1. Which of the following rivers of India originate in Tibet:
- Sutlej River
- Indus River
- Ghaghara River
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Sutlej, Indus, and Ghaghara rivers all originate in the Tibet region. The Sutlej originates near Lake Rakshastal, Indus near Lake Mansarovar, and Ghaghara near Lake Mansarovar on the Tibetan Plateau. All three subsequently flow into India, making all the statements correct.
2. Consider the following statements:
- The Coromandel Coastal plain is wider than the Malabar Coastal Plain
- Malabar Coast is home to tropical moist broadleaf forests while Coromandel Coast is home to dry evergreen forests.
Which among the above statements is/ are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Both 1 & 2 are correct
[D] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2 are correct]
Notes:
Both statements are correct. 1. The Coromandel Coastal Plain is indeed wider than the Malabar Coastal Plain. The Coromandel Coast, located along the southeastern coast of India, extends importantly in width compared to the narrower Malabar Coast on the southwestern side. 2. The Malabar Coast is characterized by tropical moist broadleaf forests, which are rich in biodiversity, while the Coromandel Coast features dry evergreen forests, adapted to the drier climate of the region. These distinctions highlight the ecological diversity between the two coastal regions of India.
3. Consider the following crops:
- Soyabean
- Sesame
- Pumpkin
- Cotton
Which among the following is the correct set of crop seasons in which the above are grown?
[A] Kharif, Rabi,Zaid, Kharif
[B] Rabi, Kharif, Zaid, Kharif
[C] Rabi, Zaid, Zaid, Rabi
[D] Kharif, Kharif , Zaid, Rabi
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Correct Answer: A [Kharif, Rabi,Zaid, Kharif]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Kharif, Rabi, Zaid.” – Kharif crops are sown with the onset of the monsoon and harvested in the autumn. Soybean and cotton are typical Kharif crops. – Rabi crops are sown in winter and harvested in spring. Sesame is a Rabi crop. – Zaid crops are grown in the summer season between Kharif and Rabi. Pumpkin is classified as a Zaid crop. Trivia: Kharif crops benefit from the heavy rainfall of the monsoon, while Rabi crops rely on the winter rains and irrigation.
4. Consider the following Statements regarding Sethusamudram Project :
- The project involves digging a 83 km long deepwater channel linking the shallow water of the Palk Strait with the Gulf of Mannar.
- Government of India plans to break limestone shells &shores to the infinity called Adam’s Bridge or Ram sethu as part of implementation of this project.
Which of the above Statement(s) is/are true ?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
Both statements are true. 1. The Sethusamudram Project aims to create an 83 km long shipping channel between the Palk Strait and the Gulf of Mannar, facilitating maritime navigation and reducing travel time for ships. 2. The project involves dredging around the limestone shoals of Adam’s Bridge (Ram Setu), a chain of limestone islets that has cultural and historical significance in Hindu mythology, believed to be built by Lord Rama’s army. The project has faced environmental and political controversies, particularly regarding its impact on marine ecosystems and cultural heritage.
5. Consider the following states:
- Maharashtra
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Madhya Pradesh
Which of the above states share basins of both Godavari and Krishna rivers?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1, 2 and 3
[D] Only 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana share the basins of both the Godavari and Krishna rivers. Madhya Pradesh is part of the Godavari basin, but not the Krishna. Indira Sagar (Polavaram) Project utilizes the Godavari–Krishna link, further connecting water resources between these river systems.
6. Consider the following statements:
- The Hydropower generation is more profitable in Western Ghats in comparison to Eastern Ghats
- The soil of Western Ghats is comparatively more fertile than Eastern Ghats
- The Western Ghats are older than Eastern Ghats
Which among the above is / are correct statements?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
The Eastern Ghats regionboasts of fertile soil but hydropower generation here is not as profitable as it is in the Western Ghats. Eastern Ghats are older than the Western Ghats
7. Which of the following is / are correct statements about the Deccan Trap?
- It is spread in all states of Peninsular India
- It is made of predominantly Igneous Rocks
- It formed as result of sub-aerial volcanic activity
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
Some people broadly divide the geographical land area of India into three parts viz. Deccan trap, Gondwana and Vindhyan. The Deccan Trap covers almost all of Maharashtra, some parts of Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and marginally Andhra Pradesh. Deccan Trap is thought to have formed as result of sub-aerial volcanic activity associated with the continental deviation in this part of the Earth during the Mesozoic era. This implies that generally, the rocks of Deccan Trap are igneous.
8. Consider the following:
- Tamil Nadu has the longest coastline among all Indian states
- Arunachal Pradesh has the largest forest cover area among Indian states
- Andhra Pradesh is famous for pearl fishing in India
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 2 and 3
[B] Only 2
[C] None
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [None]
Notes:
Gujarat has the longest coastline in India, not Tamil Nadu. Madhya Pradesh, not Arunachal Pradesh, has the largest forest cover by area. Pearl fishing in India is traditionally associated with Tamil Nadu, mainly in the city of Thoothukudi, not Andhra Pradesh. Thus, none of the stated pairs are correct as per reliable sources and official data.
9. Consider the following geographical sites in India:
- Valley of Flowers
- Borra Caves
- Barren Island
- Indroda Dinosaur and Fossil Park
Which of the following represents the correct sequence of their locations from north to south in India?
[A] 1 4 2 3
[B] 1 2 3 4
[C] 1 2 4 3
[D] 1 4 3 2
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Correct Answer: A [1 4 2 3]
Notes:
From north to south, the locations are as follows: Valley of Flowers (Uttarakhand, North India), Indroda Dinosaur and Fossil Park (Gujarat, western India but further south than Valley of Flowers), Borra Caves (Andhra Pradesh, further south), and Barren Island (Andaman Islands, the southernmost). Therefore, the order is 1, 4, 2, 3.
10. Consider the following:
- Temple complex at Pattadakal
- Group of Monuments at Hampi
- Badami Cave Temples
Which among the above is / are World Heritage Sites?
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1 & 3
[D] 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [ 1 & 2]
Notes:
While the first two options are already in the World Heritage List, the temple towns of Badami and Aihole that represent the architectural splendour of the Chalukya dynasty are yet to be considered for the World Heritage Site status. Its worth note that the Dharwad Circle of the Archaeological Survey of India was to submit a proposal to the Director-General of the ASI in New Delhi seeking World Heritage Site status to Badami and Aihole. The ASI in New Delhi will submit the proposal to the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) through the Union Ministry.
