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1. Question
1 pointsCategory: Geography & EnvironmentWhich among the following is the Northernmost and southernmost part of India?
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Explanation: Union Territory of Ladakh and state of Tamil Nadu forms the northernmost and southernmost parts of India.
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Explanation: Union Territory of Ladakh and state of Tamil Nadu forms the northernmost and southernmost parts of India.
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2. Question
1 pointsCategory: Geography & EnvironmentIndia has the shortest land frontier with which of the following countries?
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Explanation: India has 15,106.7 Km of land border and a coastline of 7,516.6 Km including island territories. The length of our land borders with neighbouring countries is as under:
Name of the countryLength of the border (in Km)
Bangladesh4,096.7
China3,488
Pakistan3,323
Nepal1,751
Myanmar1,643
Bhutan699
Afghanistan106
Total 15,106.7Incorrect
Explanation: India has 15,106.7 Km of land border and a coastline of 7,516.6 Km including island territories. The length of our land borders with neighbouring countries is as under:
Name of the countryLength of the border (in Km)
Bangladesh4,096.7
China3,488
Pakistan3,323
Nepal1,751
Myanmar1,643
Bhutan699
Afghanistan106
Total 15,106.7 - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: Geography & EnvironmentConsider the following statements about Pamir Knot:
1. It is centered in the Gorno-Badakhshan, an autonomous region of eastern Tajikistan.
2. It is formed by Tian Shan, Karakoram, Kunlun and Sulaiman ranges.
Which of the above given statement is/are correct?Correct
Explanation: The unique orographic feature known as the Pamir Knot takes its name from the mountains on which it is centered, the Pamir. The “knot” refers to the convergence of some of the world’s major mountain ranges, including the Tian Shan, Karakorum, Kunlun, Hindu Kush, and Pamir systems.
While a number of countries claim to be home to the Pamir Knot, it is actually centered in the Gorno – Badakhshan autonomous region of eastern Tajikistan. Fringe areas extend into Afghanistan, Pakistan, China and Kyrgyzstan.
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Explanation: The unique orographic feature known as the Pamir Knot takes its name from the mountains on which it is centered, the Pamir. The “knot” refers to the convergence of some of the world’s major mountain ranges, including the Tian Shan, Karakorum, Kunlun, Hindu Kush, and Pamir systems.
While a number of countries claim to be home to the Pamir Knot, it is actually centered in the Gorno – Badakhshan autonomous region of eastern Tajikistan. Fringe areas extend into Afghanistan, Pakistan, China and Kyrgyzstan. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: Geography & EnvironmentMatch the following Himalayan Passes with their ranges:
Mountain Range Pass
1. Zaskar Mountainsa. Zoji La
2. Pir Panjal Rangeb. Banihal pass
3. Ladakh Range c. Photu La
4. Great Himalayad. Khardung La
Select the correct code:Correct
Explanation: Kashmir or Northwestern Himalayas
It comprises a series of ranges such as the Karakoram, Ladakh, Zaskar and Pir Panjal. The northeastern part of the Kashmir Himalayas is a cold desert, which lies between the Greater Himalayas and the Karakoram ranges. Between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range, lies the world famous valley of Kashmir and the famous Dal Lake. Important glaciers of South Asia such as the Baltoro and Siachen are also found in this region. The Kashmir Himalayas are also famous for Karewa formations, which are useful for the cultivation of Zafran, a local variety of saffron. Some of the important passes of the region are Zoji La on the Great Himalayas, Banihal on the Pir Panjal, Photu La on the Zaskar and Khardung La on the Ladakh range. Some of the important fresh lakes such as Dal and Wular and salt water lakes such as Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri are also in this region. This region is drained by the river Indus, and its tributaries such as the Jhelum and the Chenab. The Kashmir and northwestern Himalayas are well-known for their scenic beauty and picturesque landscape.Incorrect
Explanation: Kashmir or Northwestern Himalayas
It comprises a series of ranges such as the Karakoram, Ladakh, Zaskar and Pir Panjal. The northeastern part of the Kashmir Himalayas is a cold desert, which lies between the Greater Himalayas and the Karakoram ranges. Between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range, lies the world famous valley of Kashmir and the famous Dal Lake. Important glaciers of South Asia such as the Baltoro and Siachen are also found in this region. The Kashmir Himalayas are also famous for Karewa formations, which are useful for the cultivation of Zafran, a local variety of saffron. Some of the important passes of the region are Zoji La on the Great Himalayas, Banihal on the Pir Panjal, Photu La on the Zaskar and Khardung La on the Ladakh range. Some of the important fresh lakes such as Dal and Wular and salt water lakes such as Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri are also in this region. This region is drained by the river Indus, and its tributaries such as the Jhelum and the Chenab. The Kashmir and northwestern Himalayas are well-known for their scenic beauty and picturesque landscape. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: Geography & EnvironmentWhich of the following river doesn’t flow northwards?
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Explanation: Chambal, Betwa, Ken and Son are the northward flowing rivers. Kosi originates in Tibet and flows southwards to merge in Ganga.
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Explanation: Chambal, Betwa, Ken and Son are the northward flowing rivers. Kosi originates in Tibet and flows southwards to merge in Ganga.
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