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When southwest monsoon winds descends on leeward side of Western Ghats they cause little or no rainfall. This happens because the winds get
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heated and humidity increases
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heated and humidity decreases
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cooled and humidity increases
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heated and humidity increases
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Typically, descending air gets warmer because of adiabatic compression down the leeward side of the mountain, which increases the moisture carrying capacity of the air and hence reduces the humidity.
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b
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:When southwest monsoon winds descends on leeward side of Western Ghats they cause little or no rainfall. This happens because the winds get ##Option_A: heated and humidity increases###Option_B: heated and humidity decreases##Option_C: cooled and humidity increases##Option_D: heated and humidity increases##Answer:b##Explaination:
Typically, descending air gets warmer because of adiabatic compression down the leeward side of the mountain, which increases the moisture carrying capacity of the air and hence reduces the humidity.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
Local wind
Beneficial for
1. Kalbaisakhi
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Jute cultivation
2. Loo
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Wheat cultivation
3. Cherry blossoms
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Grape cultivation
4. Mango showers
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Coffee cultivation
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 4 only
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3 and 4 only
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1 only
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Kalbaisakhi – They bring rainfall in West Bengal, Assam and Orissa before monsoon season and are beneficial for jute and rice cultivation.
Loo – they are strong and dusty summer winds in north India. They are not beneficial for any crop cultivation.
Cherry blossom – They cause rainfall along Kerela and Karnataka coast during pre-monsoon period and hence are beneficial for coffee cultivation in this area.
Mango showers - They cause rainfall along Karnataka coast during pre-monsoon period and hence are beneficial for early ripening of mangoes.
Loo – they are strong and dusty summer winds in north India. They are not beneficial for any crop cultivation.
Cherry blossom – They cause rainfall along Kerela and Karnataka coast during pre-monsoon period and hence are beneficial for Coffee cultivation in this area.
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a
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
Local wind
Beneficial for
1. Kalbaisakhi
:
Jute cultivation
2. Loo
:
Wheat cultivation
3. Cherry blossoms
:
Grape cultivation
4. Mango showers
:
Coffee cultivation
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 and 4 only
##Option_C: 3 and 4 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:a##Explaination:
Kalbaisakhi – They bring rainfall in West Bengal, Assam and Orissa before monsoon season and are beneficial for jute and rice cultivation.
Loo – they are strong and dusty summer winds in north India. They are not beneficial for any crop cultivation.
Cherry blossom – They cause rainfall along Kerela and Karnataka coast during pre-monsoon period and hence are beneficial for coffee cultivation in this area.
Mango showers - They cause rainfall along Karnataka coast during pre-monsoon period and hence are beneficial for early ripening of mangoes.
Loo – they are strong and dusty summer winds in north India. They are not beneficial for any crop cultivation.
Cherry blossom – They cause rainfall along Kerela and Karnataka coast during pre-monsoon period and hence are beneficial for Coffee cultivation in this area.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements: 1. The Deccan plateau gets low rainfall due to the rain shadow effect of Western ghats. 2. Alignment of Aravalis is one of the reasons for less rainfall in Rajasthan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. The deccan plateau receives low rainfall when compared to western parts of western ghats due to the rain shadow effect of western ghats. Statement 2 is correct because Aravali range is parallel to the direction of southwest monsoon. Hence no orographic rainfall.
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c
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. The Deccan plateau gets low rainfall due to the rain shadow effect of Western ghats. 2. Alignment of Aravalis is one of the reasons for less rainfall in Rajasthan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct. The deccan plateau receives low rainfall when compared to western parts of western ghats due to the rain shadow effect of western ghats. Statement 2 is correct because Aravali range is parallel to the direction of southwest monsoon. Hence no orographic rainfall.##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements:
1. Monsoon type of climate has distinct seasonal patterns
2. Monsoon climate is more clearly visible in Kerela as compared to Delhi
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Explanation –
Statement 1 correct – Monsoon type climate has marked difference in seasons such as hot dry summer, hot and wet rainy season, retreating monsoon and cold dry winters.
Statement 2 incorrect The coastal areas do not experience much variation in temperature due to effect of sea. Hence in kerela do not experience hot and cold weathers as intense as delhi.
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a
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. Monsoon type of climate has distinct seasonal patterns
2. Monsoon climate is more clearly visible in Kerela as compared to Delhi
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Both 1 and 2
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:a##Explaination:
Explanation –
Statement 1 correct – Monsoon type climate has marked difference in seasons such as hot dry summer, hot and wet rainy season, retreating monsoon and cold dry winters.
Statement 2 incorrect The coastal areas do not experience much variation in temperature due to effect of sea. Hence in kerela do not experience hot and cold weathers as intense as delhi.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which among the following is/are associated with hot weather season in India?
Kalbaisakhi
Bardoli Chheerha
Mango showers
Cherry blossoms
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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1, 3 and 4 only
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2, 3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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All the given are local storms associated with Hot Weather Season in India.
(i) Nor Westers : These are dreaded evening thunderstorms in Bengal and Assam. Their notorious nature can be understood from the local nomenclature of ‘Kalbaisakhi’, a calamity of the month of Baisakh. These showers are useful for tea, jute and rice cultivation. In Assam, these storms are known as “ Bardoli Chheerha ”.
(ii) Mango Shower : Towards the end of summer, there are pre-monsoon showers which are a common phenomena in Kerala and coastal
areas of Karnataka. Locally, they are known as mango showers since they help in the early ripening of mangoes.
(iii) Blossom Shower : With this shower, coffee flowers blossom in Kerala and nearby areas.
Hence, (d) is the correct answer.
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d
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which among the following is/are associated with hot weather season in India?
Kalbaisakhi
Bardoli Chheerha
Mango showers
Cherry blossoms
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 1, 3 and 4 only
##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:d##Explaination:
All the given are local storms associated with Hot Weather Season in India.
(i) Nor Westers : These are dreaded evening thunderstorms in Bengal and Assam. Their notorious nature can be understood from the local nomenclature of ‘Kalbaisakhi’, a calamity of the month of Baisakh. These showers are useful for tea, jute and rice cultivation. In Assam, these storms are known as “ Bardoli Chheerha ”.
(ii) Mango Shower : Towards the end of summer, there are pre-monsoon showers which are a common phenomena in Kerala and coastal
areas of Karnataka. Locally, they are known as mango showers since they help in the early ripening of mangoes.
(iii) Blossom Shower : With this shower, coffee flowers blossom in Kerala and nearby areas.
Hence, (d) is the correct answer.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following sub-branches of the Arabian sea branch of southwest monsoon merges with the Bay of Bengal branch? 1. Branch crossing Western Ghats and passing through Narmada and Tapi valley. 2. Branch traveling parallel to the Aravallis. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. This branch after crossing Narmada and Tapi valleys causes rainfall in Chotanagpur Plateau. After that, it enters the Ganga plains and merges with the Bay of bengal branch.
Statement 2 is correct. This branch merges with bay of bengal branch near Punjab and Haryana plains and then move towards Western Himalayas.
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c
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following sub-branches of the Arabian sea branch of southwest monsoon merges with the Bay of Bengal branch? 1. Branch crossing Western Ghats and passing through Narmada and Tapi valley. 2. Branch traveling parallel to the Aravallis. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct. This branch after crossing Narmada and Tapi valleys causes rainfall in Chotanagpur Plateau. After that, it enters the Ganga plains and merges with the Bay of bengal branch.
Statement 2 is correct. This branch merges with bay of bengal branch near Punjab and Haryana plains and then move towards Western Himalayas.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements.
1. Flora refers to assemblage of plant species living in association with each other in a given environmental set-up.
2. Vegetation refers to plants of particular region or period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is Incorrect. Flora refers to plants of particular region or period, listed as species and considered as group. For example, Eastern Himalayas have about 4000 species of plants which vary from tropical to temperate and alpine with increasing altitude.
Statement 2 is Incorrect. Vegetation refers to assemblage of plant species living in association with each other in a given environmental set-up. For example, the redwood forest, mangrove forest, cultivated gardens and lawns etc are all encompassed by the term vegetation.
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements.
1. Flora refers to assemblage of plant species living in association with each other in a given environmental set-up.
2. Vegetation refers to plants of particular region or period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Both 1 and 2
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is Incorrect. Flora refers to plants of particular region or period, listed as species and considered as group. For example, Eastern Himalayas have about 4000 species of plants which vary from tropical to temperate and alpine with increasing altitude.
Statement 2 is Incorrect. Vegetation refers to assemblage of plant species living in association with each other in a given environmental set-up. For example, the redwood forest, mangrove forest, cultivated gardens and lawns etc are all encompassed by the term vegetation.
##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of following are the characteristic features of Tropical Evergreen forests of India? 1. They are multilayered forests with dense canopy. 2. Trees reach great heights. 3. Trees shed their leaves during specific season. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is Correct. They are multilayered forests with dense canopy. They also have a dense layer of herbs and grasses, however due to dense canopy they do not grow much. Statement 2 is Correct. They reach great heights of over 60m. Statement 3 is Incorrect. They do not have fixed season to shed their leaves, to flower or fruition. That is why they appear to be green all-year round.
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b
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of following are the characteristic features of Tropical Evergreen forests of India? 1. They are multilayered forests with dense canopy. 2. Trees reach great heights. 3. Trees shed their leaves during specific season. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is Correct. They are multilayered forests with dense canopy. They also have a dense layer of herbs and grasses, however due to dense canopy they do not grow much. Statement 2 is Correct. They reach great heights of over 60m. Statement 3 is Incorrect. They do not have fixed season to shed their leaves, to flower or fruition. That is why they appear to be green all-year round.##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which among the following are found in the state of Tamil Nadu? 1. Tropical dry evergreen Forests. 2. Tropical deciduous Forests. 3. Littoral and swamp forests. 4. Montane forests. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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All the given five vegetation types are found in Tamil Nadu: 1. Tropical Evergreen Forests 2. Tropical Deciduous Forests 3. Littoral and Swamp forests 4. Montane forests
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following are found in the state of Tamil Nadu? 1. Tropical dry evergreen Forests. 2. Tropical deciduous Forests. 3. Littoral and swamp forests. 4. Montane forests. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1, 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:All the given five vegetation types are found in Tamil Nadu: 1. Tropical Evergreen Forests 2. Tropical Deciduous Forests 3. Littoral and Swamp forests 4. Montane forests##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which among the following trees are example of Tropical Deciduous vegetation? 1. Mulberry 2. Sisham 3. Rosewood 4. Sandalwood Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1, 2 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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1, 2 and 4 only
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Types of trees found in Moist Decidous forests: sal, teak, shisham, sandalwood, mahua, mulberry, palas, semul etc.
Types of trees found in Dry Decidous forests: sal, teak, tendu, palas, amaltas, khair etc.
Types of trees found in Tropical Evergreen Forests are: rosewood, ebony, toon, bamboos, chapla, gurjan, telsur, sissoo etc.
Types of trees found in Tropical Desert Forests: ber, babool, neem, dates etc.
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a
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following trees are example of Tropical Deciduous vegetation? 1. Mulberry 2. Sisham 3. Rosewood 4. Sandalwood Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 4 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 4 only##Answer:a##Explaination:
Types of trees found in Moist Decidous forests: sal, teak, shisham, sandalwood, mahua, mulberry, palas, semul etc.
Types of trees found in Dry Decidous forests: sal, teak, tendu, palas, amaltas, khair etc.
Types of trees found in Tropical Evergreen Forests are: rosewood, ebony, toon, bamboos, chapla, gurjan, telsur, sissoo etc.
Types of trees found in Tropical Desert Forests: ber, babool, neem, dates etc.
##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements regarding Montane Forests:
1. They are characterised by mixed species broad leaved evergreen trees and conifers.
2. They are found in Nilgiri and Vindhyanchal range.
3. Dates and Babool are important tree species found here.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is Correct. These forests occur at an altitude between 1000m to 4000m. These forests contain mixed species of broad leaved evergreen forests and conifers. They also contain scrubs, creepers and ferns.
Statement 2 is Correct. These forests cover the entire Himalayan zone from Kashmir to Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. In the Peninsular India, they are found in Vindhyanchal range, Nilgiri and Western Ghats.
Statement 3 is Incorrect. Dates and Babool are important tree species of Tropical thorn forests. Som important species of Montane forests are: spruce, deodar, walnut, chestnut, cedar, jamun etc.
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding Montane Forests:
1. They are characterised by mixed species broad leaved evergreen trees and conifers.
2. They are found in Nilgiri and Vindhyanchal range.
3. Dates and Babool are important tree species found here.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 1 and 2 only
##Option_C: 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is Correct. These forests occur at an altitude between 1000m to 4000m. These forests contain mixed species of broad leaved evergreen forests and conifers. They also contain scrubs, creepers and ferns.
Statement 2 is Correct. These forests cover the entire Himalayan zone from Kashmir to Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. In the Peninsular India, they are found in Vindhyanchal range, Nilgiri and Western Ghats.
Statement 3 is Incorrect. Dates and Babool are important tree species of Tropical thorn forests. Som important species of Montane forests are: spruce, deodar, walnut, chestnut, cedar, jamun etc.
##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following statements defines Agro-forestry?
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The practice of forestry on lands outside the conventional forest area for the benefit of local population
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The practice of forestry in all its aspect on farms of village lands generally integrated with other farm operations.
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A sustainable land management system which increases the yield of the land, combines the production of crops and forest plants and/or animals simultaneously.
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The practice of forestry on lands outside the conventional forest area for the benefit of local population
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The various forms of social forestry are:
Community Forestry: The practice of forestry on lands outside the conventional forest area for the benefit of local population has been called Community forestry. Community forestry seeks the involvement of community in the creation and management of such forests.
Farm Forestry: Farm Forestry is defined as the practice of forestry in all its aspect on farms of village lands generally integrated with other farm operations.
Extension Forestry: Extension forestry which includes the activity of raising trees on farm lands, villages wastelands and community forest areas and on lands along the sides of roads, canal banks and railway lines (Anon., 1976). More recently, there has been emphasis on dynamic land use planning and efforts are made to maximise production on farmlands under agroforestry.
Agro-Forestry: Agro-forestry has been defined as a sustainable land management system which increases the yield of the land, combines the production of crops and forest plants and/or animals simultaneously or sequentially on the same unit of land and applies management practices that are compatible with the cultural practices of the local population.
Recreational Forestry: More recently, there has been considerable demand for Recreational forestry, which is defined as the practice of forestry with the object of developing and maintaining forests of high scenic value. Recreational forests are being developed near towns and cities. The areas are being planted with flowering trees, shrubs and creepers to provide forest atmosphere near towns and cities.
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c
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements defines Agro-forestry?
##Option_A: The practice of forestry on lands outside the conventional forest area for the benefit of local population
###Option_B: The practice of forestry in all its aspect on farms of village lands generally integrated with other farm operations.
##Option_C: A sustainable land management system which increases the yield of the land, combines the production of crops and forest plants and/or animals simultaneously.
##Option_D: The practice of forestry on lands outside the conventional forest area for the benefit of local population
##Answer:c##Explaination:
The various forms of social forestry are:
Community Forestry: The practice of forestry on lands outside the conventional forest area for the benefit of local population has been called Community forestry. Community forestry seeks the involvement of community in the creation and management of such forests.
Farm Forestry: Farm Forestry is defined as the practice of forestry in all its aspect on farms of village lands generally integrated with other farm operations.
Extension Forestry: Extension forestry which includes the activity of raising trees on farm lands, villages wastelands and community forest areas and on lands along the sides of roads, canal banks and railway lines (Anon., 1976). More recently, there has been emphasis on dynamic land use planning and efforts are made to maximise production on farmlands under agroforestry.
Agro-Forestry: Agro-forestry has been defined as a sustainable land management system which increases the yield of the land, combines the production of crops and forest plants and/or animals simultaneously or sequentially on the same unit of land and applies management practices that are compatible with the cultural practices of the local population.
Recreational Forestry: More recently, there has been considerable demand for Recreational forestry, which is defined as the practice of forestry with the object of developing and maintaining forests of high scenic value. Recreational forests are being developed near towns and cities. The areas are being planted with flowering trees, shrubs and creepers to provide forest atmosphere near towns and cities.
##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following are the characteristics of Social forestry? 1. Participation of local population 2. Making use of un-used and fallow land 3. Making use of technology which is simple and implementable 4. Equal distribution of benefits derived from forestry Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1, 2 and 3 only
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3 and 4 only
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2 and 4 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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Features of social forestry:
1. Raising plantation by local people’s participation.
2. Making use of un-used and fallow land while taking pressure off the forests.
3. Making use of technology which is simple and implementable.
4. Equal distribution of benefits derived from forestry.
5. Ensuring quick benefits, sustainable forestry along with short crop rotation.
6. Letting local socio-economic conditions govern the structure and function of forestry.
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the characteristics of Social forestry? 1. Participation of local population 2. Making use of un-used and fallow land 3. Making use of technology which is simple and implementable 4. Equal distribution of benefits derived from forestry Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 2 and 4 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:
Features of social forestry:
1. Raising plantation by local people’s participation.
2. Making use of un-used and fallow land while taking pressure off the forests.
3. Making use of technology which is simple and implementable.
4. Equal distribution of benefits derived from forestry.
5. Ensuring quick benefits, sustainable forestry along with short crop rotation.
6. Letting local socio-economic conditions govern the structure and function of forestry.
##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following conditions are associated with Winter season in India ?
Rainfall by temperate cyclones
Prevalence of north east trade winds
High rainfall in central parts of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. A characteristic feature of the cold weather season is the inflow of depressions from the west and the north-west. These low pressure systems originate in West Asia and the regions near the Mediterranean Sea.
Statement 2 is correct. During this season, North east trade winds prevail over the country . These winds blow from land to sea and hence, for most parts of the country it is dry season. .However when these winds pass over Bay of Bengal they pick up moisture and cause rainfall over Tamilnadu coast.
Statement 3 is not correct. The central parts of India receive only occasional rainfall in winter. The rainfall in winter is high over Tamil Nadu Coast and southern tip of Andhra Pradesh.
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b
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following conditions are associated with Winter season in India ?
Rainfall by temperate cyclones
Prevalence of north east trade winds
High rainfall in central parts of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 1 and 2 only
##Option_C: 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:b##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct. A characteristic feature of the cold weather season is the inflow of depressions from the west and the north-west. These low pressure systems originate in West Asia and the regions near the Mediterranean Sea.
Statement 2 is correct. During this season, North east trade winds prevail over the country . These winds blow from land to sea and hence, for most parts of the country it is dry season. .However when these winds pass over Bay of Bengal they pick up moisture and cause rainfall over Tamilnadu coast.
Statement 3 is not correct. The central parts of India receive only occasional rainfall in winter. The rainfall in winter is high over Tamil Nadu Coast and southern tip of Andhra Pradesh.
##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to river Krishna, consider the following statements: 1. It acts as a geographical border between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. 2. It originates from Trimbak in Nasik. 3. Rivers Koyna and Tungabhadra are its important tributaries. Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. River Krishna acts as a geographical divide between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Statement 2 is incorrect. River Krishna has its origin in the Western Ghats just to the north of Mahabaleshwar. River Godavari rises from Trimbak.
Statement 3 is correct. The Koyna, Ghatprabha, Malprabha, Bhima and Tungabhadra are its important tributaries.
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b
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to river Krishna, consider the following statements: 1. It acts as a geographical border between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. 2. It originates from Trimbak in Nasik. 3. Rivers Koyna and Tungabhadra are its important tributaries. Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct. River Krishna acts as a geographical divide between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Statement 2 is incorrect. River Krishna has its origin in the Western Ghats just to the north of Mahabaleshwar. River Godavari rises from Trimbak.
Statement 3 is correct. The Koyna, Ghatprabha, Malprabha, Bhima and Tungabhadra are its important tributaries.
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which of the following is/are the effects of Himalayas on India"s Climate? 1. Preventing North India from becoming cold desert. 2. Precipitation in Northern India. 3. Moderating effect on climate in Peninsular India. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 correct. Himalayas block the cold dry winds blowing from central Asia and Siberia and prevents them from entering into Indian plains.
Statement 2 correct. Himalayas force the moisture laden southwest monsoon winds to shed rainfall in India or else India would be a dry region.
Statement 3 incorrect. This moderating effect is caused by the effect of adjacent Indian ocean on three sides of Indian peninsula.
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c
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the effects of Himalayas on India"s Climate? 1. Preventing North India from becoming cold desert. 2. Precipitation in Northern India. 3. Moderating effect on climate in Peninsular India. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 2 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 correct. Himalayas block the cold dry winds blowing from central Asia and Siberia and prevents them from entering into Indian plains.
Statement 2 correct. Himalayas force the moisture laden southwest monsoon winds to shed rainfall in India or else India would be a dry region.
Statement 3 incorrect. This moderating effect is caused by the effect of adjacent Indian ocean on three sides of Indian peninsula.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following are responsible for very low temprature over Northern plains during winter season ?
1. Continentality
2. Snow fall
3. Cold winds from central Asia
4. tropical latitudes
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
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1,2 only
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3,4 only
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1,2,3 only
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1,2 only
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1-
Northern plains specially haryana and punjab are located far away from oceans and experience Continental climate which is associated with extreme tempratures
2-
Snowfall over himalayas create cold waves over northern plains
3-
Cold winds originating from Turkmenistan and caspian region bring cold waes over north-western India
4- Northern plains is situated in sub tropical latitudes
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c
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following are responsible for very low temprature over Northern plains during winter season ?
1. Continentality
2. Snow fall
3. Cold winds from central Asia
4. tropical latitudes
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
##Option_A: 1,2 only
###Option_B: 3,4 only
##Option_C: 1,2,3 only
##Option_D: 1,2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
1-
Northern plains specially haryana and punjab are located far away from oceans and experience Continental climate which is associated with extreme tempratures
2-
Snowfall over himalayas create cold waves over northern plains
3-
Cold winds originating from Turkmenistan and caspian region bring cold waes over north-western India
4- Northern plains is situated in sub tropical latitudes
##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following are correct regarding Temperate and tropical cyclones ?
Tropical cyclones are generally bigger and more destructive than temperate cyclones.
Tropical cyclones develop only over seas while temperate cyclones develop over both land and ocean.
India being a tropical country does not come under influence of temperate cyclones.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is not correct. Tropical cyclones are generally smaller than temperate cyclones but are more destructive due to very high wind speed.
Statement 2 is correct. Tropical cyclones only develop over seas where than can get abundant supply of warm water while temperate cyclones mostly develop over continents
Statement 3 is not correct. While temperate cyclones does not originate in India but they are carried by westerly Jet streams from Mediterranean region to India during winter season
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c
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following are correct regarding Temperate and tropical cyclones ?
Tropical cyclones are generally bigger and more destructive than temperate cyclones.
Tropical cyclones develop only over seas while temperate cyclones develop over both land and ocean.
India being a tropical country does not come under influence of temperate cyclones.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 1 and 3 only
##Option_C: 2 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 is not correct. Tropical cyclones are generally smaller than temperate cyclones but are more destructive due to very high wind speed.
Statement 2 is correct. Tropical cyclones only develop over seas where than can get abundant supply of warm water while temperate cyclones mostly develop over continents
Statement 3 is not correct. While temperate cyclones does not originate in India but they are carried by westerly Jet streams from Mediterranean region to India during winter season
##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following statements are correct regarding Western disturbances? They are cyclonic depressions originating over India during winter season. Rainfall due to them is maximum at gangetic plains and starts decreasing to west. Select the correct answer from the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is not correct. Western disturbances are cyclonic depressions originating over West Asia and carried towards India during winter season Statement 2 is not correct. Rainfall from western disturbances decreases from west to east . Thus, it is maximum at western India and starts decreasing towards Gangetic Plains.
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d
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements are correct regarding Western disturbances? They are cyclonic depressions originating over India during winter season. Rainfall due to them is maximum at gangetic plains and starts decreasing to west. Select the correct answer from the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is not correct. Western disturbances are cyclonic depressions originating over West Asia and carried towards India during winter season Statement 2 is not correct. Rainfall from western disturbances decreases from west to east . Thus, it is maximum at western India and starts decreasing towards Gangetic Plains.##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following statements regarding alluvial soils is/are correct? 1. It is a mixture of sand, silt and clay called loam. 2. Bhangar is old alluvium and composed of lime nodules called as kanker . 3. Khadar is new alluvium, lighter in colour and more fertile than bhangar . 4. Khadars occupy the largest part of northern plains. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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1 and 4 only
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2 and 3 only
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1,2 and 3 only
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1 and 4 only
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Explanation :
Statement 1 is correct as alluvial soils contain all three among sand silt and clay to form loam.
Statement 2 is correct as the bhangars are old alluvial deposits in foothills,so not very fertile and has a lot of calcerous deposits and kankers.
Statement 3 is correct as the khadars being newer deposits have lighter colour and are more fertile. Fresh deposits are added frequently to the khadars in the form of silt and clay.
Statement 4 is not correct as the bhangars occupy the largest part of the northern plains.
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c
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following statements regarding alluvial soils is/are correct? 1. It is a mixture of sand, silt and clay called loam. 2. Bhangar is old alluvium and composed of lime nodules called as kanker . 3. Khadar is new alluvium, lighter in colour and more fertile than bhangar . 4. Khadars occupy the largest part of northern plains. Select the correct answer using the code given below:##Option_A: 1 and 4 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1,2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 4 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:
Explanation :
Statement 1 is correct as alluvial soils contain all three among sand silt and clay to form loam.
Statement 2 is correct as the bhangars are old alluvial deposits in foothills,so not very fertile and has a lot of calcerous deposits and kankers.
Statement 3 is correct as the khadars being newer deposits have lighter colour and are more fertile. Fresh deposits are added frequently to the khadars in the form of silt and clay.
Statement 4 is not correct as the bhangars occupy the largest part of the northern plains.
##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following areas receive annual rainfall of more than 200 cm?
Western slopes of Western Ghats
Western Himalayas
Northern Tamil Nadu
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Areas receiving more than 200cm of rainfall annually are :
Western slopes of western ghats , Meghalaya hills, southern slopes of Eastern himalayas , Assam , Arunachal pradesh.
Western Himalayas are arid and receive less than 100 cm of rainfall.
Northern Tamil Nadu receives a rainfall of nearly 50-100 cm annually.
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a
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following areas receive annual rainfall of more than 200 cm?
Western slopes of Western Ghats
Western Himalayas
Northern Tamil Nadu
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 1 and 3 only
##Option_C: 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:a##Explaination:
Areas receiving more than 200cm of rainfall annually are :
Western slopes of western ghats , Meghalaya hills, southern slopes of Eastern himalayas , Assam , Arunachal pradesh.
Western Himalayas are arid and receive less than 100 cm of rainfall.
Northern Tamil Nadu receives a rainfall of nearly 50-100 cm annually.
##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which of the following statements are correct regarding rainfall over India ?
1. Monsoon rains over India are affected by relief of the place.
2. Most of the rain over india is convectional type rainfall.
3. Cyclones cause rain over coastal areas only.
Select the correct answer from the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. Monsoonal rains over india is dependent over relief of the place. For example : Windward side of western ghats receive more rain than leeward side. Monsoonal winds flow parallel to aravalli ranges and hence western rajasthan receives scanty rainfall.
Statement 2 is not correct. Only a small portion of rainfall in India is received from sources other than the monsoon such as cyclonic and convectional rainfall.
Statement 3 is correct- Cyclonic rainfall is heavy on coastal areas but they cause rain over deeper parts also. The cyclonic depressions during the season of retreating monsoon manage to cross the eastern coasts of the southern peninsula resulting
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a
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements are correct regarding rainfall over India ?
1. Monsoon rains over India are affected by relief of the place.
2. Most of the rain over india is convectional type rainfall.
3. Cyclones cause rain over coastal areas only.
Select the correct answer from the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 1 and 2 only
##Option_C: 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:a##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct. Monsoonal rains over india is dependent over relief of the place. For example : Windward side of western ghats receive more rain than leeward side. Monsoonal winds flow parallel to aravalli ranges and hence western rajasthan receives scanty rainfall.
Statement 2 is not correct. Only a small portion of rainfall in India is received from sources other than the monsoon such as cyclonic and convectional rainfall.
Statement 3 is correct- Cyclonic rainfall is heavy on coastal areas but they cause rain over deeper parts also. The cyclonic depressions during the season of retreating monsoon manage to cross the eastern coasts of the southern peninsula resulting
##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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With reference to the Comet, consider the following statements: 1. Its tail is pointed towards the sun while it revolves around the Sun. 2. It does not revolve around the Sun. 3. The Comets don’t intersect the orbit of all the planets. 4. Long-period comets are said to come from the Oort cloud. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1, 3, and 4 only
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4 only
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2, 3, and 4 only
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1, 3, and 4 only
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.
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b
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The Solar System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Comet, consider the following statements: 1. Its tail is pointed towards the sun while it revolves around the Sun. 2. It does not revolve around the Sun. 3. The Comets don’t intersect the orbit of all the planets. 4. Long-period comets are said to come from the Oort cloud. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1, 3, and 4 only###Option_B:4 only
##Option_C:2, 3, and 4 only
##Option_D:1, 3, and 4 only##Answer:b##Explaination:.##Topic:The Solar System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to Minor movements of earth, which of the statements is/are correct?
1. Eccentricity is outcome of gravitational attraction of other larger planets.
2. The axis of the earth is tilted because of the tidal attraction of the Sun and Moon.
3. The minor movements do not affect the climate of the earth.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Minor movements of earth, which of the statements is/are correct?
1. Eccentricity is outcome of gravitational attraction of other larger planets.
2. The axis of the earth is tilted because of the tidal attraction of the Sun and Moon.
3. The minor movements do not affect the climate of the earth.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A:1 and 3 only ###Option_B:2 and 3 only ##Option_C:1 and 2 only ##Option_D:1 and 3 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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With reference to earth, consider the following statements:
1. The latitudinal circles of the earth are parallel to each other.
2. The longitude lines are perpendicular to the latitudes.
3. Parallels of latitudes are imaginary lines connecting places with the same latitude.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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nan
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d
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Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to earth, consider the following statements:
1. The latitudinal circles of the earth are parallel to each other.
2. The longitude lines are perpendicular to the latitudes.
3. Parallels of latitudes are imaginary lines connecting places with the same latitude.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:1 and 3 only ##Option_C:2 and 3 only ##Option_D:1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Variations in the length of daytime and night time from season to season are due to:
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the earth’s rotation on its axis
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the earth’s revolution round the sun in an elliptical manner
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latitudinal position of the place
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the earth’s rotation on its axis
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.
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d
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The Earth : Solar System , Latitude &Longitude , Motions
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Variations in the length of daytime and night time from season to season are due to:##Option_A:the earth’s rotation on its axis###Option_B:the earth’s revolution round the sun in an elliptical manner ##Option_C:latitudinal position of the place##Option_D:the earth’s rotation on its axis##Answer:d##Explaination:.##Topic:The Earth : Solar System , Latitude &Longitude , Motions##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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With reference to the interrelationship between FRs and DPSPs, consider the following statements:
1. A new law giving effect to articles 39(b) and 39(c) can not be put to judicial review on the ground that the said law violates articles14 or 19.
2. Supreme court in the Minerva Mills case held that the changes introduced by the 42nd amendment in article 31(C) were unconstitutional because it disturbs the balance between FRs and DPSPs.
Which of the above statements is /are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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nan
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b
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Relationship betweeb FR and DP
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the interrelationship between FRs and DPSPs, consider the following statements:
1. A new law giving effect to articles 39(b) and 39(c) can not be put to judicial review on the ground that the said law violates articles14 or 19.
2. Supreme court in the Minerva Mills case held that the changes introduced by the 42nd amendment in article 31(C) were unconstitutional because it disturbs the balance between FRs and DPSPs.
Which of the above statements is /are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##Topic:Relationship betweeb FR and DP##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Black soil? It is poor in nitrogen, phosphorous and organic matter. It has a fine texture and is clayey in nature. It is very rich in lime, iron and magnesium. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as the Black soil is poor in nitrogen, phosphorus and organic matter.
Statement 2 is not correct as Black soil is fine textured and clayey in nature.
Statement 3 is correct as the lava soil is rich in lime, iron and magnesium since it has been formed by denudation of volcanic rocks.
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d
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Black soil? It is poor in nitrogen, phosphorous and organic matter. It has a fine texture and is clayey in nature. It is very rich in lime, iron and magnesium. Select the correct answer using the code given below:##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct as the Black soil is poor in nitrogen, phosphorus and organic matter.
Statement 2 is not correct as Black soil is fine textured and clayey in nature.
Statement 3 is correct as the lava soil is rich in lime, iron and magnesium since it has been formed by denudation of volcanic rocks.
##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following statements regarding cultivation in Black soil is/are correct?
The black soil shrinks and develops cracks in dry season, helping air circulation.
The moisture retention capacity of black soil is high.
The black soil is good for cultivation of sugarcane and cotton.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as the black soil being rich in clay (50%) swells when wet, making ploughing difficult. In dry season they expand and develop cracks to help in air circulation.
Statement 2 is correct as the moisture retention capacity is high in black soil due to high clay content.
Statement 3 is correct as the black soil supports crops like sugarcane, cotton, jowar etc.
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d
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements regarding cultivation in Black soil is/are correct?
The black soil shrinks and develops cracks in dry season, helping air circulation.
The moisture retention capacity of black soil is high.
The black soil is good for cultivation of sugarcane and cotton.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 1 and 2 only
##Option_C: 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct as the black soil being rich in clay (50%) swells when wet, making ploughing difficult. In dry season they expand and develop cracks to help in air circulation.
Statement 2 is correct as the moisture retention capacity is high in black soil due to high clay content.
Statement 3 is correct as the black soil supports crops like sugarcane, cotton, jowar etc.
##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following branches of Southwest monsoon is/are responsible for causing rainfall in Western Himalayas?
1. Bay of Bengal branch
2. Arabian Sea branch
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Both are correct because these two branches, Arabian Sea branch and Bay of Bengal branch, merge near Punjab and Haryana plains and subsequently move towards Himalayas, thus causing orographic rainfall in western Himalayas.
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c
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following branches of Southwest monsoon is/are responsible for causing rainfall in Western Himalayas?
1. Bay of Bengal branch
2. Arabian Sea branch
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Both 1 and 2
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Both are correct because these two branches, Arabian Sea branch and Bay of Bengal branch, merge near Punjab and Haryana plains and subsequently move towards Himalayas, thus causing orographic rainfall in western Himalayas.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements regarding local winds called "Loo" in Northern India:
1. High temperatures of around 45-50 degrees
2. Hot and humid in nature
3. Sometimes create tornado like dust-storms
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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The Loo is a strong, hot and dry summer afternoon wind from the west which blows over the western Indo-gangetic Plains region of North India. Due to its very high temperatures (45 °C–50 °C or 115°F-120°F), exposure to it often leads to fatal heatstroke. In Punjab, Haryana and western UP plains they sometimes create tornado like dust storms. This happens because of long period of hot and dry summer which leads to lot of loose sand.
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c
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding local winds called "Loo" in Northern India:
1. High temperatures of around 45-50 degrees
2. Hot and humid in nature
3. Sometimes create tornado like dust-storms
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 2 and 3 only
##Option_C: 1 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
The Loo is a strong, hot and dry summer afternoon wind from the west which blows over the western Indo-gangetic Plains region of North India. Due to its very high temperatures (45 °C–50 °C or 115°F-120°F), exposure to it often leads to fatal heatstroke. In Punjab, Haryana and western UP plains they sometimes create tornado like dust storms. This happens because of long period of hot and dry summer which leads to lot of loose sand.
##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding red soils? Red soil forms the second largest soil group after the alluvial soil. It is red in color because of the presence of copper oxides. It looks yellow when it occurs in a hydrated form. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct because red soil is found all over the peninsular plateau, forming a circle around the black soil regions. Statement 2 is not correct because red soil gets its red color from iron oxides. Statement 3 is correct because the red soil looks yellowish on being wet due to the hydration of the salts present in it.
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b
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding red soils? Red soil forms the second largest soil group after the alluvial soil. It is red in color because of the presence of copper oxides. It looks yellow when it occurs in a hydrated form. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:1 and 3 only##Option_C:2 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct because red soil is found all over the peninsular plateau, forming a circle around the black soil regions. Statement 2 is not correct because red soil gets its red color from iron oxides. Statement 3 is correct because the red soil looks yellowish on being wet due to the hydration of the salts present in it.##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements regarding the characteristics of red soil: Its soil profile is generally shallow and acidic in nature. It is rich in nitrogen and organic matter, thus suitable for pulses. It is ideal for dry farming as it is formed in poor rainfall areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is not correct . Red soils are generally shallow but have pH values between 6.6 to 8.0, so they are slightly alkaline. Statement 2 is not correct as the red soils are poor in nitrogen, potash, phosphorous and organic matter. Statement 3 is correct because red soils are formed in poor rainfall areas. They are porous also, thus can hold less moisture. So, they can be good in dry farming.
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b
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the characteristics of red soil: Its soil profile is generally shallow and acidic in nature. It is rich in nitrogen and organic matter, thus suitable for pulses. It is ideal for dry farming as it is formed in poor rainfall areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:3 only##Option_C:1 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is not correct . Red soils are generally shallow but have pH values between 6.6 to 8.0, so they are slightly alkaline. Statement 2 is not correct as the red soils are poor in nitrogen, potash, phosphorous and organic matter. Statement 3 is correct because red soils are formed in poor rainfall areas. They are porous also, thus can hold less moisture. So, they can be good in dry farming.##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to Continental Drift Theory (CDT), Consider the following statements:
Only the tidal force was responsible for the movement of Laurasia and Gondwanaland landmass.
CDT considers the movement of continents in all directions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
|
.
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d
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Landform Development First order (continental drift theory, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics theory)
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Continental Drift Theory (CDT), Consider the following statements:
Only the tidal force was responsible for the movement of Laurasia and Gondwanaland landmass.
CDT considers the movement of continents in all directions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:.##Topic:Landform Development First order (continental drift theory, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics theory)##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Who among the following was the first to issue gold coins?
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Kushanas
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Sakas
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indo-Greeks
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Kushanas
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nan
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c
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Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following was the first to issue gold coins?##Option_A:Kushanas###Option_B:Sakas##Option_C:indo-Greeks##Option_D:Kushanas##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements regarding Kushanas:
1. Kushans were one of the branches of the Yuezhi Tribe. 2. They defeated the Parthians and Shakas. 3. The foundation of the empire was laid by Kujula Kadaphises.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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3 only
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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nan
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d
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Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Kushanas:
1. Kushans were one of the branches of the Yuezhi Tribe. 2. They defeated the Parthians and Shakas. 3. The foundation of the empire was laid by Kujula Kadaphises.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?##Option_A:3 only###Option_B:1 only##Option_C:1 and 2 only##Option_D:3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
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Consider the following statement:-
Geographical pole and magnetic pole are in the same line.
The magnetic north pole ( taking earth as a magnet bar) is close to the geographic South Pole.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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.
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b
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Interior of Earth
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statement:-
Geographical pole and magnetic pole are in the same line.
The magnetic north pole ( taking earth as a magnet bar) is close to the geographic South Pole.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:.##Topic:Interior of Earth##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements about minority rights: 1. The central government recognizes and notifies religious minorities at the national as well as at the state level. 2. National Commission for Minorities Educational Institutions gives the minority status to educational institutions run by both religious as well as linguistic minorities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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The Constitution refers to two types of minorities, namely, religious minorities and linguistic minorities. However, the term ‘minority’ has not been defined anywhere in the Constitution. The central government recognizes and notifies the religious minorities at the national level and not on the state level . Hence statement 1 is not correct. At present six communities, viz., Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, and Zoroastrians (Parsis) are notified as religious minorities at the national level. The Constitution contains special provisions to safeguard the social, educational and economic interests of the minorities. Some of these are : 1. No citizen is to be denied admission into any educational institution maintained by the state or aided by the state on grounds of religion, race, caste or language (Article 29(2)). 2. All minorities, whether based on religion or language, have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice (Article 30(1)). 3. In granting aid to educational institutions, the state should not discriminate against any educational institution on the ground that it is under the management of a minority, whether based on religion or language (Article 30(2)). 4. The wearing and carrying of kirpans shall be deemed to be included in the profession of the Sikh religion. In other words, Sikhs have the right to wear and carry kirpans (Article 25(2)). National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions Act (2004) provides additional safeguards to the minority educational institutions. It contains provisions for the following: (i) Establishment of a National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (ii) Right to establish a minority educational institution (iii) Right of a minority educational institution to seek affiliation to any university of its choice. National Commission for Minorities Educational Institutions (NCMEI) under the Ministry of Human Resource Development gives the minority status to the educational institutions on the basis of six religious communities notified by the Ministry of HRD under the NCMEI Act, 2004, viz., Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis) and Jains only. Linguistic Minorities do not come under the ambit of the NCMEI Act, 2004 . Hence statement 2 is not correct. Prime Minister’s 15 Point Programme for the welfare of religious minorities, launched in 2005, seeks to ensure the welfare of religious minorities through (a) increasing educational and employment opportunities, (b) improving living conditions, and (c) preventing and controlling communal riots.
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d
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Rights Issues etc.
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about minority rights: 1. The central government recognizes and notifies religious minorities at the national as well as at the state level. 2. National Commission for Minorities Educational Institutions gives the minority status to educational institutions run by both religious as well as linguistic minorities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:The Constitution refers to two types of minorities, namely, religious minorities and linguistic minorities. However, the term ‘minority’ has not been defined anywhere in the Constitution. The central government recognizes and notifies the religious minorities at the national level and not on the state level . Hence statement 1 is not correct. At present six communities, viz., Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, and Zoroastrians (Parsis) are notified as religious minorities at the national level. The Constitution contains special provisions to safeguard the social, educational and economic interests of the minorities. Some of these are : 1. No citizen is to be denied admission into any educational institution maintained by the state or aided by the state on grounds of religion, race, caste or language (Article 29(2)). 2. All minorities, whether based on religion or language, have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice (Article 30(1)). 3. In granting aid to educational institutions, the state should not discriminate against any educational institution on the ground that it is under the management of a minority, whether based on religion or language (Article 30(2)). 4. The wearing and carrying of kirpans shall be deemed to be included in the profession of the Sikh religion. In other words, Sikhs have the right to wear and carry kirpans (Article 25(2)). National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions Act (2004) provides additional safeguards to the minority educational institutions. It contains provisions for the following: (i) Establishment of a National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (ii) Right to establish a minority educational institution (iii) Right of a minority educational institution to seek affiliation to any university of its choice. National Commission for Minorities Educational Institutions (NCMEI) under the Ministry of Human Resource Development gives the minority status to the educational institutions on the basis of six religious communities notified by the Ministry of HRD under the NCMEI Act, 2004, viz., Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis) and Jains only. Linguistic Minorities do not come under the ambit of the NCMEI Act, 2004 . Hence statement 2 is not correct. Prime Minister’s 15 Point Programme for the welfare of religious minorities, launched in 2005, seeks to ensure the welfare of religious minorities through (a) increasing educational and employment opportunities, (b) improving living conditions, and (c) preventing and controlling communal riots. ##Topic:Rights Issues etc.##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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इन्सेलबर्ग से सम्बंधित निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये :
1- इन्सेलबर्ग जर्मन भाषा का शब्द है जिसका आशय द्वीपीय पर्वत होता है |
2- इन्सेलबर्ग का निर्माण ग्रेनाइट या नीस के अपरदन तथा अपक्षय द्वारा होता है |
उपरोक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सत्य हैं/है ?
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केवल 1
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केवल 2
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1 और 2 दोनों
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केवल 1
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nan
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c
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Structure and Physiography
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:इन्सेलबर्ग से सम्बंधित निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये :
1- इन्सेलबर्ग जर्मन भाषा का शब्द है जिसका आशय द्वीपीय पर्वत होता है |
2- इन्सेलबर्ग का निर्माण ग्रेनाइट या नीस के अपरदन तथा अपक्षय द्वारा होता है |
उपरोक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सत्य हैं/है ?##Option_A:केवल 1 ###Option_B:केवल 2 ##Option_C:1 और 2 दोनों ##Option_D:केवल 1 ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Structure and Physiography##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following statements regarding leaching is/are correct? Leaching leads to washing away of lime and silica, leaving behind aluminium compounds. Laterite soils are formed by leaching due to heavy tropical rains. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as leaching involves desilication of soil. In this process, the lime and silica from soil percolates below leaving behind aluminium compounds at the top.As the process of leaching involves washing away of nutrients from top soil.The nutrients are percolated below the soil. Statement 2 is correct as the laterite soils are formed in regions of heavy seasonal rainfall resulting into weathering of rocks followed by leaching.
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c
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements regarding leaching is/are correct? Leaching leads to washing away of lime and silica, leaving behind aluminium compounds. Laterite soils are formed by leaching due to heavy tropical rains. Select the correct answer using the code given below:##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct as leaching involves desilication of soil. In this process, the lime and silica from soil percolates below leaving behind aluminium compounds at the top.As the process of leaching involves washing away of nutrients from top soil.The nutrients are percolated below the soil. Statement 2 is correct as the laterite soils are formed in regions of heavy seasonal rainfall resulting into weathering of rocks followed by leaching.##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following statements regarding laterite soil is/are correct?
They are mainly found in the areas with high temperature and high precipitation.
They do not retain moisture and are suitable for crops of tea, coffee and cashewnuts.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. Laterite soild develop in the areas of high temperature and high precipitation.
Statement 2 is correct as laterite soils are coarse textured and can’t retain moisture. Apart from this they are also devoid of most of minerals and humus, so they are not fertile.Thus only special crops like tea, coffee , tapioca, cashewnuts etc are grown.
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c
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements regarding laterite soil is/are correct?
They are mainly found in the areas with high temperature and high precipitation.
They do not retain moisture and are suitable for crops of tea, coffee and cashewnuts.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Both 1 and 2
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct. Laterite soild develop in the areas of high temperature and high precipitation.
Statement 2 is correct as laterite soils are coarse textured and can’t retain moisture. Apart from this they are also devoid of most of minerals and humus, so they are not fertile.Thus only special crops like tea, coffee , tapioca, cashewnuts etc are grown.
##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following statements regarding soil erosion is/are correct?
1. Gully erosion removes nutrients and heavy load of loose soils.
2. Wind moves small soil particles through saltation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as erosion by water in gentle slopes is in stages. In first stage sheet erosion occurs, where rain water washes away thin layers of bare soils. In next stage, Rill erosion occurs, where small grooves or rills are formed owing to prolonged removal of silt due to sheet erosion. In last stage gully erosion occurs, where deep gullies are formed due to heavy downpour.
Statement 2 is correct as wind moves soil particles through two modes. First is bouncing or hopping of 0.1-0.5mm particles known as saltation.The other mode is rolling of larger particles known as soil creep.
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a
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements regarding soil erosion is/are correct?
1. Gully erosion removes nutrients and heavy load of loose soils.
2. Wind moves small soil particles through saltation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Both 1 and 2
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:a##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct as erosion by water in gentle slopes is in stages. In first stage sheet erosion occurs, where rain water washes away thin layers of bare soils. In next stage, Rill erosion occurs, where small grooves or rills are formed owing to prolonged removal of silt due to sheet erosion. In last stage gully erosion occurs, where deep gullies are formed due to heavy downpour.
Statement 2 is correct as wind moves soil particles through two modes. First is bouncing or hopping of 0.1-0.5mm particles known as saltation.The other mode is rolling of larger particles known as soil creep.
##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements:
1. Supreme Court in Berubari Case 1960, had held that the Preamble is part of the Indian constitution.
2. Supreme Court in Kesavananda Bharati Case 1973, held that the Preamble can be amended.
3. Supreme Court in Kehar Singh Case 1989, had held that the Preamble is the basic structure of the Indian constitution
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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.
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b
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The Preamble
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
1. Supreme Court in Berubari Case 1960, had held that the Preamble is part of the Indian constitution.
2. Supreme Court in Kesavananda Bharati Case 1973, held that the Preamble can be amended.
3. Supreme Court in Kehar Singh Case 1989, had held that the Preamble is the basic structure of the Indian constitution
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:1 and 3 only##Option_C:2 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:.##Topic:The Preamble##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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With reference to the Preamble, consider the following statements:
Justice mentioned in the preamble provides only social and economic justice.
Liberty, equality, and fraternity- mentioned in our Preamble have been taken from French Revolution
It states that the Constitution derives its authority from the People of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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.
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c
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The Preamble
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Preamble, consider the following statements:
Justice mentioned in the preamble provides only social and economic justice.
Liberty, equality, and fraternity- mentioned in our Preamble have been taken from French Revolution
It states that the Constitution derives its authority from the People of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:1 and 3 only##Option_C:2 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:.##Topic:The Preamble##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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With reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy(DPSP), consider the following statements-:
1) The sanction behind DPSPs is neither political nor legal
2) The Union cannot issue directions to states for the implementation of DPSPs
Which of the above-given statements is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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nan
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d
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Directive Principles
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy(DPSP), consider the following statements-:
1) The sanction behind DPSPs is neither political nor legal
2) The Union cannot issue directions to states for the implementation of DPSPs
Which of the above-given statements is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:Directive Principles##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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With reference to Fundamental rights, consider the following statements:
They are found under Part IV of the constitution of India
These rights are absolute.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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1 and 2 only
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1 only
|
.
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d
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Fundamental Rights
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Fundamental rights, consider the following statements:
They are found under Part IV of the constitution of India
These rights are absolute.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:1 and 2 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:.##Topic:Fundamental Rights##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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उत्तरवैदिक कालीन गोत्र प्रथा के सम्बन्ध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये-
यह शाब्दिक दृष्टिकोण से समस्त कुल के गायों के रहने की जगह थी|
सामाजिक दृष्टिकोण से ऋषि कुल परंपरा के साथ इसे जोड़कर देखा गया|
गोत्र बहिर्विवाह के रूप में यह आज भी प्रचलित है|
उपरोक्त में से कौन-सा/से कथन सत्य है/हैं?
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1 एवं 2
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2 एवं 3
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1 एवं 3
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1 एवं 2
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nan
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d
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Vedic Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:उत्तरवैदिक कालीन गोत्र प्रथा के सम्बन्ध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये-
यह शाब्दिक दृष्टिकोण से समस्त कुल के गायों के रहने की जगह थी|
सामाजिक दृष्टिकोण से ऋषि कुल परंपरा के साथ इसे जोड़कर देखा गया|
गोत्र बहिर्विवाह के रूप में यह आज भी प्रचलित है|
उपरोक्त में से कौन-सा/से कथन सत्य है/हैं?##Option_A:1 एवं 2 ###Option_B:2 एवं 3 ##Option_C:1 एवं 3 ##Option_D:1 एवं 2 ##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:Vedic Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements:
1. Judicial review is available with the court only to deal with cases related to Fundamental rights.
2. The word Judicial review is nowhere mentioned in the constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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.Writs can be issued only for Fundamental Rights. Judicial Review is applicable to all matters.
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b
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Supreme Court
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
1. Judicial review is available with the court only to deal with cases related to Fundamental rights.
2. The word Judicial review is nowhere mentioned in the constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:.Writs can be issued only for Fundamental Rights. Judicial Review is applicable to all matters. ##Topic:Supreme Court##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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Which of the following is/are an example/s of Judicial Activism?
1. Supreme Court giving Vishakha Guidelines against Sexual harassment of women in the workplace.
2. SC imposed a ban on the sale of liquor near national highways.
Select the correct code from the following.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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nan
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c
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Supreme Court
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are an example/s of Judicial Activism?
1. Supreme Court giving Vishakha Guidelines against Sexual harassment of women in the workplace.
2. SC imposed a ban on the sale of liquor near national highways.
Select the correct code from the following.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Supreme Court##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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With reference to Writ jurisdiction, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Supreme Court can issue writs in case of infringement of both fundamental rights in part III of the constitution and other ordinary laws.
2.High Courts can issue writs only in case of infringement of fundamental rights.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
|
.
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d
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Fundamental Rights
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Writ jurisdiction, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Supreme Court can issue writs in case of infringement of both fundamental rights in part III of the constitution and other ordinary laws.
2.High Courts can issue writs only in case of infringement of fundamental rights.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:.##Topic:Fundamental Rights ##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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"The tribes are nomadic herders and food gatherers roaming around in Kalahari Desert with weapons like spear, bows and poisoned arrows to safeguard themselves and hunt their prey. They do not domesticate animals nor do they engage in agricultural activities." The above passage best describes which of the following tribes?
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Bushmen
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Bindibu
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Bedouin
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Bushmen
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Despite the inhospitability of desert region, different groups of inhabitants have been found living. They struggle against an environment deficient in water, food and other means of livelihood. Some, like the Egyptians have attained a high level of civilization, others like the Bedouin Arabs have fared quite well with their flocks of sheep, goats, camels and horses. The Bushmen of the Kalahari and the Bindibu of Australia remain so primitive in their mode of living that they barely survive. Both Bushmen and Bindibu tribes are nomadic herders and food gatherers , growing no crops and domesticating no animals . The Bushmen roam the Kalahari Desert with their bows and poisoned arrows, spears, traps and snares. They are not only skilful and strong but have great endurance. In order to capture their prey, they have to be very patient and if necessary run many miles to track down the wounded animals. In this way, they hunt antelope, and other smaller animals. The women and children collect insects, rodents and lizards, and gather honey, roots, grass and grubs. Bushmen either wear a loin cloth or go virtually naked. The Bindibu of Australia live in very much the same way as the Bushmen. They are lean and dark but healthy. They are skilled trackersand some of them use wooden throwing sticks or boomerangs and spears. They also domesticate the dingo , a wild dog that assists them in tracking down kangaroos, rabbits and birds. The women gather grass, roots, seeds, berries, moles and insects, to supplement their diet. Like the wandering Bushmen, the Bindibu move in family groups in search of fresh hunting grounds. But one distinct difference is that they always stay close to a water supply as they still have not devised a means of tapping and storing water. They live in wurlies , simple shelters made of branches arid tufts and grass. The Bedouin of Arabia ride on horses and live in tents; the Tuaregs of the Sahara are camel riders and dwell in grass zeriba , while the Gobi Mongols ride on horses to herd their yaks and live in portable yurts (a kind of tent). The Bedouin are the best examples of a desert group who have fared well as nomadic herdsmen . Besides keeping large flocks of animals, they are also engaged in trade with the caravan merchants and the oases people. All round the year, the Bedouin wander with their herds in search of water and green pastures. Their wealth is their animals : sheep, goats, camels and perhaps a few horses. The animals provide them with all that they require, daily milk and cheese and on occasions meat as well. Their skin is used for hides or leather, for making tents, clothing, belts, footwear and water bags. From the hair and wool, the Bedouin make clothes, mats, ropes, rugs and carpets. These can also be exchanged at trading stations or oases for other necessities of life which the desert herdsmen cannot produce like dates, grain, beverages, medicines, firearms and other manufactured articles.
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a
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World: Population , Distribution & Density , Races & Tribes , Settlement & Migration
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"The tribes are nomadic herders and food gatherers roaming around in Kalahari Desert with weapons like spear, bows and poisoned arrows to safeguard themselves and hunt their prey. They do not domesticate animals nor do they engage in agricultural activities." The above passage best describes which of the following tribes?##Option_A:Bushmen###Option_B:Bindibu##Option_C:Bedouin##Option_D:Bushmen##Answer:a##Explaination:Despite the inhospitability of desert region, different groups of inhabitants have been found living. They struggle against an environment deficient in water, food and other means of livelihood. Some, like the Egyptians have attained a high level of civilization, others like the Bedouin Arabs have fared quite well with their flocks of sheep, goats, camels and horses. The Bushmen of the Kalahari and the Bindibu of Australia remain so primitive in their mode of living that they barely survive. Both Bushmen and Bindibu tribes are nomadic herders and food gatherers , growing no crops and domesticating no animals . The Bushmen roam the Kalahari Desert with their bows and poisoned arrows, spears, traps and snares. They are not only skilful and strong but have great endurance. In order to capture their prey, they have to be very patient and if necessary run many miles to track down the wounded animals. In this way, they hunt antelope, and other smaller animals. The women and children collect insects, rodents and lizards, and gather honey, roots, grass and grubs. Bushmen either wear a loin cloth or go virtually naked. The Bindibu of Australia live in very much the same way as the Bushmen. They are lean and dark but healthy. They are skilled trackersand some of them use wooden throwing sticks or boomerangs and spears. They also domesticate the dingo , a wild dog that assists them in tracking down kangaroos, rabbits and birds. The women gather grass, roots, seeds, berries, moles and insects, to supplement their diet. Like the wandering Bushmen, the Bindibu move in family groups in search of fresh hunting grounds. But one distinct difference is that they always stay close to a water supply as they still have not devised a means of tapping and storing water. They live in wurlies , simple shelters made of branches arid tufts and grass. The Bedouin of Arabia ride on horses and live in tents; the Tuaregs of the Sahara are camel riders and dwell in grass zeriba , while the Gobi Mongols ride on horses to herd their yaks and live in portable yurts (a kind of tent). The Bedouin are the best examples of a desert group who have fared well as nomadic herdsmen . Besides keeping large flocks of animals, they are also engaged in trade with the caravan merchants and the oases people. All round the year, the Bedouin wander with their herds in search of water and green pastures. Their wealth is their animals : sheep, goats, camels and perhaps a few horses. The animals provide them with all that they require, daily milk and cheese and on occasions meat as well. Their skin is used for hides or leather, for making tents, clothing, belts, footwear and water bags. From the hair and wool, the Bedouin make clothes, mats, ropes, rugs and carpets. These can also be exchanged at trading stations or oases for other necessities of life which the desert herdsmen cannot produce like dates, grain, beverages, medicines, firearms and other manufactured articles.##Topic:World: Population , Distribution & Density , Races & Tribes , Settlement & Migration##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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With reference to the basic structure of the constitution, which of the statements given below is/are correct?
The framers of the constitution had added a separate chapter in the constitution to include the basic structure
The list of the basic structure of the constitution is fixed.
Parliament cannot destroy or alter the basic features of the Indian Constitution.
Select the correct answer using the code given below-
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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1, 2 and 3
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1 only
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.
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d
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Basic Structure of the Constitution
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the basic structure of the constitution, which of the statements given below is/are correct?
The framers of the constitution had added a separate chapter in the constitution to include the basic structure
The list of the basic structure of the constitution is fixed.
Parliament cannot destroy or alter the basic features of the Indian Constitution.
Select the correct answer using the code given below-##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:1 and 2 only##Option_C:1, 2 and 3##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:.##Topic:Basic Structure of the Constitution##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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In the context of National Food Security Act of 2013, consider the following statements: 1. It adopts a welfare approach to ensure India's food security. 2. It entitles up to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized foodgrains. 3. The act ensures the fulfillment of rights conferred under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 only
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National Food Security Act 2013 (NFSA) This marks a shift in approach to food security from a welfare approach to a rights-based approach. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. The fundamental right to life enshrined in Article 21 of the Constitution is interpreted to include the right to live with human dignity, which includes the right to food and other basic necessities. Hence statement 3 is correct. Act legally entitles up to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized foodgrains under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS). Hence statement 2 is correct. Under NFSA, about 81 crore persons are entitled to buy subsidized food grain, rice at Rs 3/kg, wheat at Rs 2/kg, and coarse grains at Re 1/kg — from their designated FPS of TPDS. It is operated under the joint responsibility of Central and State Governments. Central Government - responsible for allocation of foodgrains to States/UTs, transportation of foodgrains up to designated depots, and providing central assistance to States/UTs for delivery of foodgrains from FCI godowns to the doorstep of FPSs. State Governments- handle operational responsibility including identification of eligible families and issue of Ration Cards and supervision of the functioning of Fair Price Shops (FPSs), etc., Targeted Public distribution system: It was launched in 1997 to focus on the poor. Under TPDS, beneficiaries are divided into 2 categories Below Poverty Line-BPL Households Above Poverty line- APL Households Antyodaya Anna Yojana was launched in 2000 to make TPDS more focused and targeted. It focuses poorest of the poor families among BPL beneficiaries
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b
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Also in News(Economy)
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of National Food Security Act of 2013, consider the following statements: 1. It adopts a welfare approach to ensure India's food security. 2. It entitles up to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized foodgrains. 3. The act ensures the fulfillment of rights conferred under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:2 only###Option_B:2 and 3 only##Option_C:1 and 3 only##Option_D:2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:National Food Security Act 2013 (NFSA) This marks a shift in approach to food security from a welfare approach to a rights-based approach. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. The fundamental right to life enshrined in Article 21 of the Constitution is interpreted to include the right to live with human dignity, which includes the right to food and other basic necessities. Hence statement 3 is correct. Act legally entitles up to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized foodgrains under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS). Hence statement 2 is correct. Under NFSA, about 81 crore persons are entitled to buy subsidized food grain, rice at Rs 3/kg, wheat at Rs 2/kg, and coarse grains at Re 1/kg — from their designated FPS of TPDS. It is operated under the joint responsibility of Central and State Governments. Central Government - responsible for allocation of foodgrains to States/UTs, transportation of foodgrains up to designated depots, and providing central assistance to States/UTs for delivery of foodgrains from FCI godowns to the doorstep of FPSs. State Governments- handle operational responsibility including identification of eligible families and issue of Ration Cards and supervision of the functioning of Fair Price Shops (FPSs), etc., Targeted Public distribution system: It was launched in 1997 to focus on the poor. Under TPDS, beneficiaries are divided into 2 categories Below Poverty Line-BPL Households Above Poverty line- APL Households Antyodaya Anna Yojana was launched in 2000 to make TPDS more focused and targeted. It focuses poorest of the poor families among BPL beneficiaries##Topic:Also in News(Economy)##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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Consider the following pairs. Date Seasons 1. 21st June : Summer in northern hemisphere 2. 23rd September : Autumn in Southern Hemisphere 3. 21st March : Spring in southern hemisphere 4. 22nd December : Winter in northern hemisphere Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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1 and 2 only
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2 only
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1 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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21st June - Summer in northern hemisphere 23rd September - Autumn in Northern Hemisphere 21st March - Spring in Northern Hemisphere 22nd December - Winter in Northern Hemisphere So only 1 & 4 are correctly matched
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs. Date Seasons 1. 21st June : Summer in northern hemisphere 2. 23rd September : Autumn in Southern Hemisphere 3. 21st March : Spring in southern hemisphere 4. 22nd December : Winter in northern hemisphere Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:21st June - Summer in northern hemisphere 23rd September - Autumn in Northern Hemisphere 21st March - Spring in Northern Hemisphere 22nd December - Winter in Northern Hemisphere So only 1 & 4 are correctly matched##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following is/are necessary to cause change of seasons on earth? Earth" revolution Earth"s rotation Inclination of earth"s axis Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is correct because earth's revolution causes different seasons by changing weather conditions by difference in heating on surface of earth. Statement 2 is incorrect because rotation is responsible for day and night. It does not cause change in heating of earth's surface. So it is not required to cause seasons. Statement 3 is correct as inclination causes seasons because due to inclination, sun rays fall at earth's surface at different angles and causes difference in temperature. If earth’s axis was perpendicular there would have been same temperature at throughout the year at places.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are necessary to cause change of seasons on earth? Earth" revolution Earth"s rotation Inclination of earth"s axis Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct because earth's revolution causes different seasons by changing weather conditions by difference in heating on surface of earth. Statement 2 is incorrect because rotation is responsible for day and night. It does not cause change in heating of earth's surface. So it is not required to cause seasons. Statement 3 is correct as inclination causes seasons because due to inclination, sun rays fall at earth's surface at different angles and causes difference in temperature. If earth’s axis was perpendicular there would have been same temperature at throughout the year at places.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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With respect to the rotation of earth, which of the following statements is/are correct? Earth"s rotational speed decreases towards the equator. Rotation is the reason behind the flattened the pole of earth. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 Only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect as rotational speed of earth depends on radius. Earth's rotational speed increases as we move towards equator as earth has maximum radius at equator. Statement 2 is correct because of earth's rotation a centrifugal force is created that has led to creation of bulge at the middle of earth and flattened the poles at top.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With respect to the rotation of earth, which of the following statements is/are correct? Earth"s rotational speed decreases towards the equator. Rotation is the reason behind the flattened the pole of earth. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 Only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect as rotational speed of earth depends on radius. Earth's rotational speed increases as we move towards equator as earth has maximum radius at equator. Statement 2 is correct because of earth's rotation a centrifugal force is created that has led to creation of bulge at the middle of earth and flattened the poles at top.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements: Places at different latitudes will have different time. Countries with smaller north -south extent are bound to have single time zone. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect. Latitude has no effect on time. It is the longitude which affects time. Places at different longitudes will have different time. Statement 2 is incorrect. It is the east-west extent which decides the number of time zones, not the north-south extent. Countries with smaller north-south extent and larger east-west extent can have more than single time zones.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Places at different latitudes will have different time. Countries with smaller north -south extent are bound to have single time zone. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect. Latitude has no effect on time. It is the longitude which affects time. Places at different longitudes will have different time. Statement 2 is incorrect. It is the east-west extent which decides the number of time zones, not the north-south extent. Countries with smaller north-south extent and larger east-west extent can have more than single time zones.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? Asteroids are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Meteorites enter the earth"s atmosphere at high speed and get burnt completely due to friction. Meteoroids are the rock pieces which doesn"t incinerate wholly and land on earth. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. A cluster of fragmented solid rocks of varying sizes are found between the orbits of planets Mars and Jupiter. They are called asteroids. Statement 2 is incorrect. The rock pieces which enter the earth's atmosphere at high speed and get burnt due to friction are called as Meteoroids. Meteorites are the rock pieces which doesn't incinerate wholly and land on earth. Thus statement 3 is incorrect.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? Asteroids are found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Meteorites enter the earth"s atmosphere at high speed and get burnt completely due to friction. Meteoroids are the rock pieces which doesn"t incinerate wholly and land on earth. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B:1 and 2 only##Option_C:2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:a##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct. A cluster of fragmented solid rocks of varying sizes are found between the orbits of planets Mars and Jupiter. They are called asteroids. Statement 2 is incorrect. The rock pieces which enter the earth's atmosphere at high speed and get burnt due to friction are called as Meteoroids. Meteorites are the rock pieces which doesn't incinerate wholly and land on earth. Thus statement 3 is incorrect. ##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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With reference to Pole Star, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? The Pole star is seen at the same angle from all places on the Earth. Its fixed position in the sky throughout the night proves the spherical shape of the Earth. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The angle of Pole star decreases towards the Equator. At the Equator, the angle is 0 degree and it is 90 degree at the Poles. Statement 2 is incorrect. It is the gradual change in angle of the Pole star from pole to equator proves spherical shape. No such conclusion can be drawn from its fixed position throughout the night.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Pole Star, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? The Pole star is seen at the same angle from all places on the Earth. Its fixed position in the sky throughout the night proves the spherical shape of the Earth. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect. The angle of Pole star decreases towards the Equator. At the Equator, the angle is 0 degree and it is 90 degree at the Poles. Statement 2 is incorrect. It is the gradual change in angle of the Pole star from pole to equator proves spherical shape. No such conclusion can be drawn from its fixed position throughout the night.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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The Earth looks blue from the sky because:
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of scattering of light by particles in the atmosphere.
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of dispersion of light in lower atmosphere.
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70% of its total area is covered by water.
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of scattering of light by particles in the atmosphere.
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From space, the earth looks blue because 70% of its total area is covered by water. Hence, it is also called the watery planet.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Earth looks blue from the sky because: ##Option_A: of scattering of light by particles in the atmosphere. ###Option_B: of dispersion of light in lower atmosphere. ##Option_C: 70% of its total area is covered by water. ##Option_D: of scattering of light by particles in the atmosphere. ##Answer:c##Explaination:From space, the earth looks blue because 70% of its total area is covered by water. Hence, it is also called the watery planet.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following is not a feature of British type of climate?
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Rainfall occurs throughout the year.
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Ports are frequently frozen.
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Presence of four distinct seasons.
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Rainfall occurs throughout the year.
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The Cool Temperate Western Margin (British Type) climate has moderate summers and fairly mild winters. Monthly temperatures of over 65 degree Fahrenheit are rare. 'Heat waves' in these regions are a welcome feature. The climate is very favourable for maximum human output. As in other temperate regions, four distinct seasons are present. Due to mild winters, ports are never frozen, except during invasion of cold polar continental air. These regions are the permanent influence of westerlies all around the year.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is not a feature of British type of climate?##Option_A: Rainfall occurs throughout the year.###Option_B: Ports are frequently frozen.##Option_C: Presence of four distinct seasons.##Option_D: Rainfall occurs throughout the year.##Answer:b##Explaination:The Cool Temperate Western Margin (British Type) climate has moderate summers and fairly mild winters. Monthly temperatures of over 65 degree Fahrenheit are rare. 'Heat waves' in these regions are a welcome feature. The climate is very favourable for maximum human output. As in other temperate regions, four distinct seasons are present. Due to mild winters, ports are never frozen, except during invasion of cold polar continental air. These regions are the permanent influence of westerlies all around the year.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to the China type climate consider the following statements: It receives rainfall under the influence of South East Monsoon. It has high annual range of temperature. It is characterised by occurrence of intense tropical cyclones. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is correct: It has South East monsoon during summer with heavy rainfall and North west monsoon during winter with dry and cold weather. Statement 2 is correct: It has high annual temperature range.During winter a steep pressure gradient is set up between the cold mongolia and siberia and the warmer Pacific coastlands. This leds to the flow of continental polar streams. Statement 3 is correct: It is characterised by the formation of tropical cyclone in southern China. e.g. typhoons. The cyclones originate in the Pacific ocean and move westward to the coastal lands bordering the south China sea.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the China type climate consider the following statements: It receives rainfall under the influence of South East Monsoon. It has high annual range of temperature. It is characterised by occurrence of intense tropical cyclones. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 1 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct: It has South East monsoon during summer with heavy rainfall and North west monsoon during winter with dry and cold weather. Statement 2 is correct: It has high annual temperature range.During winter a steep pressure gradient is set up between the cold mongolia and siberia and the warmer Pacific coastlands. This leds to the flow of continental polar streams. Statement 3 is correct: It is characterised by the formation of tropical cyclone in southern China. e.g. typhoons. The cyclones originate in the Pacific ocean and move westward to the coastal lands bordering the south China sea.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Despite the long duration of sunshine in summers, the polar regions have very low temperatures. Which of the following is/are the reasons for this? Most of the time the Sun remains near to the horizon. Much of the Sun rays are reflected by the ground snow or used up in melting up of ice cover. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Both the statements are correct. Sun when is near the horizon, sunrays will be very faint, this though causes little warmth but these rays are either reflected by the ground snow or used up in melting of ice. Hence, it has little power left to raise the temperature.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Despite the long duration of sunshine in summers, the polar regions have very low temperatures. Which of the following is/are the reasons for this? Most of the time the Sun remains near to the horizon. Much of the Sun rays are reflected by the ground snow or used up in melting up of ice cover. Select the correct answer using the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:Both the statements are correct. Sun when is near the horizon, sunrays will be very faint, this though causes little warmth but these rays are either reflected by the ground snow or used up in melting of ice. Hence, it has little power left to raise the temperature.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following is/are the characteristics of Mediterranean climate? Shifting of wind belts Dry, warm summer with off-shore trade winds Confined to the Western margins of the continents, between 30 to 40 degrees latitudes. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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All the given conditions are the characteristics of Mediterranean climate. Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Shifting of wind belts is the main characteristic of Mediterranean climate. During summers this region will be under the influence of Offshore Trade winds resulting in dry conditions. During winters, these regions come under influence of Westerlies and receive rainfall. Statement 3 is also correct. The Mediterranean type of climate is confined to the Western portions of the continental masses, between 30-40 degrees North and South both.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the characteristics of Mediterranean climate? Shifting of wind belts Dry, warm summer with off-shore trade winds Confined to the Western margins of the continents, between 30 to 40 degrees latitudes. Select the correct answer using the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 1 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:All the given conditions are the characteristics of Mediterranean climate. Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Shifting of wind belts is the main characteristic of Mediterranean climate. During summers this region will be under the influence of Offshore Trade winds resulting in dry conditions. During winters, these regions come under influence of Westerlies and receive rainfall. Statement 3 is also correct. The Mediterranean type of climate is confined to the Western portions of the continental masses, between 30-40 degrees North and South both.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following is/are the cause of major hot deserts of the world? Descending air due to high pressure Belt. Presence of cold current on the Eastern margin of continent. Very high temperature due to proximity to equator. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. The hot deserts lie astride the Horse Latitudes. These are the Sub-Tropical High Pressure Belts where the air is descending. These conditions are least favourable for precipitation of any kind to take place. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Cold currents are present on the Western margin of continent. Statement 3 is incorrect. First of all none of the desert passes through equator. And Very high temperature region near equator are areas of high rainfall. So, temperature is not a cause of desert.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the cause of major hot deserts of the world? Descending air due to high pressure Belt. Presence of cold current on the Eastern margin of continent. Very high temperature due to proximity to equator. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct. The hot deserts lie astride the Horse Latitudes. These are the Sub-Tropical High Pressure Belts where the air is descending. These conditions are least favourable for precipitation of any kind to take place. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Cold currents are present on the Western margin of continent. Statement 3 is incorrect. First of all none of the desert passes through equator. And Very high temperature region near equator are areas of high rainfall. So, temperature is not a cause of desert.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which among the following is the most appropriate reason for very heavy rainfall in Equatorial region?
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Rain is well distributed throughout the year and there is no dry season or month like other climates.
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There are two periods of maximum rainfall which occur in April and October.
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A single afternoon may receive more rainfall than what the deserts receive in the whole year.
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Rain is well distributed throughout the year and there is no dry season or month like other climates.
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(a) is correct but it does not explain the reason for heavy rainfall, it only describes the annual distribution of rainfall. (b) is correct but is not the reason for heavy rainfall. (c) is correct but just describes the scale of heavy rainfall. (d) This statement explains the reason for heavy rainfall in the equatorial climate
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following is the most appropriate reason for very heavy rainfall in Equatorial region?##Option_A: Rain is well distributed throughout the year and there is no dry season or month like other climates.###Option_B: There are two periods of maximum rainfall which occur in April and October.##Option_C: A single afternoon may receive more rainfall than what the deserts receive in the whole year.##Option_D: Rain is well distributed throughout the year and there is no dry season or month like other climates.##Answer:d##Explaination:(a) is correct but it does not explain the reason for heavy rainfall, it only describes the annual distribution of rainfall. (b) is correct but is not the reason for heavy rainfall. (c) is correct but just describes the scale of heavy rainfall. (d) This statement explains the reason for heavy rainfall in the equatorial climate##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements with regard to local winds: The Fohn and Chinook winds are cold winds that aids in snow formation. The Chinook winds aid in the growth of crops and fruits in the North America. Fohn winds are experienced in the valleys of the northern Alps. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 3 only
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2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The Fohn and Chinook winds are dry winds of northern Alps and eastern slopes of Rockies in USA and Canada respectively. Being a dry and hot wind, it melts snow and causes avalanches. Statement 2 is correct. In the North America, Chinook means snow eater. It hastens growth of crops and fruits and thaws the snow covered pastures. The occurrence of frequent Chinooks means winter is mild. Statement 3 is also correct. Fohn winds are experienced in the valleys of the northern Alps.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to local winds: The Fohn and Chinook winds are cold winds that aids in snow formation. The Chinook winds aid in the growth of crops and fruits in the North America. Fohn winds are experienced in the valleys of the northern Alps. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 3 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 3 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect. The Fohn and Chinook winds are dry winds of northern Alps and eastern slopes of Rockies in USA and Canada respectively. Being a dry and hot wind, it melts snow and causes avalanches. Statement 2 is correct. In the North America, Chinook means snow eater. It hastens growth of crops and fruits and thaws the snow covered pastures. The occurrence of frequent Chinooks means winter is mild. Statement 3 is also correct. Fohn winds are experienced in the valleys of the northern Alps.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following pairs: Name of Tropical Cyclones Region 1. Typhoons : Indian Ocean 2. Cyclones : South China Sea 3. Hurricane : United States of America 4. Willy-willy Australia Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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1, 2 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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3 and 4 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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Typhoons occur in the China sea. Tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean. Hurricanes in the West Indian Islands in the Caribbean. Tornadoes in the Guinea lands lands of West Africa and the Southern USA in which the local name of Whirlwind is often applied and Willy-Willies occur in the North West Australia.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Name of Tropical Cyclones Region 1. Typhoons : Indian Ocean 2. Cyclones : South China Sea 3. Hurricane : United States of America 4. Willy-willy Australia Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Typhoons occur in the China sea. Tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean. Hurricanes in the West Indian Islands in the Caribbean. Tornadoes in the Guinea lands lands of West Africa and the Southern USA in which the local name of Whirlwind is often applied and Willy-Willies occur in the North West Australia.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following vary with temperature? Humidity Atmospheric Stability Cloud formation Precipitation Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1, 3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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2, 3 and 4 only
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1, 3 and 4 only
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All the given weather phenomenas are related to temperature. Temperature influences the amount of water vapour present in the air and thus decides the moisture -carrying capacity of the air. It decides the rate of evaporation and condensation and thus governs the stability of the atmosphere. As the relative humidity is directly related to the temperature of the air, it affects the nature and types of cloud formation and precipitation.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following vary with temperature? Humidity Atmospheric Stability Cloud formation Precipitation Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 3 and 4 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1, 3 and 4 only##Answer:d##Explaination:All the given weather phenomenas are related to temperature. Temperature influences the amount of water vapour present in the air and thus decides the moisture -carrying capacity of the air. It decides the rate of evaporation and condensation and thus governs the stability of the atmosphere. As the relative humidity is directly related to the temperature of the air, it affects the nature and types of cloud formation and precipitation.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following pairs: Parameter Measured by Instrument 1. Wind direction : Anemometer 2. Wind speed : Wind vane 3. Relative Humidity : Hygrometer Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Pair 1 is inccorect: Wind direction is measured by Wind vane or weather clock. Pair 2 is incorrect: Wind speed is measured by Anemomenter. Pair 3 is correct: Relative Humidity is measure by Hygrometer.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Parameter Measured by Instrument 1. Wind direction : Anemometer 2. Wind speed : Wind vane 3. Relative Humidity : Hygrometer Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Pair 1 is inccorect: Wind direction is measured by Wind vane or weather clock. Pair 2 is incorrect: Wind speed is measured by Anemomenter. Pair 3 is correct: Relative Humidity is measure by Hygrometer.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements: Absolute humidity is the weight of water vapour present in unit volume of air. Absolute humidity decreases with rise in temperature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct: The absolute humidity is the actual amount of water vapour present in the air , which is expressed as grams per cubic meters. Statement 2 is incorrect: Absolute humidity is the actual amount of water vapour present in the air, which is independent of the temperature of the air. It is the relative humidity which varies with the temperature.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Absolute humidity is the weight of water vapour present in unit volume of air. Absolute humidity decreases with rise in temperature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:a##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct: The absolute humidity is the actual amount of water vapour present in the air , which is expressed as grams per cubic meters. Statement 2 is incorrect: Absolute humidity is the actual amount of water vapour present in the air, which is independent of the temperature of the air. It is the relative humidity which varies with the temperature.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements: The richest fishing grounds in the world are found in the Continental Shelves. Height of tides decreases in the Continental Shelves due to gentle slope. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as shallowness of the shelf allows sunlight to reach till the bottom,thus helping in the growth of planktons and making them a big reservoir of fishes. Statement 2 is not correct as the gentler slopes and lesser heights help in increasing the height of tides in these areas.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The richest fishing grounds in the world are found in the Continental Shelves. Height of tides decreases in the Continental Shelves due to gentle slope. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:a##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct as shallowness of the shelf allows sunlight to reach till the bottom,thus helping in the growth of planktons and making them a big reservoir of fishes. Statement 2 is not correct as the gentler slopes and lesser heights help in increasing the height of tides in these areas.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which of the following is/are the terrigenous ocean deposits which are derived mainly from the land? Muds Oozes Red Clays Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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Terrigenous ocean deposits are derived mainly from the land. Among the given deposits, only muds are classified as terrigenous deposits. Muds are terrigenous deposits found mainly in the continental shelf and not in slopes and are classified into blue, green and red (not yellow) according to their chemical composition. Option 2 is incorrect as oozes are pelagic deposits formed by deposition of dead bodies of orgnaisms found in the oceans. Option 3 is incorrect as the red clays are found in the deeper parts of the Ocean floors. They are formed from volcanic dust blown out from volcanoes during volcanic eruptions. Hence option (a) is the correct answer.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the terrigenous ocean deposits which are derived mainly from the land? Muds Oozes Red Clays Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Terrigenous ocean deposits are derived mainly from the land. Among the given deposits, only muds are classified as terrigenous deposits. Muds are terrigenous deposits found mainly in the continental shelf and not in slopes and are classified into blue, green and red (not yellow) according to their chemical composition. Option 2 is incorrect as oozes are pelagic deposits formed by deposition of dead bodies of orgnaisms found in the oceans. Option 3 is incorrect as the red clays are found in the deeper parts of the Ocean floors. They are formed from volcanic dust blown out from volcanoes during volcanic eruptions. Hence option (a) is the correct answer.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Eastward flow of most of the Indian rivers is due to which among the following?
1. Potwar Plateau (Delhi Ridge), act as the water divide.
2. Slope of Indian peninsula pramote eastward flow.
3. The down-thrusted Malda gap area between the Rajmahal hills and the Meghalaya plateau
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is correct: Potwar Plateau (Delhi Ridge), act as the water divide
Statement 2 is correct: Slope of Indian peninsula pramote eastward flow.
Statement 3 is correct: The down-thrusted Malda gap area between the Rajmahal hills and the Meghalaya plateau
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d
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Eastward flow of most of the Indian rivers is due to which among the following?
1. Potwar Plateau (Delhi Ridge), act as the water divide.
2. Slope of Indian peninsula pramote eastward flow.
3. The down-thrusted Malda gap area between the Rajmahal hills and the Meghalaya plateau
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 2 and 3 only
##Option_C: 1 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct: Potwar Plateau (Delhi Ridge), act as the water divide
Statement 2 is correct: Slope of Indian peninsula pramote eastward flow.
Statement 3 is correct: The down-thrusted Malda gap area between the Rajmahal hills and the Meghalaya plateau
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements, regarding Indus river:
1. The Indus flows in India only through the Leh district in Jammu and Kashmir.
2. Jhelum is the largest tributary of Indus.
3. It originates from a glacier in the Kailash Mountain range.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is correct: The Indus flows in India only through the Leh district in Jammu and Kashmir.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Chenab is the largest tributary of Indus.Jhelum is the tributary of Chenab.
Statement 3 is correct: It originates from a glacier near Bokhar Chu in the Tibetan region at an altitude of 4,164 m in the Kailash Mountain range.
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c
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements, regarding Indus river:
1. The Indus flows in India only through the Leh district in Jammu and Kashmir.
2. Jhelum is the largest tributary of Indus.
3. It originates from a glacier in the Kailash Mountain range.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 2 and 3 only
##Option_C: 1 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct: The Indus flows in India only through the Leh district in Jammu and Kashmir.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Chenab is the largest tributary of Indus.Jhelum is the tributary of Chenab.
Statement 3 is correct: It originates from a glacier near Bokhar Chu in the Tibetan region at an altitude of 4,164 m in the Kailash Mountain range.
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements:
1. Chenab flows through the Wular lake.
2. Satluj originates in the Rakas lake
3. Beas feeds the canal system of the Bhakra Nangal project.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect ?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: The Jhelum, an important tributary of the Indus, rises from a spring at Verinag situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal in the south-eastern part of the valley of Kashmir. It flows through Srinagar and the Wular lake before entering Pakistan through a deep narrow gorge.
Statement 2 is correct: The Satluj originates in the Rakas lake near Mansarovar at an altitude of 4,555 m in Tibet where it is known as Langchen Khambab.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Satluj is a very important tributary as it feeds the canal
system of the Bhakra Nangal project
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c
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. Chenab flows through the Wular lake.
2. Satluj originates in the Rakas lake
3. Beas feeds the canal system of the Bhakra Nangal project.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect ?
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 2 and 3 only
##Option_C: 1 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Jhelum, an important tributary of the Indus, rises from a spring at Verinag situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal in the south-eastern part of the valley of Kashmir. It flows through Srinagar and the Wular lake before entering Pakistan through a deep narrow gorge.
Statement 2 is correct: The Satluj originates in the Rakas lake near Mansarovar at an altitude of 4,555 m in Tibet where it is known as Langchen Khambab.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Satluj is a very important tributary as it feeds the canal
system of the Bhakra Nangal project
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements with regard to tributaries of Indus:
Chenab flows through the Wular lake.
Satluj originates near Mansarovar in Tibet and passes through Shipki la pass.
Beas river flows through the states of Himachal pradesh, Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: The Jhelum, an important tributary of the Indus, rises from a spring at Verinag situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal in the south-eastern part of the valley of Kashmir. It flows through Srinagar and the Wular lake before entering Pakistan through a deep narrow gorge.
Statement 2 is correct: The Satluj originates in the Rakas lake near Mansarovar at an altitude of 4,555 m in Tibet where it is known as Langchen Khambab. It flows almost parallel to the Indus for about 400 km before entering India, and comes out of a gorge at Rupar. It passes through the Shipki La on the Himalayan ranges and enters the Punjab plains.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Beas river originates in Himachal pradesh and enters the Punjab plains where it meets the Satluj near Harike. Beas does not flow through Jammu and Kashmir.
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c
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements with regard to tributaries of Indus:
Chenab flows through the Wular lake.
Satluj originates near Mansarovar in Tibet and passes through Shipki la pass.
Beas river flows through the states of Himachal pradesh, Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 2 and 3 only
##Option_C: 1 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Jhelum, an important tributary of the Indus, rises from a spring at Verinag situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal in the south-eastern part of the valley of Kashmir. It flows through Srinagar and the Wular lake before entering Pakistan through a deep narrow gorge.
Statement 2 is correct: The Satluj originates in the Rakas lake near Mansarovar at an altitude of 4,555 m in Tibet where it is known as Langchen Khambab. It flows almost parallel to the Indus for about 400 km before entering India, and comes out of a gorge at Rupar. It passes through the Shipki La on the Himalayan ranges and enters the Punjab plains.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Beas river originates in Himachal pradesh and enters the Punjab plains where it meets the Satluj near Harike. Beas does not flow through Jammu and Kashmir.
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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The Ganga river flows through which of the following states? 1. Himachal Pradesh 2. Chattisgarh 3. Bihar 4. Odisha Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 3 only
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2, 3 and 4 only
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3 only
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1 and 3 only
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The Ganga river is shared by : Uttaranchal (110 km) Uttar Pradesh (1,450 km), Bihar (445 km) West Bengal (520 km). However it touches the border of Jharkhand as well.
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c
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Ganga river flows through which of the following states? 1. Himachal Pradesh 2. Chattisgarh 3. Bihar 4. Odisha Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination:The Ganga river is shared by : Uttaranchal (110 km) Uttar Pradesh (1,450 km), Bihar (445 km) West Bengal (520 km). However it touches the border of Jharkhand as well.##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements with regard to peninsular rivers: 1. They are characterized by high meanders and shifting course. 2. These rivers are in youth stage of river cycle. 3. The drainage pattern of these rivers is mainly dendritic. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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2 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: Smaller, fixed course with well-adjusted valleys, thus neither meander in plains nor have shifting course.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Old rivers with graded profile, and have almost reached their base levels.
Statement 3 is incorrect: These rivers are not antecedental in nature, instead are Super imposed, rejuvenated resulting in trellis, radial and rectangular patterns.
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d
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to peninsular rivers: 1. They are characterized by high meanders and shifting course. 2. These rivers are in youth stage of river cycle. 3. The drainage pattern of these rivers is mainly dendritic. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? ##Option_A: 2 only ###Option_B: 1 and 3 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 2 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is incorrect: Smaller, fixed course with well-adjusted valleys, thus neither meander in plains nor have shifting course.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Old rivers with graded profile, and have almost reached their base levels.
Statement 3 is incorrect: These rivers are not antecedental in nature, instead are Super imposed, rejuvenated resulting in trellis, radial and rectangular patterns.
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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The ideal of "Welfare State" in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its:
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Preamble
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Directive Principles of State Policy
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Fundamental Rights
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Preamble
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DPSP sets political, social and economic goals for the government.
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b
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Directive Principles
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The ideal of "Welfare State" in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its:##Option_A:Preamble###Option_B:Directive Principles of State Policy##Option_C:Fundamental Rights##Option_D:Preamble##Answer:b##Explaination:
DPSP sets political, social and economic goals for the government.
##Topic:Directive Principles ##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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Which of the following conditions are found in the regions of arid landforms? Insufficient rainfall High rate of evaporation Mechanical and chemical weathering Wind erosion Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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1, 3 and 4 only
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2, 3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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All the given conditions are found in the regions of arid landforms. Insufficient rainfall that too in irregular period results into aridity. The excessive temperature leading to high rate of evaporation further aggravates the dryness. Sub aerial denudation in the form of mechanical and chemical weathering is most potent factor in reducing the rocks to sand in arid regions. Wind action results in to wind erosion as there is little vegetation it helps in causing deflation, abrasion and aatrition.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following conditions are found in the regions of arid landforms? Insufficient rainfall High rate of evaporation Mechanical and chemical weathering Wind erosion Select the correct answer using the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 1, 3 and 4 only ##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:All the given conditions are found in the regions of arid landforms. Insufficient rainfall that too in irregular period results into aridity. The excessive temperature leading to high rate of evaporation further aggravates the dryness. Sub aerial denudation in the form of mechanical and chemical weathering is most potent factor in reducing the rocks to sand in arid regions. Wind action results in to wind erosion as there is little vegetation it helps in causing deflation, abrasion and aatrition.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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With reference to the characteristics of hot deserts, consider the following statements: Most of the hot deserts lie between 15 o and 30 o parallels of latitude in both the hemispheres. They lies in the western parts of continents where trade winds are off shore. They are under the influence of cold ocean currents. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct, almost all deserts lies in between 15 o and 30 o parallels of latitude north and south of the equator. barring few deserts which are mid latitude deserts rest all are trade wind deserts or tropical hot deserts. Statement 2 is correct, they lie in the trade wind belt on the western parts of continents. Here trade winds are offshore bringing literally no rainfall causing dryness. Statement 3 is correct, cold currents produces desicating effect resulting into less precipitation as moisture is not easily condensed.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the characteristics of hot deserts, consider the following statements: Most of the hot deserts lie between 15 o and 30 o parallels of latitude in both the hemispheres. They lies in the western parts of continents where trade winds are off shore. They are under the influence of cold ocean currents. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct, almost all deserts lies in between 15 o and 30 o parallels of latitude north and south of the equator. barring few deserts which are mid latitude deserts rest all are trade wind deserts or tropical hot deserts. Statement 2 is correct, they lie in the trade wind belt on the western parts of continents. Here trade winds are offshore bringing literally no rainfall causing dryness. Statement 3 is correct, cold currents produces desicating effect resulting into less precipitation as moisture is not easily condensed.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following is not a chemical weathering process? Solution Oxidation Hydration Carbonation Select the answer using the code given below.
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1 and 3 only
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3 only
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2 and 4 only
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1 and 3 only
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All the given processes are part of chemical weathering. Option 1 is correct. Solution leads to dissolution of the minerals by water. It is the most potent weathering process in lime stone regions because the rain-water attacks and dissolves the calcium carbonate of which the rock is mainly formed. Option 2 is correct. Oxidation is the reaction of oxygen in air or water with minerals in the rock. Option 3 is correct. Hydration is the chemical addition of water. Calcium sulphate takes in water and turns to gypsum, which is more unstable than calcium sulphate. Option 4 is incorrect. Carbonation is the reaction of carbonate and bicarbonate with minerals and is a common process helping the breaking down of feldspars and carbonate minerals.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is not a chemical weathering process? Solution Oxidation Hydration Carbonation Select the answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:All the given processes are part of chemical weathering. Option 1 is correct. Solution leads to dissolution of the minerals by water. It is the most potent weathering process in lime stone regions because the rain-water attacks and dissolves the calcium carbonate of which the rock is mainly formed. Option 2 is correct. Oxidation is the reaction of oxygen in air or water with minerals in the rock. Option 3 is correct. Hydration is the chemical addition of water. Calcium sulphate takes in water and turns to gypsum, which is more unstable than calcium sulphate. Option 4 is incorrect. Carbonation is the reaction of carbonate and bicarbonate with minerals and is a common process helping the breaking down of feldspars and carbonate minerals.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following conditions enhance Chemical weathering? Dry climatic conditions Presence of Soil cover Bacterial activity Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Option 1 is incorrect: Wet and warm climatic conditions promote chemical weathering whereas dry climatic conditions promote mechanical or physical weathering. Option 2 is correct: Soil enhance chemical weathering as it absorbs rain water and keep underlying rock in contact with moisture. Option 3 is correct: Biotic factors promote chemical weathering. Organic acids, released by bacteria, help to speed up the weathering of the underlying rocks. Thus, it promotes chemical weathering.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following conditions enhance Chemical weathering? Dry climatic conditions Presence of Soil cover Bacterial activity Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 3 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:Option 1 is incorrect: Wet and warm climatic conditions promote chemical weathering whereas dry climatic conditions promote mechanical or physical weathering. Option 2 is correct: Soil enhance chemical weathering as it absorbs rain water and keep underlying rock in contact with moisture. Option 3 is correct: Biotic factors promote chemical weathering. Organic acids, released by bacteria, help to speed up the weathering of the underlying rocks. Thus, it promotes chemical weathering.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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A volcano be found in which of the following regions? Along the coastal mountain range In off-shore islands Interiors of continents Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Volcanoes are found in all the given regions. Examples for each of them are: Volcanoes around Circum Pacific Belt. Volcanoes around Cape Verde Islands and Canaray Islands. Volcanoes in interiors like East African Rift Valley.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A volcano be found in which of the following regions? Along the coastal mountain range In off-shore islands Interiors of continents Select the correct answer using the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:Volcanoes are found in all the given regions. Examples for each of them are: Volcanoes around Circum Pacific Belt. Volcanoes around Cape Verde Islands and Canaray Islands. Volcanoes in interiors like East African Rift Valley.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements with reference to acidic and basic lavas: Acidic lavas are hotter than basic lavas. Acidic lavas contain higher percentage of silica than basic lavas. Basic lavas flow slowly and are more viscous than acidic lavas. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 only
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1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect : Basic lavas are the hottest lavas, which are about 1000 degree C. Statement 2 is correct: Acidic lavas contain higher percentage of Silica than basic lavas. Basic lavas are dark coloured, rich in iron and magnesium but poor in silica. Statement 3 is incorrect: Basic lavas have very high fluidity and flow readily. The resultant volcano is gently sloping with a wide diameter and forms a flattened shield or dome. Acidic lavas flow slowly and are more viscous and resultant cone is steep-sided.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to acidic and basic lavas: Acidic lavas are hotter than basic lavas. Acidic lavas contain higher percentage of silica than basic lavas. Basic lavas flow slowly and are more viscous than acidic lavas. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect : Basic lavas are the hottest lavas, which are about 1000 degree C. Statement 2 is correct: Acidic lavas contain higher percentage of Silica than basic lavas. Basic lavas are dark coloured, rich in iron and magnesium but poor in silica. Statement 3 is incorrect: Basic lavas have very high fluidity and flow readily. The resultant volcano is gently sloping with a wide diameter and forms a flattened shield or dome. Acidic lavas flow slowly and are more viscous and resultant cone is steep-sided.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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How is a "Caldera" formed?
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By frequent eruption of volcano creating layers of ash and pyroclast.
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By depression caused by collapsing of volcanic cone into the vent.
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Due to meteorite impact on earth creating small craters.
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By frequent eruption of volcano creating layers of ash and pyroclast.
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During a volcanic eruption, material from the top of the cone is blown off or collapses into the vent widening the orifice into a large crater. Some volcanoes may have greatly enlarged depressions called Calderas. These are a result of violent eruptions, accompanied by the subsidence of such volcano into the magma.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:How is a "Caldera" formed? ##Option_A: By frequent eruption of volcano creating layers of ash and pyroclast. ###Option_B: By depression caused by collapsing of volcanic cone into the vent. ##Option_C: Due to meteorite impact on earth creating small craters. ##Option_D: By frequent eruption of volcano creating layers of ash and pyroclast. ##Answer:b##Explaination:During a volcanic eruption, material from the top of the cone is blown off or collapses into the vent widening the orifice into a large crater. Some volcanoes may have greatly enlarged depressions called Calderas. These are a result of violent eruptions, accompanied by the subsidence of such volcano into the magma.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to fold mountains, consider the following statements: Fold Mountains are mainly found at constructive plate boundaries. In a folding, upfolds are called anticlines and downfolds are syncline. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect - Fold mountains are mainly found at convergent plate boundaries which are destructive in nature. They occur along the plate margins of continent-continent, continent-ocean or ocean-ocean. Statement 2 is correct - The upfolded waves in a folding are called anticlines and the troughs or downfolds are synclines.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to fold mountains, consider the following statements: Fold Mountains are mainly found at constructive plate boundaries. In a folding, upfolds are called anticlines and downfolds are syncline. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect - Fold mountains are mainly found at convergent plate boundaries which are destructive in nature. They occur along the plate margins of continent-continent, continent-ocean or ocean-ocean. Statement 2 is correct - The upfolded waves in a folding are called anticlines and the troughs or downfolds are synclines.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following pairs: Rock Metamorphic form 1. Limestone : marble 2. Sandstone : quartzite 3. Granite : gneiss Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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3 only
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1 and 2 only
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The formation of metamorphic rocks under the stress of pressure is known as dynamic metamorphism. In this case, clay is converted into slate, Limestone is converted into marble, sandstone is converted into quartzite, granite is converted into gneiss and shale is converted into schist.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Rock Metamorphic form 1. Limestone : marble 2. Sandstone : quartzite 3. Granite : gneiss Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:The formation of metamorphic rocks under the stress of pressure is known as dynamic metamorphism. In this case, clay is converted into slate, Limestone is converted into marble, sandstone is converted into quartzite, granite is converted into gneiss and shale is converted into schist.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements: Under great heat and pressure igneous rock become sedimentary rocks. Alluvial deposits in the Indo Gangetic plain is sedimentary accumulation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect - Under great heat and pressure igneous rock and sedimentary rocks become Metamorphic rocks. Statement 2 is correct - Alluvial deposits in the Indo Gangetic plain is sedimentary accumulation.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Under great heat and pressure igneous rock become sedimentary rocks. Alluvial deposits in the Indo Gangetic plain is sedimentary accumulation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect - Under great heat and pressure igneous rock and sedimentary rocks become Metamorphic rocks. Statement 2 is correct - Alluvial deposits in the Indo Gangetic plain is sedimentary accumulation.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements: The main constituents of Granitic rocks are Silica and Magnesium. Oceanic floors are mainly made up of Basaltic rocks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect - Granite rocks are made up of silica and alumina and it is collectively referred to as Sial. Statement 2 is correct - Ocean floors are made up of Basaltic rock, it comprises mainly silica and magnesium. Hence it is referred to as SiMa.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The main constituents of Granitic rocks are Silica and Magnesium. Oceanic floors are mainly made up of Basaltic rocks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect - Granite rocks are made up of silica and alumina and it is collectively referred to as Sial. Statement 2 is correct - Ocean floors are made up of Basaltic rock, it comprises mainly silica and magnesium. Hence it is referred to as SiMa.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to the International Date Line, which of the following statements is/are correct? A traveller crossing it from east to west gains a day. When one crosses it, there is only change of date and not of time. It deviates from the normal 180 degree meridian at various places. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect. A traveller crossing the date line from east to west loses a day. A traveller crossing the date line from west to east gains a day. Statement 2 is correct. When one crosses IDL, there is only change of date not time, as there is no change in time zone. Statement 3 is correct. IDL in the mid-Pacific deviates from normal 180 degree meridian at the Bering Strait, Fiji, Tonga and other islands to prevent confusion of day and date in some of the island groups that are cut through by the meridian. Otherwise the same island will have two different dates.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the International Date Line, which of the following statements is/are correct? A traveller crossing it from east to west gains a day. When one crosses it, there is only change of date and not of time. It deviates from the normal 180 degree meridian at various places. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 and 3 only###Option_B:1 and 2 only##Option_C:2 and 3 only##Option_D:1 and 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect. A traveller crossing the date line from east to west loses a day. A traveller crossing the date line from west to east gains a day. Statement 2 is correct. When one crosses IDL, there is only change of date not time, as there is no change in time zone. Statement 3 is correct. IDL in the mid-Pacific deviates from normal 180 degree meridian at the Bering Strait, Fiji, Tonga and other islands to prevent confusion of day and date in some of the island groups that are cut through by the meridian. Otherwise the same island will have two different dates.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: The Sun is vertically overhead at the equator only during two days each year. On Equinoxes, all the places of earth will have equal lengths of days and nights. On Winter Solstice, the southern hemisphere will have its shortest day and longest night. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. The Sun is vertically overhead at the equator two days each year. These are called equinoxes. These are usually 21st March and 21st September though the dates change because a year is not exactly 365 days. Statement 2 is correct. On these two days, all the places on earth will have equal lengths of day and night. Statement 3 is incorrect. On Winter Solstice, it is the Northern hemisphere not the Southern hemisphere which will have its shortest day and longest night. These terminologies have been given with reference to Northern hemisphere.
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b
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Sun is vertically overhead at the equator only during two days each year. On Equinoxes, all the places of earth will have equal lengths of days and nights. On Winter Solstice, the southern hemisphere will have its shortest day and longest night. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct. The Sun is vertically overhead at the equator two days each year. These are called equinoxes. These are usually 21st March and 21st September though the dates change because a year is not exactly 365 days. Statement 2 is correct. On these two days, all the places on earth will have equal lengths of day and night. Statement 3 is incorrect. On Winter Solstice, it is the Northern hemisphere not the Southern hemisphere which will have its shortest day and longest night. These terminologies have been given with reference to Northern hemisphere.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which of the following is/are the reasons for varying lengths of day and night at different time of the year? Inclined axis of earth. Elliptical orbit of revolution around sun. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
|
Statement 1 is correct reason. The axis of earth is inclined to the ecliptic plane giving rise to the different seasons and varying lengths of day and night. If the axis were perpendicular to the ecliptic plane, all parts of the globe would have equal days and nights at all times of the year. Statement 2 is not correct. The elliptical shape of orbit does not impacts length of day and night. Varying length of day and night are due to inclination of axis.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the reasons for varying lengths of day and night at different time of the year? Inclined axis of earth. Elliptical orbit of revolution around sun. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct reason. The axis of earth is inclined to the ecliptic plane giving rise to the different seasons and varying lengths of day and night. If the axis were perpendicular to the ecliptic plane, all parts of the globe would have equal days and nights at all times of the year. Statement 2 is not correct. The elliptical shape of orbit does not impacts length of day and night. Varying length of day and night are due to inclination of axis.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which of the following are the evidences of spherical shape of earth? Shadow cast by earth during lunar eclipse. Spherical shape of other planetary bodies. Different time of sunset at different places. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. The shadow of the earth on the moon during the lunar eclipse is always circular. It takes the outline of an arc of a circle. Only a sphere can cast such a circular shadow. Statement 2 is correct. All observations from telescopes reveal that the planetary bodies, the Sun, Moon, satellites and stars have circular outlines from whichever angle they are seen. They are strictly spheres. Earth, by analogy, cannot be the only exception. Statement 3 is correct. The sun rises and sets at different times in different places. If the earth were flat, the whole world would have sunrise and sunset at the same time.
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the evidences of spherical shape of earth? Shadow cast by earth during lunar eclipse. Spherical shape of other planetary bodies. Different time of sunset at different places. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct. The shadow of the earth on the moon during the lunar eclipse is always circular. It takes the outline of an arc of a circle. Only a sphere can cast such a circular shadow. Statement 2 is correct. All observations from telescopes reveal that the planetary bodies, the Sun, Moon, satellites and stars have circular outlines from whichever angle they are seen. They are strictly spheres. Earth, by analogy, cannot be the only exception. Statement 3 is correct. The sun rises and sets at different times in different places. If the earth were flat, the whole world would have sunrise and sunset at the same time.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Venus is considered as "Earth"s twin" because:
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its period of revolution is same as that of Earth.
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it has abundant amount of water.
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it has approximately same size, mass and density as that of Earth.
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its period of revolution is same as that of Earth.
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Venus is often considered as 'Earth's twin' because of its close proximity in size, mass (weight) and density. No other planet is as similar to the Earth as Venus.
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c
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No_topic
|
Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Venus is considered as "Earth"s twin" because:##Option_A:its period of revolution is same as that of Earth.###Option_B:it has abundant amount of water.##Option_C:it has approximately same size, mass and density as that of Earth.##Option_D:its period of revolution is same as that of Earth.##Answer:c##Explaination:Venus is often considered as 'Earth's twin' because of its close proximity in size, mass (weight) and density. No other planet is as similar to the Earth as Venus.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which of the following rivers originate from Aravalli Hills?
Luni
Sabarmati
Mahi
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Luni and Sabarmati rivers originate from the Aravallis. Mahi, on the other hand, originates from Vindhyachal Hills. Hence, (b) is the correct answer.
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b
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following rivers originate from Aravalli Hills?
Luni
Sabarmati
Mahi
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 1 and 2 only
##Option_C: 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:b##Explaination:
Luni and Sabarmati rivers originate from the Aravallis. Mahi, on the other hand, originates from Vindhyachal Hills. Hence, (b) is the correct answer.
##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which of the following is the correct sequence of hills from North to South in orientation
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Vindhyas,Satpura,Mahadeo,Ajanta
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Vindhyas,Mahadeo,Satpura,Ajanta
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Satpura,Mahadeo,Vindhyas,Ajanta
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Vindhyas,Satpura,Mahadeo,Ajanta
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Correct sequence of the following hills from North to South:
Vindhyas>Satpura>Mahadeo>Ajanta
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a
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Plateau and Islands of India.
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Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is the correct sequence of hills from North to South in orientation
##Option_A: Vindhyas,Satpura,Mahadeo,Ajanta
###Option_B: Vindhyas,Mahadeo,Satpura,Ajanta
##Option_C: Satpura,Mahadeo,Vindhyas,Ajanta
##Option_D: Vindhyas,Satpura,Mahadeo,Ajanta
##Answer:a##Explaination:
Correct sequence of the following hills from North to South:
Vindhyas>Satpura>Mahadeo>Ajanta
##Topic:Plateau and Islands of India.##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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With reference to Koeppen’s scheme of climate classification, consider the following pairs:
Type of Climate
Associated Region
1. As
:
West Coast of India
2. E
:
Jammu and Kashmir
3. Aw
:
Extreme western Rajasthan
4. Cwg
:
Gangetic Plains
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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1, 2 and 3 only
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1, 3 and 4 only
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2 and 4 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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Type of Climate as per Koeppen’s scheme of climate classification:
Amw (Monsoon with short dry season)- West coast of India south of Goa
As (Monsoon with dry summer) - Coromandel coast of Tamil Nadu
Aw (Tropical savannah) - Most of the Peninsular plateaus, south of the Tropic of Cancer
Bwhw (Semi-arid steppe climate) - North-western Gujarat, some parts of western Rajasthan and Punjab
Bwhw (Hot desert) - Extreme western Rajasthan
Cwg (Monsoon with dry winter) - Ganga plain, eastern Rajasthan, northern Madhya Pradesh, most of North-east India
Dfc (Cold humid winter with short summer) - Arunachal Pradesh
E (Polar type) - Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttaranchal
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c
|
No_topic
|
Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to Koeppen’s scheme of climate classification, consider the following pairs:
Type of Climate
Associated Region
1. As
:
West Coast of India
2. E
:
Jammu and Kashmir
3. Aw
:
Extreme western Rajasthan
4. Cwg
:
Gangetic Plains
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only
###Option_B: 1, 3 and 4 only
##Option_C: 2 and 4 only
##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Type of Climate as per Koeppen’s scheme of climate classification:
Amw (Monsoon with short dry season)- West coast of India south of Goa
As (Monsoon with dry summer) - Coromandel coast of Tamil Nadu
Aw (Tropical savannah) - Most of the Peninsular plateaus, south of the Tropic of Cancer
Bwhw (Semi-arid steppe climate) - North-western Gujarat, some parts of western Rajasthan and Punjab
Bwhw (Hot desert) - Extreme western Rajasthan
Cwg (Monsoon with dry winter) - Ganga plain, eastern Rajasthan, northern Madhya Pradesh, most of North-east India
Dfc (Cold humid winter with short summer) - Arunachal Pradesh
E (Polar type) - Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttaranchal
##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which among the following correctly describes the term "Bugyals"?
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They are longitudnal valleys in Arunachal Himalayas
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They are lacustrine deposits in the Kashmir Himalayas.
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They are the summer grasslands in higher reaches of Uttarakhand Himlayas.
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They are longitudnal valleys in Arunachal Himalayas
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'Bugyals' are the summer glasslands in the higher reaches of the Uttarakhand Himalayas. Nomadic groups such as Bhotias migrate to 'Bugyals' during summer months.
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c
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following correctly describes the term "Bugyals"? ##Option_A: They are longitudnal valleys in Arunachal Himalayas ###Option_B: They are lacustrine deposits in the Kashmir Himalayas. ##Option_C: They are the summer grasslands in higher reaches of Uttarakhand Himlayas. ##Option_D: They are longitudnal valleys in Arunachal Himalayas ##Answer:c##Explaination:'Bugyals' are the summer glasslands in the higher reaches of the Uttarakhand Himalayas. Nomadic groups such as Bhotias migrate to 'Bugyals' during summer months.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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