Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – November 11, 2022 [Mock Test]
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1. Which of the following could be the reason for Kerala witnessing heavy rainfall in August 2022?
- Westerly winds flowing-in from the Arabian Sea.
- Presence of an east-west shear zone.
- Presence of a north-south trough running between Chhattisgarh and Comorin areas.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
2. With reference to the atmosphere, which of the following statements about the ‘Shear Zone’ is/are correct?
- It is a horizontal zone that can prevail only in the northern hemisphere.
- It allows active winds of high speeds to interact.
- It causes intense drought over the area under its influence.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
3. Consider the following statements:
- The power to create or rename a new district lies with the Centre.
- A district can be abolished by an executive order.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Originally written on
November 13, 2022
and last modified on
November 13, 2022.
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