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GEOGRAPHY MOCK TEST

Note: All questions are compulsory in nature. Choose only one correct answer.
Max Marks: 200 Max Time: 3 hours

Q 1. The source of magma in earth lies in

(a) Upper crust
(b) Mid-oceanic ridges
(c) Upper mantle
(d) Outer core of Earth

Q 2. Delta is a triangular relief features formed by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of the
River. The conditions that favour the formation of deltas are:
1. Active vertical and lateral erosion in the lower course of the river to supply large amount
ofsediments.
2. Shallow sea, adjoining the delta
3. Strong current at the river mouth which leads to formation of tides.
Select the correct code:
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Only 1 and 3
(d) Only 1 and 2

Q 3. Identify the countries in descending order with respect to total number of time zones
(a) France, Australia, Canada, China
(b) Canada, Australia, France, China
(c) Australia, China, Canada France
(d) China, France, Australia, Canada

Q 4. Consider the following statements:

1. The density of the material decreases from crust to core
2. Lithosphere is a part of both crust and mantle.
3. Mantle is sometimes referred to as nife layer.
Which of the above mentioned statements is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 2 only

Q 5. Consider the following statements. Which of the following statements is/are true?
1. The P-waves are analogous to sound waves
2. P- waves are more destructive
3. The shadow zone of S wave is much larger than P waves
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

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Q 6. Consider the following statements in the context of earthquakes. Which of the statements
is/are true?
1. The point where energy is released is called focus of an earthquake
2. The velocity of Surface Waves remain constant every medium they travel
3. Reservoir induced earthquakes are anthropogenic
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 3 only

Q 7. With reference to plate tectonics consider the following. Which of the statements is/ are
true?
1. Plates move horizontally over asthenosphere as rigid units.
2. Himalayas are the result of Indo Australian plate colliding with Eurasian Plate
3. Position of Indian Sub-continent (Mostly Peninsular India) is traced back with the help of Rocks
analyzed from the Nagpur area.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All the above

Q 8. The age of rocks is youngest at

(a) The East Pacific Rise spreading Margin
(b) The Peru-Chile Trench where the Nazca Plate is being sub-ducted
(c) The continental areas away from the mountain ranges
(d) The central region of Africa where no tectonic activity has taken place

Q 9. Which of the following factors would increase the chemical weathering rate?
1. Rainfall
2. Temperature
3. Organic Activity
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All the above

Q 10. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

1. All changes in climate and weather take place in troposphere.
2. CO2 and Water Vapour are limited to troposphere
3. The proportion of gases change in the higher layers of the atmosphere
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 11. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

1. Maximum insolation is received over the subtropical deserts, where the cloudiness is the least.

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2. Equator receives comparatively less insolation than the tropics.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q 12. With referene to dust particles in atmosphere,Which of the following statement(s) is/are
true?
1. Absence of dust particles allow the terrestrial radiation to escape rapidly
2. They are mostly concentrated in the upper layers of the atmosphere
3. Smog caused due to presence of dust particles
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1,2 and 3
(b) 1and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1and 2 only

Q 13. More cyclones occur over Bay of Bengal as compared to Arabian Sea.In this regard,Which of
the following statement(s) is/are true?
1. Arabian Sea temperatures are not high enough to form large number of cyclone
2. More number of rivers drains into the Bay of Bengal sea
3. Presence of Indonesian archipelago
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Q 14. Which of the following conditions are favorable for formation and intensification of the
tropical storms.
1. Large sea surface with temperature higher than 27 degree c.
2. Absence of the carioles force.
3. Small variation in the vertical wind speed.
4. Pre-existing weak low pressure area.
5. Upper divergence above the sea level system.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1,3,4 and 5 only
(b) 2,3,4 and 5 only
(c) 1,2,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,3 and 4 only

Q 15. Arrange the following Vegetation types in descending order of their Albedo
1. Tropical deciduous
2. Savannah
3. Desert
4. Taiga
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 4-1-3-2
(b) 1-3-2-4
(c) 2-1-4-3

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(d) 3-2-1-4

Q 16. With reference to occurrence of Tornadoes.Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?
1. A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the earth
and a cumulonimbus cloud.
2. Tornadoes generally occur in middle latitudes.
3. The tornado over the sea is called water sprouts.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) Only 1 and 2 only
(b) Only 2 and 3 only
(c) Only 1 and 3 only
(d) All of the above

Q 17. Variation of temperature is governed by which of the following factors:

1. Latitude
2. Altitude
3. Ocean currents and winds
4. Vegetation and soil
5. Slope of the land
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1,3 and 5 only
(b) 1,2,3 and 4 only
(c) 3,4 and 5 only
(d) 1,2,3,4 and 5

Q 18. Which of the following factors is not associated with Insolation at the Surface of Earth?
(a) Rotation of earth on its axis
(b) Angle of inclination of the suns rays
(c) Transparency of the atmosphere
(d) None of the above

Q 19. Read the following two statements Assertion (A) and Reason (R) and indicate your answer
using the codes given below:
A.Tropical cyclones are not formed at the equator.
R. The Coriolis Force is almost zero at the equator and progressively increases towards high
latitudes.
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(c) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(d) (A) is false, (R) is true.

Q 20. The actual moisture content of a sample of air as a percentage of that contained in same
volume of saturated air at same temperature is known as ?
(a) Absolute humidity
(b) Relative humidity
(c) Specific humidity
(d) Vapour pressure

Q 21. Deserts such as Sahara are generally found between 20o and 30oN latitudes in western parts
of the continents. This is because these regions-
(a) Are very hot throughout the year

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(b) Have offshore winds throughout the year

(c) Have warm offshore currents
(d) Lie in the areas of doldrums

Q 22. Which of the following can cause landslide?

1. Volcanic disturbances
2. Lubricating action of Rainwater
3. A steep slope undercut by a river or a sea
4. Steepening the slopes in road and rail cuttings
Select the correct answer using the codes below
(a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

Q 23. The world major commercial fishing grounds are located in the-
(a) Equatorial waters
(b) Temperate waters of tropical seas
(c) Warm waters of ocean in southern hemisphere
(d) cool waters of the northern hemisphere in
comparatively higher latitudes

Q 24. Rain-shadow deserts are created when moisture from the ocean condenses on one side of a
mountain range. Which of the following is/are rain shadow deserts?
1. Mojave desert
2. Atacama desert
3. Iranian desert
4. Patagonian desert
5. Namib Desert.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 2,3, and 5 only
(b) 1,4 and 5 only
(c) 1,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 only

Q 25. The Equatorial Forests of the Amazon Basin in South America are known as
(a) Tundra
(b) Pampa
(c) Selvas
(d) Taiga

Q 26. Which of the following countries does not border the Caspian sea
(a) Armenia
(b) Kazakhstan
(c) Turkmenistan
(d) Azerbaijan

Q 27. Indian Ocean observes a strange phenomenon of Reversal of direction of oceanic current.
Which of the following is chiefly responsible for it?
(a) 23.1/2 tilt of the earth
(b) Dominance of Monsoon winds in North Indian Ocean

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(c) Existence of Indian Peninsula

(d) Indian Ocean is enclosed by Asian landmass while other oceans are open

Q 28. Match the following currents with oceans they originate in Currents Oceans
A. Canaries Current 1. South Atlantic Ocean
B. Oyashio-Bering 2. North Atlantic Ocean
C. Agulhas Current 3. North Pacific Ocean
D. Benguela Current 4. South Pacific Ocean
5. Indian Ocean
Which of the following code is correct match?
(a) A-1, B-3, C-2, D-5
(b) A-2, B-3, C-5, D-1
(c) A-1, B-4, C-2, D-5
(d) A-2, B-4, C-5, D-1

Q 29. Consider the following statements about Equatorial Forest:

1. Equatorial Forests are large source of Timber export.
2. It has thin canopy, providing large penetration of Sunlight and dense growth on ground.
3. Shifting cultivation is widely followed in the Equatorial Regions.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

Q 30. Consider the following features regarding a type of climate:

1. They are entirely confined to the western portion of the continent, limited between 30 degree to
45 degree North and South of the equator.
2. The basic cause for this climate is shifting of wind belts.
3. It receives most of the rain in winters and lesser rain in the summer.
Which of the following climate type possess above characteristics?
(a) Hot Equatorial Climate
(b) Monsoon Climate
(c) Marine Climate
(d) Mediterranean Climate

Q 31. Arrange the following passes from west to east.

1. Bomdi La
2. Zoji La
3. Shipki La
4. Bara Lacha La
5. Bum La
Select the correct option using the codes given below
(a) 2,4,3,5,1
(b) 2,3,4,1,5
(c) 1,4,5,2, 3
(d) 5,1,4,3,2

Q 32. The Himachal or lesser Himalayas consists of which of the following ranges
1. Pirpanjal
2. Mahabharat

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3. Zaskar
4. Shiwalik
Select the correct option using the codes below
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

Q 33. The Part of Himalayas lying between Satluj and Kali river is known as
(a) Punjab Himalayas
(b) Kumaun Himalayas
(c) Nepal Himalayas
(d) Assam Himalayas

Q 34. Which of the statements is true regarding River Godavari?

1. It is rises in Western Ghats
2. Its important tributaries include Purna and Sabari
3. It passes through Eastern Ghats
Select the correct answer using the codes below
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 35. The following statements refers to which drainage pattern

1. Primary tributaries of river flow parallel to each other
2. Secondary tributaries of the river join at right angles
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(a) Dendritic
(b) Radial
(c) Trellis
(d) Centripetal

Q 36. Directions: ln the question given below are two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and
Reason (R)
Assertion: West flowing rivers of peninsular India have no deltas.
Reason: These rivers donot carry any alluvial sediments.
In the context of the two statements, which of the following is correct?
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true but R is false
(d) A is false but R is true

Q 37. Consider the following statements

1. Duars are famous for tea gardens
2. The cold desert of Kashmir lies between the Great Himalayas and Pir Panjal Range
3. Barchans are crescent shaped sand dunes
Which of the above staements is/are true ?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only

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(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q 38. Match the following

River : Source
A. Indus 1.Verinag
B. Jhelum 2.Tandi
C. Chenab 3.Rohtang Pass
D. Ravi 4.Glacier near Bokhar Chu
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
(a) A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4
(b) A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1
(c) A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4
(d) A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3

Q 39. Consider the following statement

1. The river basin of Tapti lies in Maharashtra and Gujarat Only.
2. Mondovi and Poonani are the two important rivers of Goa.
3. Vaitarna and Bedti are west flowing rivers.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1,2 and 3
(d) None of the Above

Q 40. Consider the following statements w.r.t Water Divide

1. The boundary line separate one drainage basin from the other is known as water shed
2. In Southern India the water divide is nearly parallel to the Western Ghats.
3. In north India the water divide lies between the Sutlej and River Ganga
Which of the above statements is/are true ?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 41. Consider the following statements regarding River Brahmaputra,

1. It enters India west of Sadiya town in Arunachal Pradesh
2. Its major left bank tributaries are Subansiri and Kameng
3. After merging with Teesta it is called as Padma
Which of the above statements is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 42. Consider the following statements

1. India shares its longest international boundary with China
2. Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and West Bengal share their boundary with Bhutan
Which of the above mentioned statements are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2

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(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q 43. Consider the following statements

1. Karbi Anglong and Meghalaya plateau in the northeast and Rajasthan in the west are the
extensions of Peninsular block
2. Narmada and Tapi are the only rivers flowing in rift valley
3. The river valleys of peninsular block are profound with low gradient
Which of the above mentioned statements are NOT correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q 44. Consider the following statements w.r.t Himalayan river system

1. The rivers flowing through northern mountains are involved in depositional work
2. In the lower course, due to steep slope, the velocity of the river increases which results in
the formation of riverine islands
3. The river in their lower course split into numerous channels due to deposition of silt, these
channels are known as tributaries
Which of the above given statements is/are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 45. Consider the following statements

1. Meander is a typical feature associated with youthful stage of a river
2. River Jhelum in its youth stage forms meanders
Which of the above given statements is/are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 nor 2
(d)Neither1 nor 2

Q 46. Consider the following statements:

1. Andaman and Nicobar islands receive convectional rainfall
2. Nine degree channel separates Kavaratti Island and Andrott Island
3. The only active volcano in India is situated in the Andaman Islands
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1 and 2 only

Q 47. Which of the following statements are true regarding gorge

1. They are formed due to active down cutting of valley during the youthful stage of fluvial cycle of
erosion.
2. It is wider at its top than at its bottom.
3. River Sutlej, the Indus and the Brahmaputra are the only rivers having deep cut gorges in
Himalayas.
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(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

48. Consider the following statements regarding Western Coastal plains

1. They are a product of submergence of land.
2. They are drained by several short and swift streams which donot form deltas.
3. Kayals and Teris are the important feature of Konkan plains.
Which of the above mentioned statements is/are true?
(a)1,2 and 3
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Q 49. Which of the following is are advantages of interlinking of rivers?

1. Improved irrigation facility
2. Generation of hydro power
3. Flood control
4. Improve health of surplus river basins
Select the correct answer using the codes below
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c) 2,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

Q 50. During winter season in India, which of the following can be the reasons for the excessive
cold in North India?
1. North India being far away from the moderating influence of sea.
2. Snowfall in the nearby Himalayan ranges
3. Westerlies from the Mediterranean bring cold wave along with frost and fog
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q 51. In the given question, there are two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion: Southern branch of western Jet stream exercises an important influence on winter
weather in India
Reason: Great Himalayas act as a barrier in the path of these jet streams
Mark your answer as
(a) If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) If A is true but R is false
(d) If A is false but R is true

Q 52. South-West Monsoon in India is guided by

1. Trade Winds
2. Western Disturbances
3. Low pressure trough created over India

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Select the correct answer using the codes below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1 and 3 only

Q 53. The physiography or relief of India affects which of the following climatic variables?
1. Temperature
2. Tropical Cyclones
3. Direction and speed of wind
4. Amount and distribution of rainfall
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q 54. Agra and Darjeeling are located on the same latitude, but temperature in January month in
Agra is high as compared to Darjeeling. Which of the following could be the reason?
(a) Continentality
(b) Altitude
(c) Relief
(d) Precipitation due to Western Disturbances

Q 55. Consider the following about the mechanism of Weather changes in the Summer Season in
India.
1. The Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) shifts northwards
2. Easterly jet stream withdraws from the Indian region.
3. The westerly jet stream steers the tropical depression into India
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 56. Consider the following statements regarding El Nino.

1. It refers to appearance of warm current along the coast of Peru
2. El Nino is used in India for forecasting long range monsoon rainfall
Which of the above given statements are NOT correct
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2
(d) None

Q 57. Which of the following is responsible for burst of monsoon in India.

(a) Westerly Jets stream
(b) Easterly Jet stream
(c) Trade winds
(d) Apparent shift of ITCZ southwards

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Q 58. Climate of India is referred as monsoon type. In this context which of the following factors
determine the climate of India:
1. Inter Tropical Convergence zone
2. Thermal Contrast
3. Inflow of western cyclones
4. The Himalayan Mountains
Select the correct answer using the codes give below
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1,2 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

Q 59. Which of the follwing statements is/are true ?

1. The maximum rainfall due to south west monsoon is received along the Malabar Coast
2. West Bengal, Orissa, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and North-East India receive minor precipitation
from the northeast monsoon
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q 60. Break in Monsoon refers to failure of rainfall after few days of rain. In this context, the
breaksin different regions are due to?
1. Wind blowing parallel to the coast in Western coastal areas.
2. The appearance of the Western Tropical Cyclones from the Arabian Sea
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q 61. Consider the following statements w.r.t local storms of hot weather season.
1. Nor Westers are violent thunderstorms useful for jute and rice cultivation.
2. Blossom showers are useful for coffee plantation in Kerala
3. Mango showers are useful for early ripening of Alphonso mango in Maharashtra.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3 only

Q 62. Although Coromandal coast remains dry during southwest monsoon, western Tamilnadu
receives greater rainfall from the same. What could be the reason?
1. Western Tamilnadu fall under the wind ward side of Western Ghats
2. Southwest monsoon enters Western Tamilnadu through the gap between Nilgiris and Anaimalai
hills.
3. Bay of Bengal branch of south west monsoon shreds rainfall on the western Tamilnadu
Select the correct option using the given codes below
(a)1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only

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(c) 3 only
(d) None

Q 63. Consider the following statements regarding Western cyclonic disturbances:

1. They originate over the Mediterranean sea and are brought into India by the Westerly Jet stream
2. An abnormal decrease in the prevailing night temperature generally indicates the arrival of these
disturbances
Which of the above statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2
(d) None

Q 64. Which of the following statements are correct regarding red and yellow soil?
1. In dry season, these soils develop wide cracks and there occurs a kind of self ploughing
2. Red and yellow soil mainly found in the deltaic regions especially in the eastern coast of India
3. They are poor in nitrogen and phosphorous.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3 only

Q 65. Which of the following types of vegetation can be found in Himalayas?

1. Subtropical ever green
2. Deciduous forests
3. Coniferous Forests
4. Tropical Thorn forest
5. Littoral and swampy forest
Select the correct answer using the codes below
(a) 1, 2, and 3only
(b) 2, 3 and 5 only
(c) 1, 2 ,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3,4 and 5

Q 66. In India, wetlands can be found in

1. Gulf of Kutch
2. Lagoons of Indias east coast
3. Floodplains of the Brahmaputra
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q 67. Consider the following statements.

1. Its vegetation includes dry scrubs, dry and moist deciduous, wet evergreen forests, sholas,
grasslands and swamps.
2. It includes the largest known population of two endangered animal species, namely the Nilgiri
Tahr and the Lion-tailed macaque.
3. A majority of the flowering plants reported from the Western Ghats occur here.

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The above refer to?

(a) Periyar National Park
(b) Eravikulam National Park
(c) Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
(d) Palani Hills National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary

Q 68. Consider the following statements regarding season of Retreating Monsoon in India:
1. It is much more gradual than the abrupt changes associated with the onset of summer monsoon
2. Subtropical westerly jet stream reappears over the north eastern end of Himalayas
3. North east monsoon is a part of retreating monsoon
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Q 69. Consider the following statements

1. The soil is generally clayey, deep and impermeable
2. This soil is rich in Lime, Iron, Magnesia and Alumina
3. It helps the rainfed crops sustain even in during summer season
The above statements refer to which soil type:
(a) Alluvial Soil
(b) Laterite Soil
(c) Black soil
(d) Arid Soil

Q 70. What can possibly happen if the sun shines vertically above the Tropic of Capricorn in the
southern hemisphere?
(a) Low pressure develops over North-western India due to high temperatures.
(b) The ITCZ shifts north-westwards.
(c) It increases the probability of occurrence of El-nino and La-nina in India.
(d) High pressure develops over North-western India due to low temperatures.

Q 71. Which of the following are the factors responsible for declining forest cover?
1. Clearing of forest for raw materials
2. Shifting Cultivation
3. Overgrazing
4. Forest fires
Choose the correct answer using the codes below
(a) 1,2 and 3
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2 ,3 and 4 only

Q 72. Which of the following is/are the characteristics of Indian soils?

1. Most soils are young and mature
2. Indian soils are largely deficient in nitrogen, mineral salts, humus and other organic materials.
3. There is urgent need of giving scientific treatment as soils have lost much of their fertility.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only

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(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1,2 and 3 only

Q 73. In the Continental Drift Theory, Wegener suggested that the movement responsible for the
drifting of the continents was caused by pole-fleeing force and tidal force. What is pole- fleeing
force?
(a) The force created by centrifugal force from the Earth's rotation and by the bulge at the slightly
flattened Earth's equator.
(b) The force created by centripetal force from the Earth's rotation and by the bulge at the slightly
flattened Earth's equator.
(c) The force created by centrifugal force from the Earth's rotation and attraction between Sun &
Earth.
(d) The force created by centrifugal force from the Earth's rotation and attraction between Moon &
Earth.

Q 74. Which of the following method is used for determining the rate of motion of oceanic plates?
(a) By ocean-floor magnetic strip which records the flip-flops in the Earth's magnetic field.
(b) By geologic mapping studies.
(c) By means of ground-based or space-based geodetic measurements.
(d) All of the above.

Q 75. Which of the following statement is/are true?

1. Rotation of earth and its tilted axis is responsible for changes in season.
2. Cloudiness means more insolation for earth.
3. More the green house gases more will be the insolation.
Codes:
(a) Only 1
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) None

Q 76. Which of the following statements related to the salinity is/are correct?
1. North Sea records higher salinity due to more saline water brought by the North Atlantic Drift.
2. Red Sea records lower salinity due to enormous fresh water influx by rivers.
3. Mediterranean Sea records higher salinity due to high evaporation.
Codes:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) All

Q 77. Which of the following statements with reference to the different methods of 'soil
conservation' is/are correct?
1. In contour barriers method, ploughing is done parallel to the contours of a hill slope to form a
natural barrier for water to flow down the slope.
2. In shelter belts method, rows of trees are planted to check the wind movement to protect soil
cover, mainly in the coastal and dry regions.
Codes:
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both

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(d) None

Q 78. Which of the following statements correctly depicts the impact of El-Nino on the Peruvian
coast?
1. Reduction in the amount of planktons.
2. Occurrence of drought.
3. The location of tropical storms shifts westward from coast.
Codes:
(a) Only 1
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3
(d) All

Q 79. Which of the following are the breeding grounds for temperate cyclone?
1. South-east Caribbean region
2. Mexican Gulf
3. Mediterranean basin extending up to Russia
4. North-west Australia
Codes:
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 3 and 4
(d) 1, 3 and 4

Q 80. Which of the pair(s) is/are correctly matched?

1. Albedo: the percentage of the reflected amount of solar radiation from earth.
2. Inversion of Temperature: decrease of temperature with increase in height.
3. Terrestrial radiation : long wave radiation absorbed by the greenhouse gases.
Codes:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 1 and 3
(c) Only 3
(d) All

Q 81. Which of the following statements regarding laterite soils of India are correct?
1. The laterite soil develops in areas with high temperature and heavy rainfall.
2. Due to high tropical rains iron oxide and silica get leached out.
3. Red laterite soils are more suitable for crops like sugarcane, wheat and cashew nuts.
4. Humus content of the soil is low because most of the micro-organisms get destroyed due to high
temperature.
Codes:
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1 and 4
(d) 2 and 3

Q 82. Which of the following is/are true in the context of 'rock cycle'?
1. Metamorphic rocks through continuous denudation changes into Igneous rocks.
2. Sedimentary rocks upon melting in the interior changes into metamorphic rocks.
3. Igneous rocks under high pressure and heat transformed into metamorphic rocks.
Codes:

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(a) Only 1
(b) 2 and 3
(c) Only 3
(d) None

Q 83. Which of the following statement is/are true about the ocean currents?
1. Pressure gradient, temperature and salinity differences lead to formation of Ocean currents.
2. Ocean currents help in navigation and influence the weather of the region.
3. Unlike winds they are not influenced by coriolis force.
Codes:
(a) Only 1 (b) 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 3 (d) All

Q 84. Which of the following statements is/are true regarding the Himalayan Fold Mountains?
1. They are the oldest mountain ranges in the world.
2. They are located in the regions of high seismic activity and convergent plate boundary.
3. They are formed generally by the sedimentary rocks and contain fossils
Codes:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) Only 3
(d) None

Q 85. Which of the following are the favourable factors for the formation of tropical cyclones?
1. Small enclosed sea with surface temperature above 27 degree C.
2. Upper divergence above the sea level system.
3. Minimum level of vertical wind shear between the upper and lower layers of the troposphere.
4. Presence of coriolis force.
Codes:
(a) 3 and 4
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) None
(d) All

Q 86. "Climate is continental type with extreme temperatures, annual rainfall is moderate,
ideal for growth of grass and the people have successfully harnessed technology to utilize their
rich natural resources." The above statement best describes which of the following regions?
(a) African Savannah
(b) Central Asian Steppe
(c) North American Prairie
(d) Siberian Tundra

Q 87. Consider the following statements related to the oceanic crust:

1. Oceanic crust is lighter than the continental crust.
2. Oceanic crust is made up of basalt and granite.
3. Oceanic crust is much younger than the continental crust.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) 2 and 3
(c) Only 3
(d) All

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Q 88. Which of the following statements is/are true about 'humidity'?

1. Actual amount of water vapour present in the atmosphere is known as relative humidity and
expressed as grams per cubic metre.
2. The ability to hold moisture by air depends on the temperature.
3. Relative humidity is greater over continents compared to oceans.
Codes:
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) 2 and 3
(d) All

Q 89. Consider the following statements regarding River Chenab:

1. Source of this river is Bara lacha pass.
2. It is the largest tributary of river Indus.
3. The waters of Chenab were allocated to Pakistan under the terms of the Indus Water Treaty.
4. River Chandra is an upper tributary of river Chenab.
Which of the above statements are true?
(a) 2 and 4
(b) 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2 and 4
(d) All

Q 90. Which of the following factors determine the salinity of ocean?

1. Both evaporation and precipitation
2. Draining of rivers into sea
3. Ice melting near sea
4. Ocean currents
5. Wind system
Codes:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 3 and 5
(d) All

Q 91. Which of the following characteristics are associated with ITCZ?

1. It is a convergence zone of sub-tropical easterlies and sub-tropical westerlies.
2. It is characterized by rising air which produces thunderstorms.
3. Shift of the ITCZ is a pre-requisite for onset of monsoon in India.
Codes:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) Only 3
(d) All

Q 92. Consider the following statements related to the Monsoon in India:

1. Tamil Nadu receives rain during winters because it is situated parallel to the Bay of Bengal branch
of S-W monsoon.
2. Monsoon Rainfall in India is governed by relief or topography of the region.
3. Monsoon Rainfall has a declining trend with increasing distance from the sea.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are true?

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(a) Only 1
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) All

Q 93. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true regarding DUARS?

1. Duars are the floodplains and foothills of the eastern Himalayas around Bhutan.
2. Duars are famous for tea gardens and Orchids.
3. Teesta and Sankosh River flows through it.
Codes:
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 2
(d) All

Q 94. Which of the following factors make North- East India more suitable for tea plantation?
1. Thick soil cover with high organic content.
2. Distributed rainfall throughout the year.
3. Mild winters
Codes:
(a) Only 3
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) All

Q 95. Consider the following statements related to the features of cold front:
1. The stable cold front forms cumulonimbus clouds.
2. As the cold front approaches, the atmospheric pressure drops.
Which of the above stated characteristics is/ are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both
(d) None

Q 96. Which of the following is true about Himalayan rivers ?

1. Himalayan rivers are antecedent ones.
2. These are in their old stage.
3. Their sources of water are in glaciers only.
Codes:
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) 2 and 3
(d) All

Q 97. Which of the following river is not a west flowing river?

(a) Kalinadi
(b) Palar
(c) Bharathapuzha
(d) Dhandhar

Q 98. In which one of the following environments does one expect the presence of dispersed rural

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settlements?
(a) Alluvial plains of Ganga
(b) Forests and hills in north-east
(c) Lower valleys of Himalayas
(d) Arid and semi-arid regions of Rajasthan

Q 99. Which of the following types of cultivation is/are practiced mainly near urban centres?
1. Truck farming
2. Dairy farming
3. Mixed farming
4. Horticulture
Codes:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2 and 4
(d) All

Q 100. Consider the following statements related to the Sea Ports in India:
1. Vishakhapatnam Port: land-locked harbour.
2. Marmagao Port: Queen of the Arabian Sea.
3. Kochchi Port: on head of Vembanad Kayal.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3
(d) All

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