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[Questions]
Q1. In the Indian sub-continent, rivers in Northern India have meandering path while rivers in South India do not have meanders. Which of the following explains this anomaly correctly?
1. Peninsular Region has a hard rock surface.
2. Peninsular River Basin are Non-alluvial
3. Peninsular Rivers have regular supply of water as compared to rivers in North India.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d)1, 2 and 3
Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the incoming insolation on Earth
1. The equator receives less insolation than the tropics.
2. Insolation is more over the oceans than over the continents at the same latitude
3. The Ocean reflect more of the incoming insolation than Deserts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Q3. Saline soils can be reclaimed by
1. Providing good drainage.
2. Applying lime or gypsum.
3. Cultivating salt resistant crops.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Q4. Consider the following formations developed by the sea waves.
1. Stacks
2. Sea arches
3. Sea cliff
Which of the above formations are erosional features developed by sea waves?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Q5. If the sea surface temperature were to rise, which of the following could be the possible outcomes?
1. Possibility of large storms would decrease
2. Salinity of oceans would increase
3. Coral Bleaching would take place
4. Habitat destruction of certain mammals would take place
5. Decrease in invasive species and overall loss of biodiversity
Select the correct statements using the codes given below.
a) 2, 3 and 4 only
b) 1, 3 and 4 only
c) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Q6. Consider the following statements:
1. Montreal Protocol mandates phasing out substances that deplete the ozone layer.
2. The Montreal Protocol is among the first universally ratified treaties in UN history
3. The ozone layer protects the earth from both UVA and UVB radiation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Q7. Consider the following statements related to National Air Quality Index (AQI):
1. It is a comprehensive index to indicate the quality of air in a city and its impact on health.
2. Along with Green-house gases, AQI also monitors particulate matters.
3. Indian Meteorological Organisation is the agency in India that prepares it.
Select the correct statement using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
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