Assam 3. Nor Westers: Kerala and nearby areas 4. Loo: Punjab to Bihar Which of the above is/are incorrectly matched? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 'Bardoli Chheerha' is a term for pre monsoon shower in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The monsoon winds obstructed by the Western Ghats causes heavy rainfall in the windward side of the Sahyadris and Western Coastal Plain. 2. The region east of the Western Ghats lies in rain-shadow area. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Bay of Bengal branch of monsoon strikes the coast of Myanmar and north Bangladesh. 2. The Arakan Hills deflect this branch towards the Indian subcontinent. 3. The monsoon enters West Bengal from the south-westerly direction. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Tamil Nadu Coast is situated south to the Bay of Bengal branch of southwest monsoon. 2. It lies in the rainshadow area of the Bay of Bengal branch of the south-west monsoon. Which of the above is/are the factors responsible for dry season in Tamil Nadu Coast during south-west monsoon? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Rainfall received from the southwest monsoons is seasonal in character. 2. Monsoonal rainfall is largely governed by topography. 3. The monsoon rainfall has a declining trend with decreasing distance from the sea. 4. The breaks in monsoon rains are related to the cyclonic depressions mainly formed at Arabian Sea. Which of the above mentioned characteristics of monsoonal rainfall are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Over two-third of the total rain in India is received during the southwest monsoon season. 2. Its spatial distribution is also uneven which ranges from 12 cm to more than 250 cm. 3. The summer rainfall comes in a heavy downpour leading to considerable run off and soil erosion. Which of the above mentioned characteristics of monsoonal rainfall is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements related to retreating monsoon: 1. October and November are the rainiest months in eastern part of the Peninsula. 2. A bulk of the rainfall of the Coromondal Coast is derived from cyclonic depressions originating over Andaman Sea. 3. These cyclonic depressions bring destructive tropical cyclones on eastern coast. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements:
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| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Khasi and Jaintia hills 2. Odisha 3. Jharkhand 4. Cachar Valley 5. Manipur Which of the above mentioned places receive annual rainfall between 100-200 cm? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Western Uttar Pradesh 2. Haryana 3. Punjab 4. Western Rajasthan 5. Eastern Rajasthan Which of the above mentioned places receive annual rainfall between 50-100 cm? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. A characteristic feature of rainfall in India is its variability. 2. The values of coefficient of variation show variability of rainfall in India. 3. The actual rainfall in some places in India deviates from 20-50 per cent. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Except the northwestern part of India, rest of the country has a monsoon type of climate. 2. A climatic region has a heterogeneous climatic condition. 3. Temperature and rainfall are decisive factors in all the schemes of climatic classification. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The mean monthly temperature throughout the year is over 18°C - Dry Climates. 2. The mean temperature of the coldest month is between 18°C and minus 3°C - Warm temperate climates. 3. The mean temperature of the warmest month is under 10°C - Cool temperate climates. Which of the above combinations is/are not matched correctly as per Koeppen's Climatic classification? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Ganga plain 2. Eastern Rajasthan 3. Northern Madhya Pradesh 4. North-east India As per Koeppen's Climatic classification scheme the type of climate of above places in India is | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Bwhw - Monsoon with dry winter 2. As: Monsoon with short dry season 3. Dfc: Hot Desert Which of the above combinations are matched correctly as per Koeppen's Climatic classification? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 As per Koeppen's Climatic classification scheme, Arunachal Pradesh has been assigned what type of climate? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Which one of the following phenomenon happens when the sun shines vertically over the Tropic of Capricorn in the Southern Hemisphere? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 In which of the following states in India 'As' type of climate is found as per Koeppen's classification? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Tropical Evergreen and Semi Evergreen forests 2. Tropical Deciduous forests 3. Tropical Thorn forests 4. Montane forests 5. Littoral and Swamp forests Which of the above mentioned types of forests are found in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following characteristics of Tropical Evergreen forests: 1. Found in warm and humid areas with an annual precipitation of over 300 cm. 2. In these forests, trees reach great heights up to 60 m or above. 3. Trees shed leaves during winter season. 4. Found in hills of the northeastern region and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following characteristics of Tropical Evergreen forests: 1. They have a mixture of evergreen and moist deciduous trees. 2. Species found in these forests include rosewood, mahogony, aini and ebony. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The oak forests in Garhwal and Kumaon were replaced by pine. 2. Forests were also cleared for introducing plantations of tea, rubber and coffee. 3. The British used timber for construction activities as it acts as an insulator of heat. Which of the above statements is/are correct in relation to exploitation of forests by British in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. They are also called the monsoon forests. 2. They spread over regions which receive rainfall between 70-200 cm. 3. These are the most widespread forests in India. The above mentioned characteristic features are related with— | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Moist deciduous forests: 1. They are found in areas with rainfall ranging between 70 -100 cm. 2. Tendu, palas, amaltas, bel, khair, axlewood are the common trees. 3. Found in northeastern states along the foothills of Himalayas. Which of the above statements is/are are incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. They are found in areas with rainfall ranging between 70 -100 cm 2. On the wetter margins, it has a transition to the moist deciduous, 3. On the drier margins, it has a transition to the thorn forests. Which of the above statements is/are correct about characteristics of Dry deciduous forests? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Found in areas which receive rainfall less than 50 cm. 2. The plants remain leafless for most part of the year. 3. Important species found are babool, ber, khair, neem, etc. The above mentioned characteristic features are related with– | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Himalayan Montane forests: 1. The Himalayan ranges show a succession of vegetation from the tropics to the tundra. 2. Deciduous forests are found in the foothills of the Himalayas. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following :
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| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Deodar grows mainly in the western part of the Himalayan range. 2. It is an important wood of Kashmir handicrafts. 3. The southern slopes of the Himalayas carry sparse vegetation. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The southern mountain forests are found in the Western Ghats, the Vindhyas and the Nilgiris. 2. As they are closer to the tropics, vegetation is temperate in the higher regions. 3. The temperate forests are called Sholas in the Nilgiris, Anaimalai and Palani hills. Which of the above statements is/are are Incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Nilgiris 2. Anaimalai 3. Palani 4. Satpura 5. Maikal In which of the above mentioned places, the Shola forests are found in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. About 70 per cent of wetland habitat areas in India are under paddy cultivation. 2. Chilika Lake and Keoladeo National Park are protected Ramsar Sites. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Delta wetlands and lagoons of India's east coast. 2. Lakes and rivers of the montane region of Kashmir and Ladakh. 3. Vast saline expanses of Rajasthan, Gujarat and the Gulf of Kachchh. 4. Lagoons of the south west coast. Which of the above mentioned places are India's wetland habitats? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 2. Sunderbans 3. Godavari delta 4. Gujarat Which of the above mentioned are known for mangrove vegetation in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Salt marshes 2. Tidal creeks 3. Mud flats 4. Freshwater 5. Estuaries Which of the above mentioned are potential habitats for mangroves? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The area notified and recorded as the forest land irrespective of the existence of trees is actual forest cover. 2. The area occupied by forests with canopy is the forest area. 3. Actual forest cover is based on the records of the State Revenue Department. Which of the above statements is/are are Incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The share of dense forest in India is 8.75 percent. 2. The share of open forest in India is 12.29 percent. Which of the above statements is/are correct as per India State of Forest Report 2011? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Bringing 23 per cent of the geographical areas under forest cover. 2. Maintaining environmental stability. 3. Conserving the natural heritage of the country, its biological diversity and genetic pool. Which of the above mentioned is /are the objectives of new forest policy, 1988? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Social forestry means the management and protection of forests and afforestation on barren lands. 2. Agro-forestry is the raising of trees and agricultural crops on the same land. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. To provide protection to the endangered species listed. 2. To provide legal support to the conservation areas of the country. Which of the above mentioned is /are the objective of Wildlife Act 1972? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Project Tiger 2. Project Elephant 3. Crocodile Breeding Project 4. Project Hangul 5. Himalayan Musk deer Conservation Project Which of the above mentioned conservation projects have been launched in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Project Tiger aims at protecting tigers in India for scientific, aesthetic, cultural and ecological values. 2. Project Elephant was launched in 1992 whereas Project Tiger was launched in 1973. 3. Project Elephant aimed at ensuring long term survival of elephants in their natural habitat Which of the above mentioned statements is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. It embraces the sanctuary complex of Wayanad, Nagarhole, Bandipur and Mudumalai. 2. It was established in September 1986. 3. Nilgiri Tahr and the Lion-tailed macaque, the two endangered species are found here. 4. The vegeataion found here includes dry and moist deciduous, semievergreen and wet evergreen forests, evergreen shoals. The above mentioned statements are related to which of the following Biosphere reserve in India? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 'Heritiera fomes', a species valued for its timber is found in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 The globally endangered sea cow (Dugong dugon) is found at | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Relief 2. Parent material 3. Climate 4. Vegetation Which of the above is/are the factors affecting the formation of soil? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Mineral particles 2. Humus 3. Water 4. Air Which of the above is/are the components of soil? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about soil profile: 1. Horizon 'A' is first stage in the soil formation process. 2. Horizon 'B' has got incorporated with the mineral matter, nutrients and water. 3. Horizon 'C' is composed of the loose parent material. Which of the above statements is/are correctly matched? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. In ancient times, soils used to be classified into two main groups - Urvara and Usara. 2. In the 16th centrury A D., soils were classified on the basis of their texture, colour, slope of land and moisture. Which of the above mentioned is /are incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Soil Survey of India was established in 1956. 2. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has classified the Indian soils as per the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Soil Taxonomy. 3. The National Bureau of Soil Survey and the Land Use Planning is under ICAR. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correctly matched? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Alluvial soils: 1. These soils cover about 60 per cent of the total area of India. 2. They are depositional soils, transported and deposited by rivers. 3. The Peninsular region, they are found in deltas of the east coast. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correctly matched? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Alluvial soils: 1. They vary in nature from sandy loam to clay. 2. They are generally rich in phosphorous but poor in potash. Which of the above mentioned is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Alluvial soils: 1. Khadar is the new alluvium and is deposited by floods annually. 2. Bhangar represents a system of older alluvium, deposited away from the flood plains. 3. Only Bhangar soils contain calcareous concretions. 4. The sand content decreases from the east to west. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Depth of the deposition 2. Texture of the materials 3. Time taken for attaining maturity Which of the above is/are the factors responsible for the shade of alluvial soils? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Black Soils: 1. It covers most of the Deccan Plateau. 2. It is found in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and some parts of Tamil Nadu. 3. It is very deep in upper reaches of the Godavari and the Krishna. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Black Soils: 1. It is generally clayey, deep and impermeable. 2. During rainy season, this soil develops wide cracks. 3. It swells and becomes sticky when wet and shrinks when dried. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. It is rich in lime, iron, magnesia and alumina. 2. It lacks phosphorous, nitrogen and organic matter. 3. It retains the moisture for a very long time. The above mentioned characteristics are present in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Red Soil: 1. It develops on crystalline igneous rocks in areas of high rainfall. 2. It is found in the eastern and southern parts of the Deccan Plateau. Which of the above mentioned is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Red Soil: 1. It develops a reddish colour due to a wide diffusion of iron in crystalline and metamorphic rocks. 2. It looks yellow when it occurs in a hydrated form. 3. The fine-grained red and yellow soils are poor in fertility. Which of the above statements is/are are incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The coarse-grained red and yellow soils found in dry upland areas are poor in fertility. 2. They are generally rich in nitrogen, phosphorous and humus. Which of the above mentioned is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. It develops in areas with high temperature and high rainfall. 2. It is the result of intense leaching due to tropical rains. 3. It is rich in iron oxide and aluminium compound. The above mentioned characteristics are present in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Laterite soil: 1. They are not suitable for cultivation without fertilizers and manures. 2. They are poor in organic matter, nitrogen, phosphate and calcium. 3. The humus content of the soil is removed fast by bacteria that thrives well in high temperature. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Which of the following soils are more suitable for cashewnut plants and as construction material? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Arid soil: 1. The colour of the soil ranges from deep black to grey. 2. In some areas, common salt is obtained by evaporating the saline water. 3. It is poor and contains little humus and organic matter. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Arid soil: 1. It is generally sandy in structure and saline in nature. 2. Lower horizons of the soil are occupied by 'kankar' layers. 3. It is characteristically developed in eastern Rajasthan. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. It is also known as Usara soil. 2. It does not support any vegetative growth. 3. It occurs in waterlogged and swampy areas. The above mentioned characteristics are present in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Saline soil: 1. It has more salts, largely because of dry climate and poor drainage. 2. Its structure ranges from sandy to loamy. 3. It is rich in sodium, potassium and magnesium. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Western Gujarat 2. Deltas of the eastern coast 3. Sunderban Which of the above area(s) has/have saline soil cover? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The Southwest Monsoon brings salt particles and deposits as a crust in Rann of Kuchchh. 2. Seawater intrusions in the deltas reduce the occurrence of saline soil. Which of the above mentioned is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Intensive cultivation with excessive use of irrigation can make alluvial soil as saline. 2. Excessive irrigation with dry climatic conditions reduces capillary action. 3. Gypsum is added in saline soil to make it cultivable. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. It is found in the areas of heavy rainfall and high humidity. 2. Organic matter in this soil may go even up to 40-50 per cent. 3. This soil is normally heavy and black in colour. The above mentioned characteristics are present in | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about Peaty Soil: 1. It is found in areas of heavy rainfall and high humidity. 2. It occurs in coastal areas of West Bengal, Odisha and Tamil Nadu. 3. Organic matter in this soil may go even up to 40-50 per cent. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements about forest soil : 1. It is loamy and silty on valley sides and coarse-grained in the upper slopes. 2. In the snow-bound areas of the Himalayas, it experiences denudation. 3. The soil found in the lower valleys is acidic with low humus content. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following : 1. Topography 2. Wind velocity 3. Amount of the rainfall Which of the above factors is/are are responsible for soil degradation? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. The rate of removal of fine particles from the surface is the same as the rate of addition of particles to the soil layer. 2. Human activities are also responsible for soil erosion. 3. The destruction of the soil cover is termed as soil erosion. Which of the above statements is/are are incorrect? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Wind erosion is predominant in arid and semi-arid regions. 2. It takes place mainly in the form of sheet and gully erosion. Which of the above mentioned statements is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Sheet erosion removes the finer and more fertile top soil. 2. Gully erosion is common on steep slopes. 3. Gullies cut the agricultural lands into small fragments. Which of the above statements is/are are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. A region with a large number of deep gullies is called a badland topography. 2. Ravines are widely found in Chambal Basin. Which of the above mentioned statements is /are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Arable land in the irrigated zones of India is becoming saline because of overirrigation. 2. Chemical fertilisers in the absence of organic manures are harmful to the soil. 3. Unless the soil gets enough humus, chemicals harden it and reduce its fertility in the long run. Which of the above conditions prevail in areas that were first beneficiaries of the Green Revolution? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Open cultivable lands on slopes from farming 2. Over-grazing 3. Shifting cultivation Which of the above mentioned practices need to be checked for soil conservation? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Contour bunding 2. Contour terracing 3. Cover cropping 4. Mixed farming 5. Crop rotation Which of the above measures can be adopted to prevent soil erosion? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Check dam 2. Terracing 3. Planting cover vegetation Which of the above measures can be adopted to prevent gully erosion? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. As compared to natural disasters, natural hazards are relatively sudden and cause large scale destruction. 2. Every disaster is unique in terms of the local socio-environmental factors. 3. Any event can be classed as disaster when the magnitude of destruction and damage caused by it is very high. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Floods2. Tidal Waves 3. Tropical Cyclone4.Avalanches Which of the above events are classified as Aquatic disasters? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Earthquakes are by far the most predictable and highly destructive of all the natural disasters. 2. Earthquakes that are of tectonic origin have limited area of influence and the scale of damage. 3. Earthquakes associated with volcanic eruption have proved to be the most devastating. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Indian plate is moving at a speed of one centimetre per year towards the north. 2. The movement of Indian plate is constantly obstructed by the Eurasian plate. 3. Excessive accumulation of energy is the reason for earthquakes along the Himalayan arch. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Establishing seismological centres 2. Use of Geographical Positioning System (GPS) 3. Preparing a vulnerability map 4. Adopt earthquake-resistant designs Which of the above mentioned techniques can help in mitigating earthquake? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Sudden displacement of ocean water due to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions is called tsunami. 2. The speed of wave in the ocean is independent of the depth of water. 3. The speed of wave is more in the shallow water than in the ocean deep. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. A ship at sea is not much affected by tsunami. 2. It is difficult to detect a tsunami in the deeper parts of sea. 3. When tsunami enters shallow water, its wave-length gets reduced and the period remains unchanged. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Tropical cyclones are intense high-pressure areas. 2. These are confined between 30° N and 30° S latitudes. 3. A tropical cyclone is energised by the release of latent heat on account of condensation of moisture. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Large and continuous supply of warm and moist air that can release enormous latent heat. 2. Strong Coriolis force that can prevent filling of low pressure at the centre. Which of the above is/are initial conditions for the emergence of a tropical cyclone? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Tropical cyclones are characterised by large pressure gradients. 2. The centre of the cyclone is mostly a warm and low-pressure area. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. With increase in distance from the sea, the force of the cyclone decreases. 2. Storm surge is the abnormal rise in sea level generated by a tropical cyclone. 3. A surge is generated due to interaction of air, sea and land. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Storm surge 2. High intensity rainfall for longer period 3. Melting of snow 4. Presence of eroded material due to soil erosion 5. Reduction in infiltration rate Which of the above mentioned are the reasons for floods? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Indiscriminate deforestation 2. Unscientific agricultural practices 3. Disturbances along the natural drainage channels 4. Colonization of flood-plains Which of the above human actions are responsible for spread of floods? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Cholera, gastro-enteritis, hepatitis are common in flood-affected areas. 2. Every year, floods deposit fertile silt over agricultural fields. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following: 1. Embankments 2. Dams 3. Afforestation 4. Depopulating the flood plains Which of the above can be preventive steps in flood-prone areas? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Meteorological Drought is a prolonged period of inadequate rainfall. 2. Agricultural Drought is characterised by low soil moisture. 3. An area with more than 30 per cent of its gross cropped area under irrigation is drought-prone. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Hydrological drought results when the availability of water in reservoirs falls below what the precipitation can replenish. 2. Hydrological drought is also known as soil moisture drought. Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Inter-linking of rivers 2. Construction of reservoirs and dams 3. Remote sensing and satellite imageries 4. Rainwater harvesting Which of the above can be preventive steps in drought-prone areas? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Afforestation 2. Construction of bunds 3. Terrace farming 4. Construction of roads and dams Which of the above can be preventive steps in landslide prone areas? | ||
| GeographyDate Added: 2022-05-21 Consider the following statements: 1. Rescue and relief operations 2. Preparing vulnerability zoning maps 3. Rehabilitation Arrange the above disaster management steps in chronological order: | ||