11. From which of the following sources the maximum water supply is given to the Indian agriculture?
[A] Rivers
[B] Wells
[C] Monsoon rains
[D] Desalinised marine water
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Correct Answer: C [Monsoon rains]
Notes:
The two main sources of water in India are rainfall and glacial snowmelt in the Himalayas. Although snow and glaciers are poor producers of freshwater, they are good distributors as they yield at the time of need, in the hot season.
12. According to the ancient Indian geographical concept, ‘Bharatvarsha’ was a part of which of the following dweepas?
[A] Pushkaradweepa
[B] Jambudweepa
[C] Kraunchadweepa
[D] Kushdweepa
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Correct Answer: B [Jambudweepa]
Notes:
The Jambudweepa and Bhartavarsha were part of same island as per Vedic cosmology. According to our Indian geography in the ancient times, the entire landmass in the northern hemisphere was encircled by ocean in all the directions. This giant land mass on earth was called Jambudvipa. In Sanskrit language dwipa means an Island. Jambudweep is the first Island among the innumerable concentric Islands of the Middle Universe.
13. Which among the following South Indian states shared its boundary with the maximum number of other states?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: D [Karnataka]
Notes:
The state Karnataka shared its boundary with six other states viz, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Goa.
14. Which series of the Dharwar geological system is alternatively referred to as the “Delhi Series”?
[A] Chilpi Series
[B] Rialo Series
[C] Champion Series
[D] Khondolite Series
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Correct Answer: B [Rialo Series]
Notes:
The Rialo Series is part of the Dharwar geological system and is also known as the Delhi Series. The Dharwar system is the second oldest Precambrian rock system in India. It was formed approximately 2.6 billion years ago in the regions of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. It was named after the city of Dharwad, where these rocks are most prominently found.
15. Which of the following earthquake of India happened due to the construction of the dam?
[A] Rann of Kutch earthquake 1819
[B] Koyna Earthquake Of 1967
[C] Assam earthquake of 1897
[D] Uttarkashi Earthquake 1991
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Correct Answer: B [Koyna Earthquake Of 1967]
Notes:
Koyna Earthquake Of 1967 (10th December) happened due to the construction of the dam. After the incident, Koyna was listed in the seismic zone IV.
16. The coastal plain between the Kolleru and Pulicat lake is known as by which of the following name?
[A] Utkal Plain
[B] Konkan Plain
[C] Andhra Plain
[D] Coromandal Plain
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Correct Answer: C [Andhra Plain]
Notes:
The coastal plain between the Kolleru and Pulicat lake is known as Andhra Plain. It is a very fertile tract.
17. The Mt. Everest is situated in which of the following region?
[A] Nepal Himalayas
[B] Assam Himalayas
[C] Punjab Himalayas
[D] Kashmir Haimalayas
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Correct Answer: A [Nepal Himalayas]
Notes:
The Mt. Everest is situated in Nepal Himalayas. It is the highest mountain (8,848 meters) above sea level.
18. Which of the following matches of states and their highest peaks are correct?
1. West Bengal- Sandakphu
2. Tamil Nadu- Doddabetta
3. Kerala- Anamudi
4. Maharashtra- Kalsubai
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Some of the states and their highest peaks- West Bengal- Sandakphu (3,636 meters), Tamil Nadu- Doddabetta (2,636 meters), Kerala- Anamudi (2,695 meters), Maharashtra- Kalsubai (1,646 meters).
19. Which of the following is known as the “Ooty of Vellore”?
[A] Javadi Hills
[B] Kilkunda
[C] Melagiri
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Javadi Hills]
Notes:
Javadi Hills is known as the “Ooty of Vellore”. It is located in the state of Tamil Nadu and divided Vellore and Tiruvannamalai districts.
20. The cold desert in India is found in which of the following places?
- Ladakh region
- Northern Himachal region
- Northern Uttarakhand
- North Sikkim
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The cold desert in India are found in the Ladakh region, Northern Himachal region, Northern Uttarakhand and North Sikkim.