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UPSC Static Quiz - 2020: IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - GEOGRAPHY [Day 55]
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding laterite soils
- These soils develop in areas with high temperature and high rainfall
- Humus content is low because most of the microorganisms, particularly the decomposers get destroyed due to the high Temperatures.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
Laterite Soil
Develops in areas with high temperature and high rainfall. This is the result of intense leaching [Lime and silica will be leached away from the soil] due to heavy rain.
Hence statement 1 is correct
Humus content is low because most of the microorganisms, particularly the decomposers, like bacteria get destroyed due to the high Temperatures. If sufficient amounts of manures and fertilizers are provided, then they are suitable for cultivation. These soils are mainly found in Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and the hilly areas of Orissa and Assam.
Hence statement 2 is correct
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Solution (c)
Laterite Soil
Develops in areas with high temperature and high rainfall. This is the result of intense leaching [Lime and silica will be leached away from the soil] due to heavy rain.
Hence statement 1 is correct
Humus content is low because most of the microorganisms, particularly the decomposers, like bacteria get destroyed due to the high Temperatures. If sufficient amounts of manures and fertilizers are provided, then they are suitable for cultivation. These soils are mainly found in Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and the hilly areas of Orissa and Assam.
Hence statement 2 is correct
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Peaty Soils
- They generally found in areas of heavy rainfall and high humidity
- Growth of vegetation is very prevalent in the Peaty Soils
- These soils are alkaline in nature
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Peaty / marshy soil
They are generally found in areas of heavy rainfall and high humidity.
Hence statement 1 is correct
Growth of vegetation is very less in these soils.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect
A large quantity of dead organic matter/humus which makes the soil alkaline. They are heavy soils with black color.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Solution (b)
Peaty / marshy soil
They are generally found in areas of heavy rainfall and high humidity.
Hence statement 1 is correct
Growth of vegetation is very less in these soils.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect
A large quantity of dead organic matter/humus which makes the soil alkaline. They are heavy soils with black color.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Montreux Record
- It is maintained as part of the Ramsar List.
- Currently, two wetlands of India are in Montreux record – Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan) and Loktak Lake (Manipur)
- Chilika lake (Odisha) was placed in the record but was later removed from the record
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Montreux Record
Montreux Record under the Ramsar Convention is a register of wetland sites on the List of Wetlands of International Importance where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur as a result of technological developments, pollution or other human interference.
It is maintained as part of the Ramsar List.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Currently, two wetlands of India are in Montreux record: Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan) and Loktak Lake (Manipur).
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Chilika lake (Odisha) was placed in the record but was later removed from it.
Hence statement 3 is correct.
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Solution (c)
Montreux Record
Montreux Record under the Ramsar Convention is a register of wetland sites on the List of Wetlands of International Importance where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur as a result of technological developments, pollution or other human interference.
It is maintained as part of the Ramsar List.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Currently, two wetlands of India are in Montreux record: Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan) and Loktak Lake (Manipur).
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Chilika lake (Odisha) was placed in the record but was later removed from it.
Hence statement 3 is correct.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
What is/are the reason for the tendency for the Sugar mills to shift and concentrate in the Southern and western states in India, especially in Maharashtra, in recent years?
- Peninsular India has tropical climate which suits Sugarcane crop, hence there is higher yield in South.
- Sucrose Content is also high in Southern sugarcane
- Crushing Season is also much longer i.e. 7 or 8 months as compared to 3 or 4 months in North
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Peninsular India has tropical climate which suits Sugarcane crop, hence there is higher yield in South.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Sucrose Content is also high in Southern sugarcane
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Crushing Season is also much longer – 7/8 months as compared to 3/4 months in North. Cooperatives are also better managed in South than North. Most of the mills in South are new so they have modern machinery.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Solution (c)
Peninsular India has tropical climate which suits Sugarcane crop, hence there is higher yield in South.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Sucrose Content is also high in Southern sugarcane
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Crushing Season is also much longer – 7/8 months as compared to 3/4 months in North. Cooperatives are also better managed in South than North. Most of the mills in South are new so they have modern machinery.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding coal
- Anthracite Coal has approximately 90% carbon content and very little smoke and ash content.
- Lignite is also known as brown coal.
- Bituminous is most common in India and is also used in making coke.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
Anthracite is the best quality of coal which carries 80 to 95 per cent carbon content. It ignites slowly with a blue flame. It has the highest calorific value. It is found in small quantity in Jammu and Kashmir.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Lignite is often brown in colour. It carries 40 to 55 per cent carbon content. It is an intermediate stage which happens during the alteration of woody matter into coal. It has high moisture content so it gives smoke when burnt. It is found in Rajasthan, Lakhimpur (Assam), and Tamil Nadu.
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Bituminous carries 60 to 80 per cent of carbon content and a low level of moisture content. It is used in making coke and has high calorific value. It is found in Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
Hence statement 3 is correct.
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Solution (c)
Anthracite is the best quality of coal which carries 80 to 95 per cent carbon content. It ignites slowly with a blue flame. It has the highest calorific value. It is found in small quantity in Jammu and Kashmir.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Lignite is often brown in colour. It carries 40 to 55 per cent carbon content. It is an intermediate stage which happens during the alteration of woody matter into coal. It has high moisture content so it gives smoke when burnt. It is found in Rajasthan, Lakhimpur (Assam), and Tamil Nadu.
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Bituminous carries 60 to 80 per cent of carbon content and a low level of moisture content. It is used in making coke and has high calorific value. It is found in Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
Hence statement 3 is correct.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
Consider the characteristics of the natural vegetation:
- These kind of Forests found in areas with Moderate rainfall of 100 to 200 cm per annum
- Mean annual temperature of about 27 degree C
- Average relative humidity of 60 to 70 %
- This type of forest is found in some parts of Odisha and West Bengal
Identify the type of Vegetation from the options given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
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Solution (d)
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
Consider the following statements about British type of climate.
- The natural vegetation of this climatic type is deciduous forests that shed their leaves in the cold season, to protect themselves against winter snow & frost.
- In northern America British type of climate is confined mainly to coastlands of British Columbia.
Which of the above statements is/are NOT CORRECT?
Correct
Solution (d)
The natural vegetation of this climatic type is deciduous forests that shed their leaves in the cold season, to protect themselves against winter snow & frost.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
In northern America British type of climate is confined mainly to coastlands of British Columbia.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Solution (d)
The natural vegetation of this climatic type is deciduous forests that shed their leaves in the cold season, to protect themselves against winter snow & frost.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
In northern America British type of climate is confined mainly to coastlands of British Columbia.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below:
List I List II
(Plant) (Natural vegetation type)
- Walnut 1. Alpine
- Birch 2. Himalayan moist
- Shisham 3. Moist deciduous
- Ebony 4. Tropical evergreen
Code:
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Solution (b)
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Solution (b)
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Natural vegetation in tropical rainforest is luxuriant, because of –
- Seasonal change which facilitates nutrient absorption.
- Hot and wet climate throughout the year.
- Fertile soil.
- Rapid nutrient cycling.
Choose the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
- Soil in tropical rainforests is very poor; they are highly acidic and low in minerals and nutrients.
- The key to the luxuriant vegetation of these forests lies in the rapid nutrient cycling of the rainforest.
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Solution (b)
- Soil in tropical rainforests is very poor; they are highly acidic and low in minerals and nutrients.
- The key to the luxuriant vegetation of these forests lies in the rapid nutrient cycling of the rainforest.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
Consider the following statements:
- In India coal occurs in rock series of two main geological ages, namely Gondwana and in tertiary deposits.
- The major resources of Gondwana coal are located in Damodar valley.
- Carbon content is very low in Tertiary coal.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
In India coal occurs in rock series of two main geological ages, namely Gondwana and in tertiary deposits.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The major resources of Gondwana coal are located in Damodar valley.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
Carbon content is very low in Tertiary coal.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (d)
In India coal occurs in rock series of two main geological ages, namely Gondwana and in tertiary deposits.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The major resources of Gondwana coal are located in Damodar valley.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
Carbon content is very low in Tertiary coal.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
