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Q1212022 · 4 Sept 2022
Which one of the following statements about metamorphic rocks is not correct?
1. A.Due to segregation of minerals into wavy bands or platy surfaces, some metamorphic rocks develop foliations.
2. B.Where the foliations develop into broad mineral bands, the metamorphic rock is extremely hard.
3. C.Where the foliations are moderately thin, the metamorphic rock tends to flake apart.
4. D.Rocks that originally were composed of one dominant mineral are often foliated by metamorphism.
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Answer: C
Q1222022 · 4 Sept 2022
Which one of the following ‘discontinuities’ separates the Earth’s crust from the mantle?
1. A.Gutenberg
2. B.Mohorovicic
3. C.Conrad
4. D.Repetti
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Answer: B
Q1232022 · 4 Sept 2022
Which one of the following cities of the world would represent the greatest linear velocity of rotation of the Earth?
1. A.Kampala, Uganda
2. B.St. Petersburg, Russia
3. C.Madrid, Spain
4. D.Stockholm, Sweden
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Answer: A
Q1262022 · 4 Sept 2022
Piecing together the puzzle of geologic time to create and analyze historical maps of the Earth is known as
1. A.paleoclimatology
2. B.paleogeomorphology
3. C.paleolithology
4. D.paleogeography
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Answer: D
Q1352022 · 4 Sept 2022
Which one of the following rivers in India was not crossed by Alexander and his army?
1. A.Hyphasis
2. B.Acesines
3. C.Hydraotes
4. D.Hydaspes
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Answer: A
Q1392022 · 4 Sept 2022
The formation of ‘tors’ on small rocky hills is associated with which among the following?
1. A.Granite
2. B.Limestone
3. C.Alluvial
4. D.Dolomite
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Answer: A
Q1402022 · 4 Sept 2022
Consider the following statements about anticyclones : 1. Anticyclones are high pressure systems. 2. Air in the centre of the system must be subsiding. 3. Anticyclones are characterized by converging winds. How many of the above statements is/are correct?
1. A.1
2. B.2
3. C.3
4. D.None
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Answer: B
Q1412022 · 4 Sept 2022
Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Earth’s crust is brittle in nature. 2. The mean thickness of the oceanic crust is 15 km, whereas that of the continental crust is around 30 km. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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: A
Q1422022 · 4 Sept 2022
In January 2020, the administration of which of the following Union Territories has been merged together?
1. A.Daman and Diu and Puducherry
2. B.Puducherry and Dadra and Nagar Haveli
3. C.Puducherry and Andaman and Nicobar Islands
4. D.Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
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Answer: D
Q1502022 · 4 Sept 2022
Consider the following statements : 1. The Sharavati river creates Jog Falls. 2. The Brahmani river is formed by the confluence of the Kosi and Sankh rivers. 3. The Tamraparni is a river of Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. How many of the above statements is/are correct?
1. A.1
2. B.2
3. C.3
4. D.None
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Answer: B
Q1042022 · 10 Apr 2022
The forests of Uttarakhand, Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh and Dzukou Valley in Nagaland and Manipur were in the news on account of which one of the following reasons?
1. A.Deforestation
2. B.Forest fire
3. C.Poaching of wild animals
4. D.Illegal mining
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Answer: B
Q1072022 · 10 Apr 2022
Which one of the following is likely to be the most prevalent form of weathering in hot-tropical desert areas?
1. A.Mechanical
2. B.Chemical
3. C.Biological
4. D.Leaching
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Answer: A
Q1092022 · 10 Apr 2022
In India, rigid and stable elevated lands, denuded rocks and series of scarps are the features of which of the following?
1. A.Northern mountains
2. B.Peninsular plateau
3. C.Northern plains
4. D.Coastal plains
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Answer: B
Q1102022 · 10 Apr 2022
A person had visited a region in India and found trees, such as Khair, Neem, Khejri and Palas. Which one of the following regions is she/he expected to have visited?
1. A.Malabar Coast
2. B.Garo Hills
3. C.Sunderban Delta
4. D.Desert Region
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Answer: D
Q1112022 · 10 Apr 2022
Consider the following statements : 1. Rocks do not remain in their original form for long and undergo transformation. 2. Transformation of rocks is caused by weathering, erosion and metamorphic action. 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
Q1122022 · 10 Apr 2022
Weathering, mass wasting, erosion and transportation are indicators of which one of the following processes?
1. A.Denudation
2. B.Endogenetic process
3. C.Diastrophism
4. D.Mountain building
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Answer: A
Q1132022 · 10 Apr 2022
If you want to observe moraines, eskers and outwash plains, which one of the following Union Territories you may have to visit?
1. A.Andaman and Nicobar Islands
2. B.Lakshadweep
3. C.Puducherry
4. D.Ladakh
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Answer: D
Q1192022 · 10 Apr 2022
According to the Forest Survey Report, 2021, area-wise which one of the following States have the largest forest cover in India?
1. A.Odisha
2. B.Madhya Pradesh
3. C.Arunachal Pradesh
4. D.Chattisgarh
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Answer: B
Q1302022 · 10 Apr 2022
Which of the following statements in respect of landslides are correct? 1. These occur only on gentle slopes during rain. 2. They generally occur in clay-rich soil. 3. Earthquakes trigger landslides. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1. A.1 and 2 only
2. B.1 and 3 only
3. C.2 and 3 only
4. D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: C
Q1312022 · 10 Apr 2022
Consider the following features about a geographical phenomenon : 1. Torrents of snow and ice roaring down a steep mountainside 2. It is hazardous to skiers and mountaineers 3. It involves a mix of falling, rolling, sliding and flowing of materials Which of the following phenomena can be identified with the above features?
1. A.Slump and earthflow
2. B.Avalanche
3. C.Landslide
4. D.Rockslide
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Answer: B
Q1402022 · 10 Apr 2022
Nisarga, Gati, Nivar, Tauktae and Yaas are names of
1. A.new fighter aircrafts
2. B.tourist places
3. C.weather stations
4. D.cyclones
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Answer: D
Q1482022 · 10 Apr 2022
According to the Indian Meteorological Department, which of the following is/are the feature/features of cloudburst? 1. Heavy precipitation in short period of time in a limited geographical area 2. It occurs generally during monsoon period and triggers flash flood and landslides Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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
Q1492022 · 10 Apr 2022
In a group discussion on shape and size of the Earth, three students stated the following points : 1. Student 1: The shape of the Earth is basically an oblate spheroid. 2. Student 2: The polar diameter of the Earth is more than the equatorial diameter. 3. Student 3: Bulge along the equatorial region is due to revolution of the Earth. Who among the above students is/are correct?
1. A.Student 1 only
2. B.Student 1 and Student 2 only
3. C.Student 2 and Student 3 only
4. D.Student 1, Student 2 Student 3
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Answer: A
Q1502022 · 10 Apr 2022
While watching news, you hear about a place, of which you had never heard earlier. You want to know more about the place and you want to locate it on the map. Which of the following is/are required for you to be able to locate the place on the map?
1. A.Only latitude of the place
2. B.Only longitude of the place
3. C.Both longitude and latitude of the place
4. D.Latitude, longitude and altitude of the place
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Answer: C