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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
2 points
Which of the following statements regarding Himalayan ranges and their locations are correct?
⦁ Kangchenjunga is located at the border of India and Nepal in the middle Himalayas.
⦁ Nanda Devi is the second-highest mountain in India and is part of the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
⦁ Kamet is located in the Zaskar Mountain Range.
⦁ Rimo Muztagh is located in the Karakoram Range.
Select the correct answer:
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Ans b)
Statement 1 is incorrect: Kanchenjunga is located at the border of India and Nepal in Greater Himalayas. It is located in Sikkim. It has been inscribed as India’s first “Mixed World Heritage Site” on UNESCO World Heritage List, by fulfilling the nomination criteria under both natural and cultural heritage.
Nanda Devi is the second-highest mountain in India. This mountain is part of the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The surrounding Nanda Devi National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988.
The Kamet is the highest summit in the Zaskar Mountain Range and is second highest mountain summit of Garhwal Himalayas and third highest mountain peak of India.
The Rimo Muztagh is one of the most remote subranges of the Karakoram range.
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Statement 1 is incorrect: Kanchenjunga is located at the border of India and Nepal in Greater Himalayas. It is located in Sikkim. It has been inscribed as India’s first “Mixed World Heritage Site” on UNESCO World Heritage List, by fulfilling the nomination criteria under both natural and cultural heritage.
Nanda Devi is the second-highest mountain in India. This mountain is part of the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, between the Rishiganga valley on the west and the Goriganga valley on the east. The surrounding Nanda Devi National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988.
The Kamet is the highest summit in the Zaskar Mountain Range and is second highest mountain summit of Garhwal Himalayas and third highest mountain peak of India.
The Rimo Muztagh is one of the most remote subranges of the Karakoram range.
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
2 points
Q 52. Which of the following rivers is not a west-flowing river?
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Ans d)
Kabini, a tributary of Kaveri, originates in Kerala and flows eastward.
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Kabini, a tributary of Kaveri, originates in Kerala and flows eastward.
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
2 points
. The Great Northern plains of India are alluvial fertile plains formed by the depositional process of the Himalayan Rivers over a long period of time. Consider the following statements related to it:
⦁ The Terai Plains lies north of the Bhabar plains and is marshy in nature.
⦁ The Bhabar plains consist of gravel and unassorted sediment deposits suitable for cultivation.
⦁ The Bhangar Plains are older alluvial plain which is well-drained.
⦁ The Delta plains are considered as the extension of Khadar land.
Which of the statements is/are incorrect?
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Ans b)
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Terai Plains lies south to the Bhabar tract.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Bhabar tract consists of gravel and un-assorted sediment deposits and is not suitable for cultivation.
The Bhabar Plains lie to the south of Shiwalik from Jammu to Assam. The Bhabar tract consists of gravel and unasserted sediment deposits and is not suitable for cultivation.
The Terai Plains lies south to the Bhabar tract. It is a marshy tract with malarial climate. The width of Teraitract is more in the eastern region.
The Bhangar are older alluvial plain which represents upland alluvial tract. These areas are well-drained and suitable for cultivation.
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Statement 1 is incorrect: The Terai Plains lies south to the Bhabar tract.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Bhabar tract consists of gravel and un-assorted sediment deposits and is not suitable for cultivation.
The Bhabar Plains lie to the south of Shiwalik from Jammu to Assam. The Bhabar tract consists of gravel and unasserted sediment deposits and is not suitable for cultivation.
The Terai Plains lies south to the Bhabar tract. It is a marshy tract with malarial climate. The width of Teraitract is more in the eastern region.
The Bhangar are older alluvial plain which represents upland alluvial tract. These areas are well-drained and suitable for cultivation.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
2 points
With reference to the Himalayan ranges, which of the following statements
is/are correct?
⦁ The Shiwaliks are consolidated sands, gravels and conglomerate deposits brought by the rivers flowing from the higher ranges.
⦁ Most of the Dun and Duars are located in the Middle Himalayas.
⦁ Ladakh & Karakoram Range belongs to Trans-Himalayan Range.
⦁ Namcha Barwa mountain peak is located in Himalayan region of Arunachal Pradesh.
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Ans d)
Statement 2 is incorrect: Duns and Duars are located in the Shiwalik range of Himalayas.
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Statement 2 is incorrect: Duns and Duars are located in the Shiwalik range of Himalayas.
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
2 points
“Mass Movement is an exogenic process involving the movement of weathered material down the slope”. In this context, consider the following statements:
⦁ No geomorphic agent participates in the process of the mass movements.
⦁ Slumping occurs when the soil is completely saturated with water.
⦁ Soil creep is a slow and continuous type of mass movement.
Which of the statements is/are correct
Correct
Ans c)
Statement 2 is incorrect: Slumping occurs where permeable rock layers over lie impermeable strata.
Several kinds of mass movements are:
Soil Creep:
This is slow, gradual but continuous movement of soil down the hillslope.
Soil Flow/ Solifluction:
When the soil is completely saturated with water, the individual particles are completely suspended in water and move easily over one another and over the underlying rocks. The soil acts like a liquid and soil flow or a mudflow occurs.
Landslides (Slumping/Sliding):
These are very rapid kind of movements and occur when a large mass of soil or rock fall suddenly. They usually occur on steep slopes such as in mountain or a cliff.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
2 points
Which of the following phenomenon happens when the sun shines vertically over the Tropic of Capricorn in the southern hemisphere?
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Ans a)
High pressure develops over North-western India due to low temperatures when the sun shines vertically over the Tropic of Capricorn in the southern hemisphere.
The weather in this season is characterized by feeble high-pressure conditions over the northern plain. In south India, the air pressure is slightly lower.
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High pressure develops over North-western India due to low temperatures when the sun shines vertically over the Tropic of Capricorn in the southern hemisphere.
The weather in this season is characterized by feeble high-pressure conditions over the northern plain. In south India, the air pressure is slightly lower.
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
2 points
Match the following temperate grasslands with the regions in which they are found:
List I List II
A. Pampas 1. Australia
B. Velds 2. Argentina
C. Downs 3. Hungary
D. Pustaz 4. South Africa
Select the correct answer:
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Ans a)
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Ans a)
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
2 points
Ocean currents are large masses of surface water that circulate in regular patterns around the oceans. In this regard, consider the following statements:
⦁ North Indian Ocean demonstrates the dominant effect of winds on ocean current circulation.
⦁ Salinity differences play no role in influencing ocean currents.
⦁ Cape Sao Roque divides the equatorial current into Brazilian and Cayenne Current.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
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Ans c)
Statement 2 is incorrect: Salinity differences also influence the circulation of ocean currents.
Factors Influencing Ocean Currents:
The Planetary Winds:
The planetary winds are probably the dominant influence on the flow of ocean currents.
Temperatures:
There is much difference in the temperature of ocean waters at the equator and at the poles.
As warm water is lighter and rises and cold water is denser and sinks, warm equatorial waters move slowly along the surface poleward, while the heavier cold waters of the Polar Regions creep slowly along the bottom of the sea equator wards.
Salinity:
Waters of high salinity are denser than waters of low salinity. Hence waters of low salinity flow on the surface of waters of high salinity while waters of high salinity flow at the bottom towards waters of low salinity.
The earth’s Rotation:
The earth’s rotation deflects freely moving objects, including ocean currents, to the right.
Land:
A landmass always obstructs and diverts a current.
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Ans c)
Statement 2 is incorrect: Salinity differences also influence the circulation of ocean currents.
Factors Influencing Ocean Currents:
The Planetary Winds:
The planetary winds are probably the dominant influence on the flow of ocean currents.
Temperatures:
There is much difference in the temperature of ocean waters at the equator and at the poles.
As warm water is lighter and rises and cold water is denser and sinks, warm equatorial waters move slowly along the surface poleward, while the heavier cold waters of the Polar Regions creep slowly along the bottom of the sea equator wards.
Salinity:
Waters of high salinity are denser than waters of low salinity. Hence waters of low salinity flow on the surface of waters of high salinity while waters of high salinity flow at the bottom towards waters of low salinity.
The earth’s Rotation:
The earth’s rotation deflects freely moving objects, including ocean currents, to the right.
Land:
A landmass always obstructs and diverts a current.
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
2 points
“The climatic conditions of India can be best described in terms of an annual cycle of seasons”. In this context, consider the following statements:
⦁ A decrease in prevailing night temperature indicates the arrival of western disturbances.
⦁ October Heat is characterized by oppressive weather due to high heat and humidity.
⦁ The Arabian Sea branch of South-West Monsoon after crossing the Aravalis cause rainfall in north-east India.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
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Ans b)
Statement 1 is incorrect: An increase in prevailing night temperature indicates the arrival of western disturbances.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Much of rainfall in north-east is caused by Bay of Bengal branch as the Aravallis block the Arabian Sea branch from reaching there.
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Statement 1 is incorrect: An increase in prevailing night temperature indicates the arrival of western disturbances.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Much of rainfall in north-east is caused by Bay of Bengal branch as the Aravallis block the Arabian Sea branch from reaching there.
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
2 points
Which of the following statements is/are incorrect?
⦁ Rotation of earth and its tilted axis is responsible for changes in season.
⦁ Cloudiness means more insolation for earth.
⦁ More the greenhouse gases more will be the insolation.
Select the correct answer:
Correct
Ans d)
Statement 1 is incorrect: Revolution of earth and its tilted axis is responsible for seasons. Seasons change due to the change in the position of the earth around the sun.
Statement 2 incorrect: The transparency of the atmosphere depends upon the cloud cover and its thickness, dust particles, water vapor, etc. They reflect, absorb or transmit insolation. Thick cloud hinders the solar radiation to reach the earth’s surface.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Insolation is not affected by the presence of greenhouse gases.
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Ans d)
Statement 1 is incorrect: Revolution of earth and its tilted axis is responsible for seasons. Seasons change due to the change in the position of the earth around the sun.
Statement 2 incorrect: The transparency of the atmosphere depends upon the cloud cover and its thickness, dust particles, water vapor, etc. They reflect, absorb or transmit insolation. Thick cloud hinders the solar radiation to reach the earth’s surface.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Insolation is not affected by the presence of greenhouse gases.
