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Prelims 2024

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GeographyClimatologyInsolation, Heat Budget and the Greenhouse EffectMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
Type:
Statement relationship
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Atmospheric heating · Terrestrial radiation · Greenhouse gases

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2024 · Q1

Prelims 2024, question 1: Insolation, Heat Budget and the Greenhouse Effect

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terrestrial radiation. Statement-II: Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are good absorbers of long wave radiation. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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GeographyClimatologyAtmospheric Composition, Structure and AerosolsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Statement relationship
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Troposphere · Convection · Equatorial atmosphere
Related topics:
Insolation, Heat Budget and the Greenhouse Effect

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2024 · Q2

Prelims 2024, question 2: Atmospheric Composition, Structure and Aerosols

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Thickness of the troposphere at the equator is much greater as compared to poles. Statement-II: At the equator, heat is transported to great heights by strong convectional currents. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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GeographyGeomorphologyVolcanism and Volcanic LandformsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Statement based
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Volcanic eruptions · Pyroclastic debris · Volcanic gases

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2024 · Q3

Prelims 2024, question 3: Volcanism and Volcanic Landforms

Consider the following: 1. Pyroclastic debris 2. Ash and dust 3. Nitrogen compounds 4. Sulphur compounds How many of the above are products of volcanic eruptions?

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GeographyClimatologyTemperature Distribution, Inversions and IsothermsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Application
Tags:
Isotherms · January temperatures · Ocean currents

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2024 · Q4

Prelims 2024, question 4: Temperature Distribution, Inversions and Isotherms

Which of the following is/are correct inference/inferences from isothermal maps in the month of January?. 1. The isotherms deviate to the north over the ocean and to the south over the continent. 2. The presence of cold ocean currents, Gulf Stream and North Atlantic Drift make the North Atlantic Ocean colder and the isotherms bend towards the north. Select the answer using the code given below :

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GeographyIndian Physical GeographyIndian Drainage, River Basins and River SystemsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Map / location
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Ganga tributaries · Himalayan rivers · River sequence

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2024 · Q6

Prelims 2024, question 6: Indian Drainage, River Basins and River Systems

With reference to the Himalayan rivers joining the Ganga downstream of Prayagraj from West to East, which one of the following sequences is correct?

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GeographyGeomorphologyWeathering, Mass Wasting and Rock PropertiesMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Statement relationship
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Weathering · Rainwater · Chemical weathering

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2024 · Q7

Prelims 2024, question 7: Weathering, Mass Wasting and Rock Properties

Consider the following statements : Statement-I: Rainfall is one of the reasons for weathering of rocks. Statement-II: Rain water contains carbon dioxide in solution. Statement-III: Rain water contains atmospheric oxygen. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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GeographyWorld Regional GeographyCountries, Borders and Political Map LocationsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Map / location
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
North Sea · Country borders · Europe map
Related topics:
World Seas, Straits, Gulfs and Chokepoints

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2024 · Q8

Prelims 2024, question 8: Countries, Borders and Political Map Locations

Consider the following countries : 1. Finland 2. Germany 3. Norway 4. Russia How many of the above countries have a border with the North Sea?

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GeographyIndian Physical GeographyIndian Drainage, River Basins and River SystemsMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Pairs
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Waterfalls · Indian rivers · River locations

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2024 · Q9

Prelims 2024, question 9: Indian Drainage, River Basins and River Systems

Consider the following information: Waterfall - Region - River 1. Dhuandhar - Malwa - Narmada 2. Hundru - Chota Nagpur - Subarnarekha 3. Gersoppa - Western Ghats - Netravati In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?

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GeographyGeomorphologyCrustal Deformation, Folds, Faults and Mountain BuildingMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
Type:
Pairs
Skill:
Application
Tags:
Mountain ranges · Fold mountains · Block mountains
Related topics:
World Mountains, Plateaus and Plains

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2024 · Q10

Prelims 2024, question 10: Crustal Deformation, Folds, Faults and Mountain Building

Consider the following information: Region - Name of the mountain range - Type of mountain 1. Central Asia - Vosges - Fold mountain 2. Europe - Alps - Block mountain 3. North America - Appalachians - Fold mountain 4. South America - Andes - Fold mountain In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?

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GeographyClimatologyAtmospheric Composition, Structure and AerosolsEasy (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Water vapour · Atmospheric composition · Altitude

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2024 · Q12

Prelims 2024, question 12: Atmospheric Composition, Structure and Aerosols

With reference to “water vapour”, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a gas, the amount of which decreases with altitude. 2. Its percentage is maximum at the poles. Select the answer using the code given below :

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GeographyClimatologyGlobal Climate Types and ClassificationMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Single choice
Skill:
Application
Tags:
Climate types · Temperature range · Precipitation

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2024 · Q13

Prelims 2024, question 13: Global Climate Types and Classification

Consider the following description: 1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low. 2. Precipitation occurs throughout the year. 3. Precipitation varies between 50 cm - 250 cm. What is this type of climate?

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GeographyClimatologyPressure Belts, Planetary Winds and Jet StreamsMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
Type:
Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Coriolis force · Wind velocity · Latitude
Related topics:
Earth Motions, Rotation, Revolution and Axial Changes

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2024 · Q14

Prelims 2024, question 14: Pressure Belts, Planetary Winds and Jet Streams

With reference to “Coriolis force”, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It increases with increase in wind velocity. 2. It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator. Select the answer using the code given below :

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GeographyEarth, Universe and Map FundamentalsEarth Motions, Rotation, Revolution and Axial ChangesMedium (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Statement based
Skill:
Application
Tags:
June solstice · Day length · Earth motions
Related topics:
Latitude, Longitude, Time Zones and International Date Line

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2024 · Q15

Prelims 2024, question 15: Earth Motions, Rotation, Revolution and Axial Changes

On June 21 every year, which of the following latitude(s) experience(s) a sunlight of more than 12 hours? 1. Equator 2. Tropic of Cancer 3. Tropic of Capricorn 4. Arctic Circle Select the correct answer using the code given below :

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GeographyWorld Regional GeographyCountries, Borders and Political Map LocationsEasy (editorial estimate)
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Type:
Map / location
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
International borders · Longest border · World political map

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2024 · Q79

Prelims 2024, question 79: Countries, Borders and Political Map Locations

The longest border between any two countries in the world is between :

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GeographyResources and Economic GeographyConventional Energy Resources and Petroleum GeographyMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
Type:
Statement relationship
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Sumed pipeline · Red Sea · Mediterranean Sea · Oil routes
Related topics:
World Seas, Straits, Gulfs and Chokepoints

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2024 · Q88

Prelims 2024, question 88: Conventional Energy Resources and Petroleum Geography

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Sumed pipeline is a strategic route for Persian Gulf oil and natural gas shipments to Europe. Statement-II: Sumed pipeline connects the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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GeographyOceanographyOcean Temperature, Salinity and DensityEasy (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Red Sea · Precipitation · River inflow · Ocean salinity controls

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2024 · Q89

Prelims 2024, question 89: Ocean Temperature, Salinity and Density

Consider the following statements : 1. The Red Sea receives very little precipitation in any form. 2. No water enters the Red Sea from rivers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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