20 Prelims Test With Explanation-APTI PLUS

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GS (PT- 20) – 2019
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1. Consider the following statements : Select the correct answer from the codes
1. One statute mile is equal to 1.852 km. given below:
2. One nautical mile is equal to 1.584 km. a. 4, 3, 1, 2
Which of the above statements is / are b. 4, 2, 1, 3
correct : c. 4, 1, 3, 2
a. 1 only d. 3, 4, 1, 2
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2 5. Which of the following region of Union
d. Neither 1 nor 2 Territory of Puducherry lies on East
Coast of India ?
2. Consider the following statements : 1. Mahe
Assertion (A) : The latitudinal and 2. Yanam
longitudinal extent of India are roughly 3. Karaikal
about 30 degrees, whereas the actual Select the correct answer from the codes
distance measured from north to south given below:
extremity is 3214 km and that from east to a. 1 and 2 only
west is only 2933 km. b. 2 and 3 only
Reason (R) : The distance between two c. 1, 2 and 3
longitudes decreases towards the poles d. 1 and 3 only
whereas the distance between two
latitudes remains the same everywhere. 6. The state of Chhattisgarh shares borders
a. Both A and R are true and R is the with which of the following state :
correct explanation of A. 1. Odisha
b. Both A and R are true but R is not 2. Jharkhand
the correct explanation of A. 3. Uttar Pradesh
c. A is true but R is false. Select the correct answer from the codes
d. A is false but R is true. given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
3. Consider the following statements : b. 2 and 3 only
1. The standard meridian of India is 82˚30' c. 1, 2 and 3
W. d. 1 and 3 only
2. Indian Standard Time is ahead of
Greenwich Meridian Time by 5 hours and 7. Consider the following statements :
30 minutes. 1. India has an area of 3.28 million sq km.
Which of the above statements is / are 2. India accounts for 2.4 per cent of the
correct : world's land surface area.
a. 1 only 3. India stands as the eight largest country
b. 2 only in the world.
c. Both 1 and 2 Select the correct answer from the codes
d. Neither 1 nor 2 given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
4. Arrange the following state capitals from b. 2 and 3 only
West to East : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. Delhi d. 1 and 3 only
2. Dehra Dun
3. Jaipur
4. Srinagar

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8. Consider the following pair : 12. Consider the following statements about
Mountain Pass State the Himalayas :
1. Shipki La Himachal Pradesh 1. As per their geological structure they
2. Bomdi La Sikkim are rigid and stable.
3. Nathu La Arunachal Pradesh 2. They are tectonic in origin.
Select the correct answer from the codes Which of the above statements is / are
given below: correct :
a. 1, 2 and 3 a. 1 only
b. 2 and 3 only b. 2 only
c. 1 and 2 only c. Both 1 and 2
d. 1 only d. Neither 1 nor 2
9. Tropic of Cancer is passing through which 13. Consider the following statements about
of the following state(s) : Himalayas :
1. Tripura 1. The Great Himalayan range is also
2. Manipur known as central axial range.
3. Rajasthan 2. The general orientation of Himalayas is
Select the correct answer from the codes from northwest to the southeast direction
given below: in the northwestern part of India.
a. 1 and 2 only 3. Himalayas in the Darjeeling and Sikkim
b. 1 and 3 only regions lie in an east west direction.
c. 2 and 3 only Select the correct answer from the codes
d. 1 only given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
10. Which of the following river flows b. 2 and 3 only
through rift valley ? c. 1, 2 and 3
1. Narmada d. 1 and 3 only
2. Tapi
2. Tungabhadra 14. Consider the following pairs :
Select the correct answer from the codes Mountain Pass Range
given below: 1. Zoji La Ladakh
a. 1 and 3 only 2. Banihal Pir Panjal
b. 2 and 3 only 3. Khardung La Great Himalaya
c. 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer from the codes
d. 1 and 2 only given below:
a. 2 only
11. Which of the following rivers form deltas b. 2 and 3 only
before entering into the Bay of Bengal : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. Mahanadi d. 1 and 3 only
2. Godavari
3. Krishna 15. Which of the following landforms can be
Select the correct answer from the codes seen in Himalayas :
given below: 1. Gorges
a. 1 only 2. V-shaped valleys
b. 1, 2 and 3 3. Rapids
c. 2 and 3 only Select the correct answer from the codes
d. 3 only given below:
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a. 1 only 19. Consider the following statements

b. 2 and 3 only about Karewas :
c. 1 and 2 only 1. They are thick deposits of glacial clay
d. 1, 2 and 3 and other materials embedded with
moraines.
16. Consider the following statements: 2. They are useful for cultivation of Zafran.
1. The cold desert lies between the Which of the above statements is / are
Greater Himalayas and the Karakoram correct :
ranges. a. 1 only
2. The valley of Kashmir lies between the b. 2 only
Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal c. Both 1 and 2
range. d. Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the above statements is / are
correct : 20. Srinagar, capital city of the state of
a. 1 only Jammu and Kashmir is located on the
b. 2 only banks of which of the following river ?
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 a. Jhelum
b. Satluj
17. Which of the following is / are fresh c. Ravi
water lake(s): d. Beas
1. Dal
2. Wular 21. Consider the following pairs :
3. Pangon Tso Lesser Himalayas also Region
Select the correct answer from the codes known as :
given below: 1. Dhaoladhar Uttarakhand
a. 1 and 2 only 2. Nagtibha Himachal Pradesh
b. 2 and 3 only Which of the above statements is / are
c. 1, 2 and 3 correct :
d. 1 and 3 only a. 1 only
b. 2 only
18. Consider the following statements c. Both 1 and 2
about Tso Moriri Lake : d. Neither 1 nor 2
1. The lake is entirely within India.
2. It is a freshwater lake. 22. Consider the following statements
Which of the above statements is / are about Bhotia tribe :
correct : 1.They inhabit the valleys in the Great
a. 1 only Himalayan range.
b. 2 only 2. They are nomadic groups who migrate
c. Both 1 and 2 to Bugyals during winter months.
d. Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the above statements is / are
correct :
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

23. Which of the following pilgrimage b. 2 only

place(s) is / are located in Kashmir c. Both 1 and 2
Himalayas : d. Neither 1 nor 2
1. Amarnath Cave
2. Charar-e-Sharif 27. Shiwalik formations can be found in
3. Hemkund Sahib which of the following regions :
Select the correct answer from the codes 1. Sikkim Himalayas
given below: 2. Uttaranchal Himalayas
a. 1 and 2 only 3. Kashmir Himalayas
b. 2 and 3 only Select the correct answer from the codes
c. 1, 2 and 3 given below:
d. 1 and 3 only a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
24. Which of the following is / are correct c. 1, 2 and 3
about Darjeeling Himalayas : d. 1 and 3 only
1. The region has high mountain peaks.
2. The region has deep valleys. 28. Q Arrange the following hills/ range from
3. The region has fast flowing rivers. South to North :
Select the correct answer from the codes 1. Naga Hills
given below: 2. Mizo Hills
a. 1 and 2 only 3. Patkai Bum
d. 1 and 3 only a. 3, 2, 1
b. 3, 1, 2
25. Consider the following statements about c. 2, 1, 3
Jhelum river : d. 2, 3, 1
1. The river is in mature stage.
2. The river forms meanders. 29. Barak river flows through which of the
Which of the above statements is / are following state(s) :
correct : 1. Manipur
a. 1 only 2. Sikkim
b. 2 only 3. Assam
a. 1 and 2 only
26. Consider the following statements about b. 2 and 3 only
Darjeeling Himalayas : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. The higher reaches of the region are d. 1 and 3 only
inhabited by a mixed population of
Nepalis, Bengalis and tribals from Central 30. Consider the following statements :
India. 1. Loktak lake is in Mizoram.
2. The southern part of the region is 2. Manipur is also known as the Molassis
inhabited by Lepcha tribes. basin.
Which of the above statements is / are Which of the above statements is / are
correct : correct :
a. 1 only a. 1 only

b. 2 only Select the correct answer from the codes

c. Both 1 and 2 given below:
d. Neither 1 nor 2 a. 3, 2, 1
b. 3, 1, 2
31. Consider the following statements c. 2, 1, 3
about Tarai belt : d. 2, 3, 1
1. It is narrower than Bhabar zone.
2. The streams disappear in Tarai belt. 35. Consider the following statements about
3. The Tarai belt has a luxurious growth of Meghalaya Plateau :
vegetation and it houses a varied wild life. 1. It receives maximum rainfall from
Select the correct answer from the codes North east monsoon.
given below: 2. It is rich is limestone and uranium.
a. 3 only Which of the above statements is / are
b. 1 and 2 only correct :
c. 1, 2 and 3 a. 1 only
d. 1 and 3 only b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
32. Consider the following statements d. Neither 1 nor 2
about Peninsular plateau :
1. It is one of the oldest and the most 36. Consider the following pairs :
stable landmass of India. Mountain peaks Location
2. The general elevation of the plateau is 1. Saddle peak Middle Andaman
from the east to the west. 2. Mount Diavolo North Andaman
Which of the above statements is / are 3. Mount Koyob South Andaman
correct : Select the correct answer from the codes
a. 1 only given below:
b. 2 only a. 2 and 3 only
c. Both 1 and 2 b. 1 and 2 only
d. Neither 1 nor 2 c. 1, 2 and 3
d. 3 only
33. Consider the following statements :
1. Western Ghats are comparatively 37. Consider the following statements about
higher than Eastern Ghats. Lakshadweep islands :
2. The Eastern and Western Ghats meet 1. The entire group of islands is made up
each other at the Nilgiri Hills. of corals.
Which of the above statements is / are 2. Minicoy is the largest island of
correct : Lakshadweep.
a. 1 only 3. The entire group of island is divided by
b. 2 only Eight Degree channel.
a. 1 and 2 only
34. Arrange the following mountain peaks b. 2 and 3 only
from East to West c. 1 and 3 only
1. Mt Makalu d. 1, 2 and 3
2. Mt Everest
3. Mt Kanchenjunga

38. Consider the following statements : a. 1 only

1. The drainage pattern resembling the b. 2 only
branches of a tree is known as centripetal. c. Both 1 and 2
2. When the primary tributaries of rivers d. Neither 1 nor 2
flow parallel to each other and secondary
tributaries join them at right angles, the 42. Consider the following statements about
pattern is known as dendritic. Jhelum River :
Which of the above statements is / are 1. It rises from a spring at Verinag
correct : situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal.
a. 1 only 2. It joins Ravi near Jhang in Pakistan.
b. 2 only Which of the above statements is / are
c. Both 1 and 2 correct :
d. Neither 1 nor 2 a. 1 only
39. Arrange the following rivers from East to b. 2 only
West : c. Both 1 and 2
1. Ken d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. Chambal
3. Betwa 43. Consider the following statements about
4. Sind Ravi river :
Select the correct answer from the codes 1. It is the largest tributary of Indus.
given below: 2. It rises east of the Rohtang pass in the
a. 2, 1, 4, 3 Manali hills.
b. 1, 4, 3, 2 3. It joins Chenab near Sarai Sidhu.
c. 1, 3, 4, 2 Select the correct answer from the codes
d. 2, 3, 4, 1 given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
1. A river drains the water collected from c. 3 only
a specific area, which is called its d. 1, 2 and 3
watershed area.
2.An area drained by a river and its 44. Which of the following river(s) is / are the
tributaries is called a drainage basin. tributary / tributaries of Indus river :
Which of the above statements is / are 1. Nubra
correct : 2. Dras
a. 1 only 3. Tochi
b. 2 only Select the correct answer from the codes
c. Both 1 and 2 given below:
d. Neither 1 nor 2 a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
41. Consider the following statements about c. 1 and 3 only
Indus River : d. 1, 2 and 3
1. It originates from a glacier near Bokhar
Chu in the Tibet. 45. Which of the following river(s) is / are the
2. It enters Pakistan near Chillar in the left bank tributary / tributaries of Ganga :
Dardistan region. 1. Son
Which of the above statements is / are 2. Ramganga
correct : 3. Gomati

Select the correct answer from the codes 1. Sabarmati

given below: 2. Mahi
a. 1 and 3 only 3. Penner
d. 2 and 3 only a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1 and 2 only
46. Consider the following statements about c. 1, 2 and 3
Alaknanada river : d. 2 and 3 only
1. It rises in the Gangotri glacier near
Gaumukh. 50. Which of the following is correct about
2. It meets Bhagirathi at Karna Prayag. Himalayan river system:
Which of the above statements is / are 1. The rivers are in their youthful age.
correct : 2. The rivers have dendritic pattern of
a. 1 only drainage.
b. 2 only 3. The rivers experience headward
c. Both 1 and 2 erosion.
d. Neither 1 nor 2 Select the correct answer from the codes
given below:
47. Which among the following is / are right a. 1 and 3 only
bank tributary / tributaries of b. 1 and 2 only
Brahmaputra : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. Burhi Dihing d. 2 and 3 only
2. Kalang
3. Manas 51. Which of the following city / cities is / are
Select the correct answer from the codes located in the Khasi Hills of Meghalaya ?
given below: 1. Cherrapunji
a. 1 and 2 only 2. Mawsynram
b. 3 only 3. Tura
c. 2 only Select the correct answer from the codes
48. Consider the following statements about a. 1 only
Godavari river : b. 2 and 3 only
1. It rises near Mahabaleshwar in c. 1 and 2 only
Sahyadri. d. 1, 2 and 3
2. Its tributaries run through the states of 52. Consider the following statements about
Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, areas lying south of Tropic of cancer in
Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. India :
Which of the above statements is / are 1. They experience high temperatures
correct : throughout the year.
a. 1 only
2. They experience high daily and annual
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
range of temperature.
correct:
a. 1 only
49. Which of the following is / are west b. 2 only
flowing river(s): c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2. It is a zone where air tends to ascend.

53. Which of the following factor(s) correct:
determine the climate of India : a. 1 only
1. Latitude b. 2 only
2. Distance from the sea c. Both 1 and 2
3. Distribution of land and water d. Neither 1 nor 2
Select the correct answer from the codes
given below: 57. Which of the following is / are the
a. 1 and 3 only effect(s) of El Nino :
b. 2 and 3 only 1. Distortion of equatorial atmospheric
c. 1, 2 and 3 circulation.
d. 1 and 2 only 2. Irregularities in the evaporation of sea
water.
54. Consider the following statements about 3. Reduction in the amount of planktons.
Western Cyclonic Disturbance : Which of the above statements is / are
1. They originate over the Mediterranean correct:
Sea. a. 1 and 3 only
2. They are brought into India by the b. 2 and 3 only
easterly jet stream. c. 1, 2 and 3
Which of the above statements is / are d. 1 and 2 only
correct: 58. Which of the following is correct Indian
a. 1 only monsoon :
b. 2 only 1. The monsoon shows a declining trend
c. Both 1 and 2 from east to west over the west coast.
d. Neither 1 nor 2 2. The monsoon shows a declining trend
from the southeast towards the
55. Consider the following statements about northwest over the North Indian plain.
weather in the summer season : Which of the above statements is / are
1. The Inter Tropical Convergence Zone correct:
shifts northwards roughly parallel to the a. 1 only
Himalayas between 20˚ N and 25˚ N by b. 2 only
middle of July. c. Both 1 and 2
2. By middle of july the westerly jet d. Neither 1 nor 2
streams withdraws from the Indian
region. 59. Consider the following statements :
Which of the above statements is / are 1. During the south west monsoon period
correct? after having rains for a few days, if rain
a. 1 only fails to occur for one or more weeks, it is
b. 2 only known as break in the monsoon.
c. Both 1 and 2 2. Over the west coast the dry spells are
d. Neither 1 nor 2 associated with days when winds blow
parallel to the coast.
56. Consider the following statements about Which of the above statements is / are
Inter Tropical Convergence Zone(ITCZ) : correct:
1. ITCZ is a low pressure zone located at a. 1 only
the equator. b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2 2. They are a common phenomena in

d. Neither 1 nor 2 Kerala and coastal areas of Karnataka.
60. During October and November, northeast correct:
monsoon while crossing over the Bay of a. 1 only
Bengal cause torrential rainfall over , b. 2 only
which of the following regions : c. Both 1 and 2
1. Tamil Nadu coast d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. West Bengal
3. Southern Andhra Pradesh 64. Consider the following statements about
Which of the above statements is / are Nor-westers:
correct: 1. They are evening thunderstorms in
a. 1 and 3 only Bengal and Assam.
b. 2 and 3 only 2. The are useful for tea, jute and rice
c. 1, 2 and 3 cultivation.
d. 1 and 2 only Which of the above statements is / are
correct:
61. Consider the following pairs : a. 1 only
Seasons Months ( According to the b. 2 only
IndianCalendar ) c. Both 1 and 2
1. Sharada Magha-Phalguna d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. Shishira Asvina-Karthika
3. Grishma Sravana-Bhadra 65. The coast of Tamil Nadu remains dry
Select the correct answer from the codes during south west monsoon. Which
given below: among the following could be the reason
a. 1, 2 and 3 ?
b. 2 and 3 only 1. It is situated parallel to the Bay of
c. 1 and 2 only Bengal branch of southwest monsoon.
d. None of the above 2. It lies on the rainshadow area of the
62. During monsoons the intensity of rainfall Bay of Bengal branch of the southwest
over the west coast of India is determined monsoon.
by which of the following factor(s) : Which of the above statements is / are
1. The offshore meteorological conditions correct?
on west coast. a. 1 only
2. The position of the equatorial jet b. 2 only
stream along the western coast of Africa. c. Both 1 and 2
Which of the above statements is / are d. Neither 1 nor 2
correct:
a. 1 only 66. Which of the following is / are correct
b. 2 only about the characteristic of Indian south
c. Both 1 and 2 west monsoon:
d. Neither 1 nor 2 1. It has a declining trend with increasing
distance from the sea.
63. Consider the following statements about 2. It comes in a heavy downpour leading
Mango showers : to considerable run off and soil erosion.
1. They are common at the end of winter. Which of the above statements is / are
correct?

a. 1 only 2. Main species found in these forests are

b. 2 only cedar and kail.
c. Both 1 and 2 Which of the above statements is / are
d. Neither 1 nor 2 correct:
a. 1 only
67. Which of the following areas receive b. 2 only
rainfall between 100-200 cm ? c. Both 1 and 2
1. Western Uttar Pradesh d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. Southern parts of Gujarat
3. Bihar 71. Consider the following statements about
Select the correct answer from the codes Tropical Deciduous Forest
given below: 1. They are the most widespread forests
a. 1 and 3 only in India.
b. 1 and 2 only 2.They are also called the monsoon
c. 1, 2 and 3 forests.
d. 2 and 3 only 3. They are spread over regions which
receive rainfall between 70-200 cm.
68. Consider the following statements about Select the correct answer from the codes
Tropical Evergreen forests in India : given below:
1. They are found in warm and humid a. 1, 2 and 3
areas with an annual precipitation b. 1 and 2 only
between 100 to 200cm. c. 2 and 3 only
2. They are found in areas with annual d. 1 only
temperature above 22˚ C. 72. The moist deciduous forests is / are found
Which of the above statements is / are in which of the following regions :
correct: 1. Western slopes of the Western Ghats,
a. 1 only 2. Northeastern states along the foothills
b. 2 only of Himalayas
c. Both 1 and 2 3. Odisha
d. Neither 1 nor 2 Select the correct answer from the codes
given below:
69. Which of the following species is / are a. 1 and 2 only
found in Tropical Evergreen : b. 2 and 3 only
1. Rosewood c. 1, 2 and 3
2. Mahogany d. 1 and 3 only
3. Khair
Select the correct answer from the codes 73. Q Consider the following statements
given below: about Dry Deciduous forests :
a. 1 and 3 only 1. They are found in areas with rainfall
b. 1 and 2 only between 100- 200 cm.
c. 1, 2 and 3 2. On the wetter margins, these forest
d. 2 and 3 only have a transition to evergreen forests
while on the drier margins to moist
70. Consider the following statements about deciduous forests.
semi evergreen forests : Which of the above statements is / are
1. These forests have a mixture of correct:
evergreen and moist deciduous trees. a. 1 only

b. 2 only 3. Chinar
a. 1 and 2 only
74. Which of the following is / are correct b. 2 and 3 only
about Evergreen forest : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. These forests are not stratified. d. 1 and 3 only
2. There is a definite time for trees to
shed their leaves, flowering and fruition. 78. Consider the following pairs :
Which of the above statements is / are Ramsar Site State
correct: 1. Hokera Wetland Punjab
a. 1 only 2. Kanji Wetland Jammu and Kashmir
b. 2 only 3. Bhoj Wetland Madhya Pradesh
a. 2 only
75. Which of the following specie(s) is / are b. 2 and 3 only
found in dry deciduous forest c. 3 only
1. Khair d. 1 and 3 only
2. Neem
3. Khejri 79. Mangroves in India can be found in which
Select the correct answer from the codes of the following region(s):
given below: 1. Andaman and Nicobar
a. 1 and 2 only 2. Sunderbans
b. 2 and 3 only 3. Krishna river delta
c. 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer from the codes
a. 1 and 2 only
76. Consider the following statements about b. 2 and 3 only
Northern mountain forests c. 1, 2 and 3
Assertion (A) : The southern slopes of the d. 1 and 3 only
Himalayas carry a thicker vegetation than
the northern slope. 80. As per State of Forest Report 2017 which
Reason (R) : The southern slopes of the of the following state / union territory has
Himalayas receive more rainfall as zero Very Dense Forest ?
compared to north facing slope. a. Lakshadweep
a. Both A and R are true and R is the b. Andaman and Nicobar
correct explanation of A. c. Rajasthan
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the d. Goa
correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true.
77. Which of the following trees is / are found 81. Consider the following pairs :
in the southern mountain forests Project Year of
1. Magnolia Launch
2. Laurel 1. Project Tiger 1973

2. Project Elephant 1990 b. 1 and 2 only

3. Crocodile Breeding Project 1975 c. 3 only
Select the correct answer from the codes d. 1 and 3 only
given below:
a. 1 and 2 only 86. Consider the following statements about
b. 2 and 3 only the types of alluvial soil :
c. 1, 2 and 3 1. Bhangar is the old alluvium , which is
d. 1 and 3 only deposited away from the flood plains.
2. Khadar is the new alluvium deposited
82. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve is located on by floods annually.
which of the following Hills? 3. Only Bhangar contains calcareous
a. Khasi concretions.
b. Jaintia Select the correct answer from the codes
c. Garo given below:
d. Both (a) and (b) a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
83. Consider the following pairs : c. 1, 2 and 3
Biosphere Reserve State d. 1 and 3 only
1. Dibru-Saikhowa Arunachal
Pradesh 87. Black soil can be found in which of the
2. Panchmari Maharashtra following state(s) :
3. Simlipal Odisha 1. Tamil Nadu
Select the correct answer from the codes 2. Maharashtra
given below: 3. Gujarat
a. 1 only Select the correct answer from the codes
b. 3 only given below:
c. 2 and 3 only a. 2 only
d. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2 and 3
84. As per Indian Council of Agricultural d. 1 and 2 only
Research which of the following soil
occupies the largest area in India ? 88. Consider the following statements about
a. Inceptisols Black Soil :
b. Entisols 1. They are generally clayey, deep and
c. Alfisols impermeable.
d. Vertisols 2. They retain moisture for a very short
time.
85. Consider the following statements about Which of the above statements is / are
Alluvial Soil : correct:
1. They cover about 40 percent of the a. 1 only
total area of the country. b. 2 only
2. They vary in nature from sandy loam to c. Both 1 and 2
clay. d. Neither 1 nor 2
3. They are generally rich in phosphorous
but poor in potash.
given below:
a. 1 only

89. The Red and Yellow soil is / are rich in b. 2 only

which of the following nutrient(s): c. Both 1 and 2
1. Nitrogen d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. Phosphorous
3. Humus 93. Consider the following statements about
Select the correct answer from the codes Saline soils:
given below: 1. They are rich in nitrogen and calcium.
a. 1, 2 and 3 2. They are also known as Usara soils.
b. 2 and 3 only Which of the above statements is / are
c. 3 only correct:
d. None of the above a. 1 only
b. 2 only
90. Consider the following statements about c. Both 1 and 2
Red Laterite Soils : d. Neither 1 nor 2
1. They are found in Tamil Nadu, Andhra
Pradesh and Kerala. 94. Consider the following statements about
2. They are suitable for tree crops like Peaty soils :
cashewnut. 1. They are found in the areas of heavy
Select the correct answer from the codes rainfall and high humidity, where there is
given below: a good growth of vegetation.
a. 1 only 2. Organic matter in these soils is less
b. 2 only than 10 percent.
c. Both 1 and 2 Which of the above statements is / are
d. Neither 1 nor 2 correct:
a. 1 only
91. Consider the following statements about b. 2 only
Laterite Soils : c. Both 1 and 2
1.They develop in areas with low d. Neither 1 nor 2
temperature and low rainfall.
2. They are widely cut as brick for use in 95. Consider the following statements about
house construction. Forest Soils:
Which of the above statements is / are 1. They are loamy and silty on valley sides
correct: and coarse grained in the upper slopes.
a. 1 only 2. In the snow bound areas of the
b. 2 only Himalayas these soils are acidic with low
c. Both 1 and 2 humus content.
correct:
92. Consider the following statements about a. 1 only
Arid soils : b. 2 only
1. They are generally sandy in structure c. Both 1 and 2
and saline in nature. d. Neither 1 nor 2
2. The colour of the soil varies from the
light grey to ash grey.
correct:
a. 1 only

96. Consider the following statements : a. Both A and R are true and R is the
1. Sheet erosion takes place on level lands correct explanation of A.
after heavy shower. b. Both A and R are true but R is not
2. Gully erosion is common on steep the correct explanation of A.
slopes. c. A is true but R is false.
3. A region with a large number of deep d. A is false but R is true.
gullies or ravines is called a badland
topography.
Select the correct answer from the codes 100. Consider the following statements :
given below: 1. The energy to the tropical storm comes
a. 1 and 2 only from the latent heat released by the
b. 2 and 3 only warm moist air.
c. 1, 2 and 3 2. More tropical storms occur in Arabian
d. 1 and 3 only sea as compared to Bay of Bengal.
97. Arrange the following World Conference correct:
on Disaster Risk Reduction a. 1 only
chronologically: b. 2 only
1. Sendai c. Both 1 and 2
2. Yokohoma d. Neither 1 nor 2
3. Kobe
given below:
a. 2, 1, 3
b. 2, 3, 1
c. 3, 2, 1
d. 3, 1, 3
98. Which of the following area(s) is / are

included in Very High Damage Risk Zone
due to Earthquake in India
1. Kashmir valley
2. Tamil Nadu
3. Kerala
given below:
1 only 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3
2 and 3 only
99. Consider the following statements about

Tsunami :
Assertion (A) : The impact of Tsunami is
less over the ocean and more near the
coast.
Reason (R) : The speed of wave in the
ocean depends upon the depth of water.

(PT -20 QUESTIONS WITH EXPLANATION)

1. Consider the following statements : 4. Arrange the following state capitals from
1. One statute mile is equal to 1.852 km. West to East :
2. One nautical mile is equal to 1.584 km. 1. Delhi
Which of the above statements is / are correct : 2. Dehra Dun
a. 1 only 3. Jaipur
b. 2 only 4. Srinagar
c. Both 1 and 2 Select the correct answer from the codes given
d. Neither 1 nor 2 below:
Ans:d a. 4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation: 1. One statute mile is equal to b. 4, 2, 1, 3
1.584 km. c. 4, 1, 3, 2
2. One nautical mile is equal to 1.852 km. d. 3, 4, 1, 2
Ans:a
2. Consider the following statements : Explanation:
Assertion (A) : The latitudinal and longitudinal
extent of India are roughly about 30 degrees, 5. Which of the following region of Union
whereas the actual distance measured from Territory of Puducherry lies on East Coast of
north to south extremity is 3214 km and that India ?
from east to west is only 2933 km. 1. Mahe
Reason (R) : The distance between two 2. Yanam
longitudes decreases towards the poles 3. Karaikal
whereas the distance between two latitudes Select the correct answer from the codes given
remains the same everywhere. below:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct a. 1 and 2 only
explanation of A. b. 2 and 3 only
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct c. 1, 2 and 3
explanation of A. d. 1 and 3 only
c. A is true but R is false. Ans:b
d. A is false but R is true. Explanation: Mahe lies on the West Coast of
Ans:a India.
Explanation:
6. The state of Chhattisgarh shares borders with
3. Consider the following statements : which of the following state :
1. The standard meridian of India is 82˚30' W. 1. Odisha
2. Indian Standard Time is ahead of Greenwich 2. Jharkhand
Meridian Time by 5 hours and 30 minutes. 3. Uttar Pradesh
Which of the above statements is / are correct : Select the correct answer from the codes given
a. 1 only below:
b. 2 only a. 1 and 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2 b. 2 and 3 only
d. Neither 1 nor 2 c. 1, 2 and 3
Ans:b d. 1 and 3 only
Explanation: The standard meridian of India is Ans:c
82˚30' E. Explanation: Chhattisgarh shares border with-
Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra
Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha,
Telangana.


1. India has an area of 3.28 million sq km. c. 2 and 3 only
2. India accounts for 2.4 per cent of the world's d. 1 only
land surface area. Ans:b
3. India stands as the eight largest country in Explanation: In India Tropic of Cancer passes
the world. through 8 States. ( Rajasthan, Gujarat,
Select the correct answer from the codes given Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh,
below: Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura and
a. 1 and 2 only Mizoram.)
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2 and 3 10. Which of the following river flows through
d. 1 and 3 only rift valley ?
Ans:a 1. Narmada
Explanation: 1. Russia 2. Tapi
2. Canada 2. Tungabhadra
3. USA Select the correct answer from the codes given
4. China below:
5. Brazil a. 1 and 3 only
6. Australia b. 2 and 3 only
7. India c. 1, 2 and 3
d. 1 and 2 only
8. Consider the following pair : Ans:d
Mountain Pass State Explanation:
1. Shipki La Himachal Pradesh
2. Bomdi La Sikkim 11. Which of the following rivers form deltas
3. Nathu La Arunachal Pradesh before entering into the Bay of Bengal :
Select the correct answer from the codes given 1. Mahanadi
below: 2. Godavari
a. 1, 2 and 3 3. Krishna
b. 2 and 3 only Select the correct answer from the codes given
c. 1 and 2 only below:
d. 1 only a. 1 only
Ans:d b. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: Mountain Pass c. 2 and 3 only
State 2. Bomdi La d. 3 only
Arunachal Pradesh Ans:b
3. Nathu La Explanation: Most of the east flowing rivers
Sikkim form deltas before entering into the Bay of
Bengal. The deltas formed by the
9. Tropic of Cancer is passing through which of Mahanadi, the Krishna, the Kaveri and the
the following state(s) : Godavari are important examples.
1. Tripura
2. Manipur
3. Rajasthan
Select the correct answer from the codes given
below: 12. Consider the following statements about
a. 1 and 2 only the Himalayas :


1. As per their geological structure they are 15. Which of the following landforms can be
rigid and stable. seen in Himalayas :
2. They are tectonic in origin. 1. Gorges
Which of the above statements is / are correct : 2. V-shaped valleys
a. 1 only 3. Rapids
b. 2 only Select the correct answer from the codes given
c. Both 1 and 2 below:
d. Neither 1 nor 2 a. 1 only
Ans:b b. 2 and 3 only
Explanation: The Himalayas along with other c. 1 and 2 only
Peninsular mountains are young, weak and d. 1, 2 and 3
flexible in their geological structure unlike Ans:d
the rigid and stable Peninsular Block. Explanation: Himalayas are mountains that
are tectonic in origin, dissected by fast
13. Consider the following statements about flowing rivers which are in their youthful
Himalayas : stage. Various landforms like gorges, V
1. The Great Himalayan range is also known as shaped valleys, rapids, waterfalls etc are
central axial range. indicative of this stage.
2. The general orientation of Himalayas is from
northwest to the southeast direction in the 16. Consider the following statements:
northwestern part of India. 1. The cold desert lies between the Greater
3. Himalayas in the Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas and the Karakoram ranges.
regions lie in an east west direction. 2. The valley of Kashmir lies between the Great
Select the correct answer from the codes given Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range.
below: Which of the above statements is / are correct :
a. 1 and 2 only a. 1 only
b. 2 and 3 only b. 2 only
c. 1, 2 and 3 c. Both 1 and 2
d. 1 and 3 only d. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:c Ans:c
Explanation: The cold desert lies between the
14. Consider the following pairs : Greater Himalayas and the Karakoram
Mountain Pass Range ranges. The valley of Kashmir lies between
1. Zoji La Ladakh the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range.
2. Banihal Pir Panjal
3. Khardung La Great Himalaya 17. Which of the following is / are fresh water
Select the correct answer from the codes given lake(s):
below: 1. Dal
a. 2 only 2. Wular
b. 2 and 3 only 3. Pangon Tso
c. 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer from the codes given
d. 1 and 3 only below:
Ans:a a. 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Mountain Pass Range b. 2 and 3 only
1. Zoji La Great Himalaya c. 1, 2 and 3
3. Khardung La Ladakh d. 1 and 3 only
Ans:a


Explanation: Pangong Tso is an endoherric 21. Consider the following pairs :
lake in the Himalayas. It is a salt water lake. Lesser Himalayas also Region
known as :
18. Consider the following statements about 1. Dhaoladhar Uttarakhand
Tso Moriri Lake : 2. Nagtibha Himachal Pradesh
1. The lake is entirely within India. Which of the above statements is / are correct :
2. It is a freshwater lake. a. 1 only
Which of the above statements is / are correct : b.2 only
a. 1 only c. Both 1 and 2
b. 2 only d.Neither 1 nor 2
c. Both 1 and 2 Ans:d
d. Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Lesser Himalayas also
Ans:a Region
Explanation: Tso Moriri or "Mountain Lake", is known as :
a lake in the Ladakhi part of the Changthang 1. Dhaoladhar Himachal Pradesh
Plateau (literally: northern plains) in Jammu 2. Nagtibha Uttarakhand
and Kashmir in Northern India. The lake and
surrounding area are protected as the Tso 22. Consider the following statements about
Moriri Wetland Conservation Reserve. It is salt Bhotia tribe :
water lake. 1.They inhabit the valleys in the Great
Himalayan range.
19. Consider the following statements about 2. They are nomadic groups who migrate to
Karewas : Bugyals during winter months.
1. They are thick deposits of glacial clay and Which of the above statements is / are correct :
other materials embedded with moraines. a. 1 only
2. They are useful for cultivation of Zafran. b.2 only
Which of the above statements is / are correct : c. Both 1 and 2
a. 1 only d.Neither 1 nor 2
b.2 only Ans:a
c. Both 1 and 2 Explanation: Bhotia's are nomadic groups who
d.Neither 1 nor 2 migrate to Bugyals ( the summer grasslands
Ans:c in the higher reaches) during summer months
Explanation: The Kashmir Himalayas are and return to the valleys during winters.
famous for Karewa formations, which are
useful for the cultivation of Zafran, a local 23. Which of the following pilgrimage place(s)
variety of saffron. is / are located in Kashmir Himalayas :
1. Amarnath Cave
20. Srinagar, capital city of the state of Jammu 2. Charar-e-Sharif
and Kashmir is located on the banks of which 3. Hemkund Sahib
of the following river ? Select the correct answer from the codes given
a. Jhelum below:
b.Satluj a. 1 and 2 only
c. Ravi b.2 and 3 only
d.Beas c. 1, 2 and 3
Ans:a d.1 and 3 only
Explanation: Self Explanatory Ans:a


Explanation: Hemkund Sahib is located in the c. Both 1 and 2
Himachal and Uttaranchal Himalayas. d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:d
24. Which of the following is / are correct Explanation: The higher reaches of the
about Darjeeling Himalayas : Darjeeling Himalayas are inhabited by Lepcha
1. The region has high mountain peaks. tribes while the southern part has a mixed
2. The region has deep valleys. population of Nepalis, Bengalis and tribals
3. The region has fast flowing rivers. from Central India.
below: 27. Shiwalik formations can be found in which
a. 1 and 2 only of the following regions :
b.2 and 3 only 1. Sikkim Himalayas
c. 1, 2 and 3 2. Uttaranchal Himalayas
d.1 and 3 only 3. Kashmir Himalayas
Ans:c Select the correct answer from the codes given
Explanation: 1. The region has high mountain below:
peaks- Kanchenjunga a. 1 and 2 only
2. The region has deep valleys. b.2 and 3 only
3. The region has fast flowing rivers - Tista c. 1, 2 and 3
d.1 and 3 only
25. Consider the following statements about Ans:b
Jhelum river : Explanation: Compared to the other sections,
1. The river is in mature stage. Sikkim Himalayas along with the Arunachal
2. The river forms meanders. Himalayas are conspicuous by the absence of
Which of the above statements is / are correct : the Shiwalik formations. In place of the
a. 1 only Shiwaliks here, the duar formations are
b.2 only important which have also been used for the
c. Both 1 and 2 development of tea gardens.
d.Neither 1 nor 2
28. Q Arrange the following hills/ range from
Ans:b South to North :
Explanation: Jhelum river is in youth stage. In 1. Naga Hills
Kashmir valley, the meanders in Jhelum river 2. Mizo Hills
are caused by the local base level provided by 3. Patkai Bum
the erstwhile larger lake of which the present Select the correct answer from the codes given
Dal Lake is a small part. below:
a. 3, 2, 1
26. Consider the following statements about b.3, 1, 2
Darjeeling Himalayas : c. 2, 1, 3
1. The higher reaches of the region are d.2, 3, 1
inhabited by a mixed population of Nepalis, Ans:c
Bengalis and tribals from Central India. Explanation: Self Explanatory
2. The southern part of the region is inhabited
by Lepcha tribes.
Which of the above statements is / are correct :
a. 1 only
b.2 only


29. Barak river flows through which of the b.1 and 2 only
following state(s) : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. Manipur d.1 and 3 only
2. Sikkim
3. Assam Ans:a
Select the correct answer from the codes given Explanation: Bhabhar is a narrow belt
below: ranging between 8-10 km parallel to the
a. 1 and 2 only Shiwalik foothills. Streams disappear in this
b.2 and 3 only zone. Tarai is a belt with an approximate
c. 1, 2 and 3 width of 10-20km where most of the streams
d.1 and 3 only and rivers re-emerge without having any
Ans:d properly demarcated channel, thereby
Explanation: Barak River is one of major rivers creating marshy and swampy conditions.
of South Assam. The 564 kilometres long
river is part of Surma-Meghna River System.
It rises in hill country of Manipur where it is 32. Consider the following statements about
biggest and most important of hill country Peninsular plateau :
rivers. After Manipur it flows through 1. It is one of the oldest and the most stable
Mizoram and Assam. It later enters landmass of India.
Bangladesh where it forks into Surma and 2. The general elevation of the plateau is from
Kushiyara rivers. The sixth national waterway the east to the west.
stretch is on this river. Which of the above statements is / are
correct :
30. Consider the following statements : a. 1 only
1. Loktak lake is in Mizoram. b.2 only
2. Manipur is also known as the Molassis basin. c. Both 1 and 2
Which of the above statements is / are correct : d.Neither 1 nor 2
a. 1 only Ans:a
b.2 only Explanation: The general elevation of the
c. Both 1 and 2 plateau is from the west to the east.
d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:d 33. Consider the following statements :
Explanation: The physiography of Manipur is 1. Western Ghats are comparatively higher
unique by the presence of large Loktak lake, than Eastern Ghats.
which is surrounded by mountains from all 2. The Eastern and Western Ghats meet each
the sides. Mizoram is also known as the other at the Nilgiri Hills.
Molassis basin. Which of the above statements is / are correct :
a. 1 only
31. Consider the following statements about b.2 only
Tarai belt : c. Both 1 and 2
1. It is narrower than Bhabar zone. d.Neither 1 nor 2
2. The streams disappear in Tarai belt. Ans:c
3. The Tarai belt has a luxurious growth of Explanation: Western Ghats are
vegetation and it houses a varied wild life. comparatively higher than Eastern Ghats. The
Select the correct answer from the codes given Eastern and Western Ghats meet each other
below: at the Nilgiri Hills.
a. 3 only


1. Saddle peak
34. Arrange the following mountain peaks from North Andaman
East to West 2. Mount Diavolo
1. Mt Makalu Middle Andaman
2. Mt Everest
3. Mt Kanchenjunga
Select the correct answer from the codes given 37. Consider the following statements about
below: Lakshadweep islands :
a. 3, 2, 1 1. The entire group of islands is made up of
b.3, 1, 2 corals.
c. 2, 1, 3 2. Minicoy is the largest island of Lakshadweep.
d.2, 3, 1 3. The entire group of island is divided by Eight
Ans:b Degree channel.
Explanation: Self Explanatory Select the correct answer from the codes given
below:
35. Consider the following statements about a. 1 and 2 only
Meghalaya Plateau : b. 2 and 3 only
1. It receives maximum rainfall from North east c. 1 and 3 only
monsoon. d. 1, 2 and 3
2. It is rich is limestone and uranium. Ans:a
Which of the above statements is / are correct : Explanation: The entire group of island is
a. 1 only divided by Eleventh Degree channel, north of
b.2 only which is the Amini Island and to the south the
c. Both 1 and 2 Canannore island.
d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:b
1. The drainage pattern resembling the
Explanation: Meghalaya plateau is rich in
branches of a tree is known as centripetal.
mineral resources like coal, iron ore,
2. When the primary tributaries of rivers flow
sillimanite, limestone and uranium. It
parallel to each other and secondary
receives maximum rainfall from South west
tributaries join them at right angles, the
monsoon.
pattern is known as dendritic.
36. Consider the following pairs :
Which of the above statements is / are correct :
Mountain peaks Location
a. 1 only
1. Saddle peak Middle Andaman
b.2 only
2. Mount Diavolo North Andaman
c. Both 1 and 2
3. Mount Koyob South Andaman
d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:d
below:
Explanation: 1. The drainage pattern
a. 2 and 3 only
resembling the branches of a tree is known as
b.1 and 2 only
"dendritic".
c. 1, 2 and 3
2. When the primary tributaries of rivers
d.3 only
flow parallel to each other and secondary
Ans:d
tributaries join them at right angles, the
Explanation: Mountain peaks
pattern is known as "trellis".
Location


3. When the rivers originate from a hill and c. Both 1 and 2
flow in all directions, the drainage pattern is d.Neither 1 nor 2
known as radial. Ans:c
4. When the rivers discharge their waters Explanation: It originates from a glacier near
from all directions in a lake or depression, the Bokhar Chu in the Tibet. It enters Pakistan
pattern is known as centripetal. near Chillar in the Dardistan region.
39. Arrange the following rivers from East to 42. Consider the following statements about
West : Jhelum River :
1. Ken 1. It rises from a spring at Verinag situated at
2. Chambal the foot of the Pir Panjal.
3. Betwa 2. It joins Ravi near Jhang in Pakistan.
4. Sind Which of the above statements is / are correct :
Select the correct answer from the codes given a. 1 only
below: b.2 only
a. 2, 1, 4, 3 c. Both 1 and 2
b.1, 4, 3, 2 d.Neither 1 nor 2
c. 1, 3, 4, 2 Ans:a
d.2, 3, 4, 1 Explanation: It joins Chenab near Jhang in
Ans:c Pakistan.
Explanation: Self Explanatory
40. Consider the following statements : Ravi river :
1. A river drains the water collected from a 1. It is the largest tributary of Indus.
specific area, which is called its watershed 2. It rises east of the Rohtang pass in the
area. Manali hills.
2.An area drained by a river and its tributaries 3. It joins Chenab near Sarai Sidhu.
is called a drainage basin. Select the correct answer from the codes given
Which of the above statements is / are correct : below:
a. 1 only a. 1 and 2 only
b.2 only b.2 and 3 only
c. Both 1 and 2 c. 3 only
d.Neither 1 nor 2 d.1, 2 and 3
Ans:b Ans:c
Explanation: A river drains the water Explanation: Chenab is the largest tributary
collected from a specific area, which is called of the Indus. Ravi rises west of the Rohtang
its " catchment area". pass in the Kullu hills of Himachal Pradesh
and flows through the Chamba valley of the
41. Consider the following statements about state.
Indus River :
1. It originates from a glacier near Bokhar Chu 44. Which of the following river(s) is / are the
in the Tibet. tributary / tributaries of Indus river :
2. It enters Pakistan near Chillar in the 1. Nubra
Dardistan region. 2. Dras
Which of the above statements is / are correct : 3. Tochi
a. 1 only Select the correct answer from the codes given
b.2 only below:


a. 1 and 2 only c. 2 only
b.2 and 3 only d. 1 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only Ans:b
d.1, 2 and 3 Explanation: The major left bank tributaries of
Ans:d Brahmaputra are - Burhi Dihing, Dhansari and
Explanation: Self Explanatory Kalang.
The major right bank tributaries of
45. Which of the following river(s) is / are the Brahmaputra are - Subansiri, Kameng, Manas
left bank tributary / tributaries of Ganga : and Sankosh.
1. Son
2. Ramganga 48. Consider the following statements about
3. Gomati Godavari river :
Select the correct answer from the codes given 1. It rises near Mahabaleshwar in Sahyadri.
below: 2. Its tributaries run through the states of
a. 1 and 3 only Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh,
b.1 and 2 only Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.
c. 1, 2 and 3 Which of the above statements is / are correct :
d.2 and 3 only a. 1 only
b. 2 only
Ans:d
c. Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Son is a major right bank d. Neither 1 nor 2
tributary of Ganga. The important left bank
tributaries of Ganga are - Ramganga, Gomati, Ans:b
Ghaghara, Gandak, Kosi and Mahanada. Explanation: Godavari rises in the Nasik
district of Maharashtra.
Alaknanada river : 49. Which of the following is / are west flowing
1. It rises in the Gangotri glacier near Gaumukh. river(s):
2. It meets Bhagirathi at Karna Prayag. 1. Sabarmati
Which of the above statements is / are correct : 2. Mahi
a. 1 only 3. Penner
b.2 only Select the correct answer from the codes given
d.Neither 1 nor 2 a. 1 and 3 only
Ans:d b.1 and 2 only
Explanation: Alaknanda has its source at c. 1, 2 and 3
Satopanth glacier above Badrinath. It meets d.2 and 3 only
Bhagirathi at Devprayag. Ans:b
Explanation: Penner is an eastward flowing
47. Which among the following is / are right river.
bank tributary / tributaries of Brahmaputra :
1. Burhi Dihing 50. Which of the following is correct about
2. Kalang Himalayan river system:
3. Manas 1. The rivers are in their youthful age.
Select the correct answer from the codes given 2. The rivers have dendritic pattern of drainage.
below: 3. The rivers experience headward erosion.
a. 1 and 2 only Select the correct answer from the codes given
b. 3 only
below:

a. 1 and 3 only 2. Distance from the sea
b.1 and 2 only 3. Distribution of land and water
c. 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer from the codes given
d.2 and 3 only below:
Ans:c a. 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Himalayan river system have b.2 and 3 only
following characteristics: c. 1, 2 and 3
1. The rivers are in their youthful age. d.1 and 2 only
2. The rivers have dendritic pattern of drainage. Ans:c
3. The rivers experience headward erosion. Explanation: factors that determine the
climate of India :
51. Which of the following city / cities is / are 1. Latitude
located in the Khasi Hills of Meghalaya ? 2. Distance from the sea
1. Cherrapunji 3. Distribution of land and water
2. Mawsynram
3. Tura 54. Consider the following statements about
Select the correct answer from the codes given Western Cyclonic Disturbance :
below: 1. They originate over the Mediterranean Sea.
a. 1 only 2. They are brought into India by the easterly
b.2 and 3 only jet stream.
c. 1 and 2 only Which of the above statements is / are correct:
d.1, 2 and 3 a. 1 only
Ans:c b.2 only
Explanation: Tura is situated in the Garo Hills c. Both 1 and 2
of Meghalaya. d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:a
Explanation: The western cyclonic
52. Consider the following statements about disturbances which enter the Indian
areas lying south of Tropic of cancer in India : subcontinent from the west and the
1. They experience high temperatures northwest during the winter months,
throughout the year. originate over the Mediterranean Sea and are
2. They experience high daily and annual range brought into India by the westerly jet stream.
of temperature.
Which of the above statements is / are correct: 55. Consider the following statements about
a. 1 only weather in the summer season :
b.2 only 1. The Inter Tropical Convergence Zone shifts
c. Both 1 and 2 northwards roughly parallel to the Himalayas
d.Neither 1 nor between 20˚ N and 25˚ N by middle of July.
Ans:a 2. By middle of july the westerly jet streams
Explanation: The tropical zone being nearer withdraws from the Indian region.
to the equator , experiences high Which of the above statements is / are correct?
temperatures throughout the year with a. 1 only
small daily and annual range. b.2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
53. Which of the following factor(s) determine d.Neither 1 nor 2
the climate of India : Ans:c
1. Latitude

Explanation: in summers the Inter Tropical 2. The monsoon shows a declining trend from
Convergence Zone shifts northwards roughly the southeast towards the northwest over
parallel to the Himalayas between 20˚ N and the North Indian plain.
25˚ N by middle of July. By middle of july the Which of the above statements is / are correct:
westerly jet streams withdraws from the a. 1 only
Indian region. b.2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
56. Consider the following statements about d.Neither 1 nor 2
Inter Tropical Convergence Zone(ITCZ) : Ans:b
1. ITCZ is a low pressure zone located at the Explanation: The monsoon shows a declining
equator. trend from west to east over the west coast.
2. It is a zone where air tends to ascend.
Which of the above statements is / are correct: 59. Consider the following statements :
a. 1 only 1. During the south west monsoon period after
b.2 only having rains for a few days, if rain fails to
c. Both 1 and 2 occur for one or more weeks, it is known as
d.Neither 1 nor 2 break in the monsoon.
Ans:c 2. Over the west coast the dry spells are
Explanation: ITCZ is a low pressure zone associated with days when winds blow
located at the equator. It is a zone where air tends parallel to the coast.
to ascend. Which of the above statements is / are correct:
a. 1 only
57. Which of the following is / are the effect(s) b.2 only
of El Nino : c. Both 1 and 2
1. Distortion of equatorial atmospheric d.Neither 1 nor 2
circulation. Ans:c
2. Irregularities in the evaporation of sea water. Explanation: Self Explanatory
3. Reduction in the amount of planktons.
Which of the above statements is / are correct: 60. During October and November, northeast
a. 1 and 3 only monsoon while crossing over the Bay of
b.2 and 3 only Bengal cause torrential rainfall over , which
c. 1, 2 and 3 of the following regions :
d.1 and 2 only 1. Tamil Nadu coast
Ans:c 2. West Bengal
Explanation: Effect(s) of El Nino : 3. Southern Andhra Pradesh
Which of the above statements is / are correct:
1. Distortion of equatorial atmospheric a. 1 and 3 only
circulation. b.2 and 3 only
2. Irregularities in the evaporation of sea water. c. 1, 2 and 3
3. Reduction in the amount of planktons. d.1 and 2 only
Ans:a
58. Which of the following is correct Indian Explanation: During October and November,
monsoon : northeast monsoon while crossing over the
1. The monsoon shows a declining trend from Bay of Bengal causes torrential rainfall over
east to west over the west coast. the Tamil Nadu coast, southern Andhra
Pradesh, southeast Karnataka and southeast
Kerala.

61. Consider the following pairs : Explanation: Towards the end of summer ,
Seasons Months ( According to the there are pre monsoon showers which are a
IndianCalendar ) common phenomena in Kerala and coastal
1. Sharada Magha-Phalguna areas of Karnataka. Locally they are known as
2. Shishira Asvina-Karthika mango showers since they help in the early
3. Grishma Sravana-Bhadra ripening of mangoes.
below: 64. Consider the following statements about
a. 1, 2 and 3 Nor-westers:
b.2 and 3 only 1. They are evening thunderstorms in Bengal
c. 1 and 2 only and Assam.
d.None of the above 2. The are useful for tea, jute and rice
Ans:d cultivation.
Explanation: Which of the above statements is / are correct:
Seasons Months ( According a. 1 only
to the Indian Calendar ) b.2 only
1. Sharada Asvina-Kartika c. Both 1 and 2
2. Shishira Magha-Phalgun d.Neither 1 nor 2
3. Grishma Jyaistha-Asadha
Ans:c
62. During monsoons the intensity of rainfall Explanation: Nor westers : These are
over the west coast of India is determined by dreaded thunderstorms in Bengal and Assam.
which of the following factor(s) : Their notorious nature can be understood
1. The offshore meteorological conditions on from the local nomenclature of "Kalbaisakhi"
west coast. a calamity of the month of Baisakh. These
2. The position of the equatorial jet stream showers are useful for tea, jute and rice
along the western coast of Africa. cultivation. In Assam, these storms are
Which of the above statements is / are correct: known as 'Bardoli CHheerha'.
a. 1 only
b.2 only 65. The coast of Tamil Nadu remains dry during
c. Both 1 and 2 south west monsoon. Which among the
d.Neither 1 nor 2 following could be the reason ?
Ans:a 1. It is situated parallel to the Bay of Bengal
Explanation: The position of the equatorial branch of southwest monsoon.
jet stream along the eastern coast of Africa. 2. It lies on the rainshadow area of the Bay of
Bengal branch of the southwest monsoon.
63. Consider the following statements about Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Mango showers : a. 1 only
1. They are common at the end of winter. b.2 only
2. They are a common phenomena in Kerala c. Both 1 and 2
and coastal areas of Karnataka. d.Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the above statements is / are correct: Ans:a
a. 1 only Explanation: Tamil Nadu lies on the
b.2 only rainshadow area of the Arabian Sea branch of
c. Both 1 and 2 the southwest monsoon.
d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:b

66. Which of the following is / are correct 69. Which of the following species is / are
about the characteristic of Indian south west found in Tropical Evergreen :
monsoon: 1. Rosewood
1. It has a declining trend with increasing 2. Mahogany
distance from the sea. 3. Khair
2. It comes in a heavy downpour leading to Select the correct answer from the codes given
considerable run off and soil erosion. below:
Which of the above statements is / are correct? a. 1 and 3 only
a. 1 only b.1 and 2 only
b.2 only c. 1, 2 and 3
c. Both 1 and 2 d.2 and 3 only
d.Neither 1 nor 2 Ans:b
Ans:c Explanation: Khair belongs to semi evergreen
Explanation: Self Explanatory forest.
67. Which of the following areas receive 70. Consider the following statements about
rainfall between 100-200 cm ? semi evergreen forests :
1. Western Uttar Pradesh 1. These forests have a mixture of evergreen
2. Southern parts of Gujarat and moist deciduous trees.
3. Bihar 2. Main species found in these forests are cedar
Select the correct answer from the codes given and kail.
below: Which of the above statements is / are correct:
a. 1 and 3 only a. 1 only
b.1 and 2 only b.2 only
c. 1, 2 and 3 c. Both 1 and 2
d.2 and 3 only d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:d Ans:c
Explanation: Western Uttar Pradesh receives Explanation: Self Explanatory
rainfall - between 50 to 100 cm.
68. Consider the following statements about Tropical Deciduous Forest
Tropical Evergreen forests in India : 1. They are the most widespread forests in
1. They are found in warm and humid areas India.
with an annual precipitation between 100 to 2.They are also called the monsoon forests.
200cm. 3. They are spread over regions which receive
2. They are found in areas with annual rainfall between 70-200 cm.
temperature above 22˚ C. Select the correct answer from the codes given
Which of the above statements is / are correct: below:
a. 1 only a. 1, 2 and 3
b.2 only b.1 and 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2 c. 2 and 3 only
d.Neither 1 nor 2 d.1 only
Ans:b Ans:a
Explanation: They are found in warm and Explanation: Self Explanatory
humid areas with an annual precipitation of
over 200cm.

72. The moist deciduous forests is / are found b.2 only
in which of the following regions : c. Both 1 and 2
1. Western slopes of the Western Ghats, d.Neither 1 nor 2
2. Northeastern states along the foothills of Ans:d
Himalayas Explanation: Tropical evergreen forests are
3. Odisha well stratified, with layers closer to the
Select the correct answer from the codes given ground and are covered with shrubs and
below: creepers with short structured trees followed
a. 1 and 2 only by tall variety of trees.
b.2 and 3 only There is no definite time for trees to shed
c. 1, 2 and 3 their leaves, flowering and fruition.
d.1 and 3 only
Ans:b 75. Which of the following specie(s) is / are
Explanation: The Moist deciduous forests are found in dry deciduous forest
more pronounced in the regions which 1. Khair
record rainfall between 100-200 cm. These 2. Neem
forests are found in the northeastern states 3. Khejri
along the foothills of Himalayas, eastern Select the correct answer from the codes given
slopes of the Western Ghats and Odisha. below:
a. 1 and 2 only
73. Q Consider the following statements about b.2 and 3 only
Dry Deciduous forests : c. 1, 2 and 3
1. They are found in areas with rainfall between d.1 and 3 only
100- 200 cm. Ans:c
2. On the wetter margins, these forest have a Explanation: Important species found are -
transition to evergreen forests while on the babool, ber and wild date palm, khair, neem,
drier margins to moist deciduous forests. khejri, palas etc.
a. 1 only
b.2 only 76. Consider the following statements about
c. Both 1 and 2 Northern mountain forests
d.Neither 1 nor 2 Assertion (A) : The southern slopes of the
Himalayas carry a thicker vegetation than the
Ans:d northern slope.
Explanation: 1. They are found in areas with Reason (R) : The southern slopes of the
rainfall between 70- 100 cm. Himalayas receive more rainfall as compared
2. On the wetter margins, these forest have a to north facing slope.
transition to moist deciduous forests while a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct
on the drier margins to thorn forests. explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct
74. Which of the following is / are correct explanation of A.
about Evergreen forest :
1. These forests are not stratified.
Ans:a
2. There is a definite time for trees to shed
Explanation: Self Explanatory
their leaves, flowering and fruition.
a. 1 only

77. Which of the following trees is / are found 80. As per State of Forest Report 2017 which of
in the southern mountain forests : the following state / union territory has zero
1. Magnolia Very Dense Forest ?
2. Laurel a. Lakshadweep
3. Chinar b.Andaman and Nicobar
Select the correct answer from the codes given c. Rajasthan
below: d.Goa
a. 1 and 2 only
b.2 and 3 only Ans:a
c. 1, 2 and 3 Explanation: Lakshadweep has zero Very
d.1 and 3 only Dense Forest as per State of Forest Report of
Ans:a FSI.
Explanation: Chinar is found in Kashmir.
81. Consider the following pairs :
Project Year of Launch
78. Consider the following pairs : 1. Project Tiger 1973
Ramsar Site State 2. Project Elephant 1990
1. Hokera Wetland Punjab 3. Crocodile Breeding Project 1975
2. Kanji Wetland Jammu and Kashmir Select the correct answer from the codes given
3. Bhoj Wetland Madhya Pradesh below:
Select the correct answer from the codes given a. 1 and 2 only
below: b. 2 and 3 only
a. 2 only c. 1, 2 and 3
b.2 and 3 only d.1 and 3 only
c. 3 only Ans:d
d.1 and 3 only Explanation: Project Tiger was launched in
Ans:c 1973 to ensure maintenance of viable
Explanation: Ramsar Site State population of tigers in India for scientific,
1. Hokera Wetland Jammu and Kashmir aesthetic, cultural and ecological values and to
2. Kanji Wetland Punjab preserve areas of biological importance as
natural heritage for the benefit, education and
79. Mangroves in India can be found in which enjoyment of the people.
of the following region(s): Project Crocodile was launched in 1975 with
1. Andaman and Nicobar support from the United Nations
2. Sunderbans Development Programme and Food and
3. Krishna river delta Agriculture Organisation. The project
Select the correct answer from the codes given included an intensive captive rearing and
below: breeding program intended to restock
a. 1 and 2 only depleted Gharial habitats.
b.2 and 3 only Project Elephant was launched in 1992 to assist
c. 1, 2 and 3 states having free ranging population of wild
d.1 and 3 only elephants. It was aimed at ensuring long term
Ans:c survival of identified viable population of
Explanation: Self Explanatory elephants in their natural habitat.

82. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve is located on 85. Consider the following statements about
which of the following Hills? Alluvial Soil :
a. Khasi 1. They cover about 40 percent of the total
b.Jaintia area of the country.
c. Garo 2. They vary in nature from sandy loam to clay.
d.Both (a) and (b) 3. They are generally rich in phosphorous but
Ans:c poor in potash.
Explanation: Nokrek National Park, the core Select the correct answer from the codes given
area of Nokrek Biosphere Reserve, is a below:
national park located approximately 2 km a. 1 only
from Tura Peak in West Garo Hills district of b.1 and 2 only
Meghalaya, India. UNESCO added this c. 3 only
National park to its list of Biosphere Reserves d.1 and 3 only
in May 2009.
Ans:b
83. Consider the following pairs : Explanation: They are generally rich in potash
Biosphere Reserve State but poor in phosphorous
1. Dibru-Saikhowa Arunachal Pradesh
2. Panchmari Maharashtra 86. Consider the following statements about
3. Simlipal Odisha the types of alluvial soil :
Select the correct answer from the codes given 1. Bhangar is the old alluvium , which is
below: deposited away from the flood plains.
a. 1 only 2. Khadar is the new alluvium deposited by
b.3 only floods annually.
c. 2 and 3 only 3. Only Bhangar contains calcareous
d.1 and 2 only concretions.
Ans:b Select the correct answer from the codes given
Explanation: Biosphere Reserve State below:
1. Dibru-Saikhowa Assam a. 1 and 2 only
2. Panchmari Madhya Pradesh b.2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2 and 3
84. As per Indian Council of Agricultural d.1 and 3 only
Research which of the following soil occupies Ans:a
the largest area in India ? Explanation: Both the Khadar and Bhangar
a. Inceptisols soils contain calcareous concretions(Kankars).
b.Entisols
c. Alfisols 87. Black soil can be found in which of the
d.Vertisols following state(s) :
Ans:a 1. Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Inceptisols - 39.74 % 2. Maharashtra
Entisols - 28.08 % 3. Gujarat
Alfisols - 13.55 % Select the correct answer from the codes given
Vertisols - 8.52 % below:
a. 2 only
b.2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2 and 3
d.1 and 2 only

Ans:c Select the correct answer from the codes given
Explanation: Black soil covers most of the below:
Deccan Plateau which includes parts of a. 1 only
Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, b.2 only
Andhra Pradesh and some parts of Tamil c. Both 1 and 2
Nadu. d.Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:b
88. Consider the following statements about Explanation: Self Explanatory
Black Soil :
1. They are generally clayey, deep and 91. Consider the following statements about
impermeable. Laterite Soils :
2. They retain moisture for a very short time. 1.They develop in areas with low temperature
Which of the above statements is / are correct: and low rainfall.
a. 1 only 2. They are widely cut as brick for use in house
b.2 only construction.
c. Both 1 and 2 Which of the above statements is / are correct:
d.Neither 1 nor 2 a. 1 only
Ans:a b.2 only
Explanation: Black soil swells and become c. Both 1 and 2
sticky when wet and shrink when dried. So d.Neither 1 nor 2
during the dry season, these soil develop Ans:b
wide cracks. Thus, there occurs a kind of self Explanation: Laterite soils develop in areas
ploughing. Because of. This character of slow with high temperature and high rainfall.
absorption and loss of moisture, the black
soil retinas moisture for a very long time. 92. Consider the following statements about
Arid soils :
89. The Red and Yellow soil is / are rich in 1. They are generally sandy in structure and
which of the following nutrient(s): saline in nature.
1. Nitrogen 2. The colour of the soil varies from the light
2. Phosphorous grey to ash grey.
3. Humus Which of the above statements is / are correct:
Select the correct answer from the codes given a. 1 only
below: b.2 only
a. 1, 2 and 3 c. Both 1 and 2
b.2 and 3 only d.Neither 1 nor 2
c. 3 only Ans:a
d.None of the above Explanation: Arid soils range from red to
Ans:d brown in colour.
Explanation: Red and Yellow soil are generally
poor in nitrogen, phosphorous and humus. 93. Consider the following statements about
Saline soils:
90. Consider the following statements about 1. They are rich in nitrogen and calcium.
Red Laterite Soils : 2. They are also known as Usara soils.
1. They are found in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Which of the above statements is / are correct:
Pradesh and Kerala. a. 1 only
2. They are suitable for tree crops like b.2 only
cashewnut. c. Both 1 and 2

d.Neither 1 nor 2 Select the correct answer from the codes given
Ans:b below:
Explanation: They lack nitrogen and calcium. a. 1 and 2 only
b.2 and 3 only
94. Consider the following statements about c. 1, 2 and 3
Peaty soils : d.1 and 3 only
1. They are found in the areas of heavy rainfall Ans:c
and high humidity, where there is a good Explanation: Self Explanatory
growth of vegetation.
2. Organic matter in these soils is less than 10 97. Arrange the following World Conference on
percent. Disaster Risk Reduction chronologically:
Which of the above statements is / are correct: 1. Sendai
a. 1 only 2. Yokohoma
b.2 only 3. Kobe
c. Both 1 and 2 Select the correct answer from the codes given
d.Neither 1 nor 2 below:
Ans:a a. 2, 1, 3
Explanation: They are found in the areas of b. 2, 3, 1
heavy rainfall and high humidity, where there c. 3, 2, 1
is a good growth of vegetation.Thus large d. 3, 1, 3
quantity of dead organic matter accumulates Ans:b
in these areas and this gives a rich humus and Explanation: 1. Yokohoma - First Conference
organic content to the soil.Organic matter in on Natural Disasters
peaty soils may go even upto 40-50 per cent. 2. Kobe- Second World Conference on Disaster
Reduction
95. Consider the following statements about 3. Sendai- Third UN Conference on Disaster Risk
Forest Soils: Reduction
1. They are loamy and silty on valley sides and
coarse grained in the upper slopes. 98. Which of the following area(s) is / are
2. In the snow bound areas of the Himalayas included in Very High Damage Risk Zone due
these soils are acidic with low humus to Earthquake in India
content. 1. Kashmir valley
Which of the above statements is / are correct: 2. Tamil Nadu
a. 1 only 3. Kerala
b.2 only Select the correct answer from the codes given
d.Neither 1 nor 2 a. 1 only
Ans:c b. 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Self Explanatory c. 1, 2 and 3
d. 2 and 3 only
96. Consider the following statements : Ans:a
1. Sheet erosion takes place on level lands after Explanation: Very High Damage Risk Zone-
heavy shower. North eastern states, areas to the north of
2. Gully erosion is common on steep slopes. Darbhanga and Araria along the Indo-Nepal
3. A region with a large number of deep gullies border in Bihar, Uttaranchal, West Himachal
or ravines is called a badland topography. Pradesh ( around Dharmashala) and Kashmir

Valley in the Himalayan region and the
Kuchchh(Gujarat).

Tsunami :
Assertion (A) : The impact of Tsunami is less
over the ocean and more near the coast.
Reason (R) : The speed of wave in the ocean
depends upon the depth of water.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct
explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct
explanation of A.
Ans:a
Explanation: The impact of Tsunami is less
over the ocean and more near the coast. The
speed of wave in the ocean depends upon
the depth of water.It is more in the shallow
water than in the ocean deep.

1. The energy to the tropical storm comes from
the latent heat released by the warm moist
air.
2. More tropical storms occur in Arabian sea as
compared to Bay of Bengal.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:a
Explanation: More cyclonic storms occur in
Bay of Bengal as compared to Arabian sea.

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