World & Physical Geography MCQs
World Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Physical Geography and World Geography for competitive examinations.
21. Which among the following statements is correct about Terrace?
[A] It is a vertical or near vertical rock face of substantial height
[B] It is a small secluded hollow
[C] It is an extensive flat region that generally does not vary much in elevation
[D] It is a step like landform
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Correct Answer: D [It is a step like landform]
Notes:
Terrace is a step like landform. They are formed in various ways. It is a type of a slope landform.
22. In which one of the following nations “Neft Daslari”, an oil-industrial town on the sea, is located?
[A] Iran
[B] UAE
[C] Iraq
[D] Azerbaijan
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Correct Answer: D [Azerbaijan]
Notes:
Neft Daslari, otherwise known as Oil Rocks, is an industrial settlement in the Caspian Sea, Baku, Azerbaijan. It is a full town on the sea. It holds a Guinness Record as the world’s first offshore oil platform. It is almost a functional city.
23. The “Angkor Wat”, the largest religious monument in the world, is located in which nation?
[A] Thailand
[B] Cambodia
[C] Myanmar
[D] Nepal
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Correct Answer: B [Cambodia]
Notes:
Angkor Wat, complex of temples, is the largest religious monument in the world. It is located in Cambodia. It is a 12th-century construction started by Suryavarman II and completed by Jayavarman VII of the Khmer Empire. It followed the Khmer style of architecture. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was initially constructed as a Hindu temple, later transformed into a Buddhist temple. The temple is depicted in the national flag of Cambodia, thereby became the national symbol of Cambodia.
24. The Danube delta is a part of which among the following countries?
[A] Romania
[B] Germany
[C] Sweden
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: A [Romania]
Notes:
The Danube delta is the second largest river delta in Europe. The greater part of the Danube delta lies in Romania and a small part in Ukraine.
25. Which among the following Delta’s is also referred to as ‘biological treasure trove’?
[A] Mackenzie Delta
[B] Volga Delta
[C] Mekong Delta
[D] Lena Delta
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Correct Answer: C [Mekong Delta]
Notes:
The Mekong Delta also known as the Western Region is located in Vietnam. It is dubbed as a ‘biological treasure trove’ due to vast biological diversity.
26. Which among the following passes connects Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir?
[A] Bara Lacha La
[B] Jelep La
[C] Nathu La
[D] Shipki La
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Correct Answer: A [Bara Lacha La ]
Notes:
The Bara Lacha La Pass connects Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir. It has an elevation of 4890 metres. The National highway connecting Mandi in Himachal Pradesh with Leh in Jammu and Kashmir passes through this pass.
27. Mount Fuji is located in which among the following countries?
[A] Indonesia
[B] Philippines
[C] Japan
[D] Italy
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Correct Answer: C [Japan]
Notes:
Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan with an elevation of 3776 metres. It is the seventh-highest peak of an island on Earth. It is an active stratovolcano that last erupted from 1707 to 1708.
28. The “Semliki River” flows only through which two nations?
[A] Sweden and Finalnd
[B] Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda
[C] Poland and Belarus
[D] Niger and Nigeria
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Correct Answer: B [Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda]
Notes:
Semliki River is a major river in Central Africa which flows through the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The source of the river is Lake Edward and mouth of the river is Lake Albert and it flows through the Albertine Rift west of the Rwenzori Mountains. In its lower reaches, it forms the international boundary between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. It houses Semulki National Park.
29. In which ocean the Cocos Island, an island administered by Costa Rica, is located?
[A] Atlantic Ocean
[B] Pacific Ocean
[C] Southern Ocean
[D] Arctic Ocean
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Correct Answer: B [Pacific Ocean]
Notes:
Cocos Island, located in the Pacific Ocean, is administered by Costa Rica. It lies south-west of Costa Rican mainland. It is aa UNESCO World Heritage Site and as Ramsar Wetland. Costa Rica designated the entire island as National Park in 1978. It has no permanent inhabitants except Costa Rican park rangers. It is the southernmost point of the North American continent if outer islands are included.
30. What is the process of transformation of water vapour into water?
[A] Evaporation
[B] Humidity
[C] Sublimation
[D] Condensation
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Correct Answer: D [Condensation]
Notes:
Condensation is the process of transformation of water vapour into water. It is caused by loss of heat when moist air is cooled.
If water vapour directly condenses into solid form, it is known as sublimation
