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Q1332010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which one of the following does not characterize the Himalayas?
1. A.Various parallel ranges of the Himalayas form a convex arc
2. B.There exist syntaxial bends at both the terminals of the Himalayas
3. C.Indus, Sutlej and Brahmaputra rivers are examples of antecedent drainage
4. D.The Himalayas are wider in the east than in the west
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Answer: D
Q1342010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which among the following statements provides the best evidence that a river is flowing through a rift valley?
1. A.The Chambal valley is marked by bad land topography
2. B.River Tapi does not have Delta but Estuary only
3. C.River Mahanadi flows through a gorge at Satkosia
4. D.River Colorado has the Grand Canyon along its valley
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Answer: B
Q1382010 · 22 Aug 2010
Consider the following statements regarding Andaman and Nicobar Islands: 1. It enjoys equatorial climate 2. This is the only place in India where a volcano is located 3. This is the only place in India where coral bed is found Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1. A.1, 2 and 3
2. B.1 and 2 only
3. C.2 and 3 only
4. D.1 only
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Answer: B
Q1392010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which of the following has/have been declared as national waterways in India? 1. The Allahabad-Haldia stretch of river Ganga 2. The Sadiya-Dhubri stretch of river Brahmaputra 3. The Cherla-Rajamundry stretch of river Godavari Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1. A.1 and 2 only
2. B.2 and 3 only
3. C.1 only
4. D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A
Q1402010 · 22 Aug 2010
Consider the following statements: 1. In a cyclone, the direction of wind flow is counter clockwise in the northern hemisphere 2. The tropical cyclone fades away when it reaches land because there is no large supply of warm moist air Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1. A.1 only
2. B.2 only
3. C.Both 1 and 2
4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: C
Q1412010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which among the following statements about the North Atlantic Drift is/are correct? 1. It keeps the west coast of Northern Europe ice free 2. It is responsible for the warm air mass which interacts with the cold air mass from the Polar region and causes rainfall in Western Europe 3. It meets the Labrador current near Vancouver Island and causes dense fog Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1. A.1, 2 and 3
2. B.1 and 2 only
3. C.2 only
4. D.1 and 3 only
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Answer: B
Q1422010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which one among the following explains the earthquakes of the eastern margins of Asia?
1. A.Subduction of Pacific plate under Asiatic plate
2. B.Subduction of African plate below European plate
3. C.Subduction of Indian plate under Asiatic plate
4. D.Subduction of American plate under the Pacific plate
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Answer: A
Q1432010 · 22 Aug 2010
Unlike other Meridians International Date Line is drawn zigzag in order to:
1. A.permit certain land areas and groups of islands to have the same calendar day
2. B.facilitate the sailors to adjust time in their watch
3. C.adjust the day in calendar while sailing from east to west and vice versa
4. D.make 180°E and 180°W coterminous
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Answer: A
Q1462010 · 22 Aug 2010
Consider the following statements about rocks : 1. Shale becomes Slate through metamorphosis 2. Shale is converted to Slate when it is subjected to tremendous pressure and high temperature Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
1. A.1 only
2. B.2 only
3. C.Both 1 and 2
4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: C
Q1472010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. Mumbai receives more rainfall than Pune because it is located at the windward side of Western Ghats 2. Vidarbha region experiences semi-arid climate as it is located in a rain shadow region 3. In India monsoon reaches Kashmir valley at the last Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1. A.1, 2 and 3
2. B.1 and 2 only
3. C.2 and 3 only
4. D.1 only
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Answer: D
Q1482010 · 22 Aug 2010
Which of the following statements regarding south-west monsoon in India is/are correct ? 1. Monsoon reaches the Malabar coast first 2. Rajasthan does not get rainfall from south west monsoon 3. South-west monsoon retreats when the permanent wind belts start shifting to the south Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1. A.1, 2 and 3
2. B.1 and 2 only
3. C.3 only
4. D.1 and 3 only
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Answer: D
Q1502010 · 22 Aug 2010
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists : $List I (Agents of erosion) A. Running water B. Glacier C. Wind D. Underground water List II (Topographical feature) 1. Cirque 2. Barchan 3. Rift Valley 4. Doline 5. Gorge$ Code :
1. A.A-5, B-1, C-2, D-4
2. B.A-5, B-2, C-1, D-3
3. C.A-4, B-2, C-1, D-5
4. D.A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
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Answer: A
Q1062010 · 18 Apr 2010
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Directions : The following seven (7) items consist of two statements, Statement I and Statement II. You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items using the code given below : Code : Statement I : Coalition in India is always a post-poll phenomenon.
Statement I : During the day, winds blow from sea to land. Statement II : The land gets more heated than the surrounding sea, hence lower pressure develops over land as compared to sea.
1. A.Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
2. B.Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
3. C.Statement I is true but Statement II is false
4. D.Statement I is false but Statement II is true
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Answer: A
Q1072010 · 18 Apr 2010
Directions
Directions : The following seven (7) items consist of two statements, Statement I and Statement II. You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items using the code given below : Code : Statement I : Coalition in India is always a post-poll phenomenon.
Statement I : Winds are deflected to their right in the northern hemisphere and to their left in the southern hemisphere. Statement II : The Earth's axis is inclined.
1. A.Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
2. B.Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
3. C.Statement I is true but Statement II is false
4. D.Statement I is false but Statement II is true
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Answer: B
Q1082010 · 18 Apr 2010
Directions
Directions : The following seven (7) items consist of two statements, Statement I and Statement II. You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items using the code given below : Code : Statement I : Coalition in India is always a post-poll phenomenon.
Statement I : Pressure gradients determine the velocity of winds. Statement II : When isobars (lines of equal atmospheric pressure) are closely spaced, the wind velocity would be gentle.
1. A.Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
2. B.Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
3. C.Statement I is true but Statement II is false
4. D.Statement I is false but Statement II is true
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Answer: C
Q1112010 · 18 Apr 2010
The Copenhagen Summit for Climate Change, 2009 saw
1. A.an agreement among the participants over $C O_{2}$ emission
2. B.unanimity of views among the developed and BASIC bloc of countries
3. C.rise of African countries as a bloc
4. D.acceptance of the US as a leader to attain the objective of the Copenhagen Summit
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Answer: A
Q1382010 · 18 Apr 2010
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists : | List-I (Landform) | List-II (Agent of erosion/ deposition) | | :--- | :--- | | A. Inselbergs | 1. River | | B. Stalagmite | 2. Glacier | | C. Delta | 3. Underground water | | D. Moraines | 4. Wind | Code :
1. A.A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
2. B.A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
3. C.A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
4. D.A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
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Answer: D
Q1392010 · 18 Apr 2010
If it is 12 noon in a city located on 90° W longitude, what would be the time in a city located on 105° W longitude?
1. A.13:00 hours
2. B.12:30 hours
3. C.11:30 hours
4. D.11:00 hours
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Answer: D
Q1412010 · 18 Apr 2010
Doldrums are characterized by
1. A.uniform low pressure
2. B.uniform high pressure
3. C.high wind velocity
4. D.low humidity
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Answer: A
Q1432010 · 18 Apr 2010
Which one of the following is generally found in sedimentary rocks?
1. A.Basalt
2. B.Silica
3. C.Shale
4. D.Magnesium
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Answer: C
Q1452010 · 18 Apr 2010
Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Lunar eclipse takes place when the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon. 2. Solar eclipse happens when the Moon comes directly between the Sun and the Earth. 3. Lunar eclipse takes place when the Sun comes directly between the Earth and the Moon. 4. Solar eclipse happens when the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code :
1. A.1, 2 and 3
2. B.3 and 4
3. C.1 and 2 only
4. D.2 only
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Answer: C
Q1482010 · 18 Apr 2010
Arrange the following States on the basis of ascending dates of the onset of monsoon : 1. Uttar Pradesh 2. West Bengal 3. Kerala 4. Rajasthan Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1. A.2-3-1-4
2. B.3-2-1-4
3. C.3-1-2-4
4. D.1-2-3-4
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Answer: B
Q1492010 · 18 Apr 2010
Which of the following are west-flowing rivers? 1. Krishna 2. Narmada 3. Mahanadi 4. Sabarmati Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1. A.2 and 4
2. B.1 and 3
3. C.1 and 4
4. D.2 and 3
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Answer: A
Q1502010 · 18 Apr 2010
Which of the following statements are correct? 1. In a cyclone, the area of low pressure is at the centre surrounded by the areas of high pressure. 2. In a cyclone, the areas of low pressure surround the area of high pressure. 3. In an anti-cyclone, the area of high pressure is surrounded by the areas of low pressure. 4. In an anti-cyclone, the area of low pressure is surrounded by the areas of high pressure. Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1. A.1 and 2
2. B.1 and 3
3. C.1 and 4
4. D.2 and 4
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Answer: B