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Daily Static MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams - Geography 07 Feb 2024

Daily Static MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams - Geography

Q1:

With reference to the Sundarban Delta, consider the following statements:

1. It is the world's largest and slowest growing delta.

2. Royal Bengal tigers are also found here.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The delta formed by the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers is known as the Sundarban Delta, which is located in West Bengal. Sundarban Delta is the largest and fastest growing delta in the world. The name of Sundarban Delta is taken from the Sundari plant found there. Royal Bengal tigers are also found here. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect and statement 2 is correct.

Q2:

Red laterite soils are found in:

1. The higher areas of the peninsular plateau

2. Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh and hilly areas of Odisha and Assam.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Red laterite soils are more suitable for the cultivation of tree crops like cashew in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Laterite soils are used to make bricks for building houses. These soils have developed mainly in the higher areas of the peninsular plateau. Laterite soils are commonly found in the hilly areas of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha and Assam. Hence, both statements 1 and 2 are correct.

Q3:

What can be done to stop global warming?

1. Reducing the use of fossil fuels

2. Reducing deforestation

3. Improving energy efficiency

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Several measures can be taken to prevent global warming, including, reducing the use of fossil fuels, reducing deforestation, improving energy efficiency, increasing the use of renewable energy sources, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) This includes following the recommendations etc. Hence, option (c) is the correct answer.

Q4:

With reference to river basin and watershed, consider the following statements:

1. The size of a river basin is small, whereas the size of a watershed is large.

2. They are the symbol of unity.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The area drained by a river and its tributaries is called 'drainage basin'. The boundary separating one drainage basin from another is called 'watershed' or 'watershed'. The catchment area of big rivers is called river basin while the area drained by small rivers and drains is called 'watershed'. The size of a river basin is large, while the size of a watershed is small. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

River basin and watershed are symbols of unity. The effect of changes in one part can be seen in other parts and the entire area. That is why these can be taken as micro, medium and large planning units and areas. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Q5:

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The western coast provides natural conditions for the development of ports and harbours.

Statement-II: The western coastal plain is a narrow submerged strip.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

B: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

C: Statement-l is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

D: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The western coastal plains are examples of submerged coastal plains. Due to being submerged, the western coastal plain is only a narrow strip and provides natural conditions for the development of ports and harbours. Hence, option (a) is the correct answer.