We are here once again with the online answer writing initiative for Geography Optional. The initiative will run for 50 days stretched in 10 weeks. On a daily basis, 5 questions shall be posted. Please note that no synopsis or review shall be provided. However, we encourage peer review.
1. On the outline map of India provided to you, mark the location of all of the following. Write in your QCA Booklet the significance of the locations, whether physical/commercial/economic/ecological/environmental/cultural in not more than 30 words for each entry: (2 x 5 =10 marks)
Pangong Tso
Lake Pilchola
Kangto
Ken river
Chanshal pass
2. Briefly explain the following terms in not more than 50 words each: (5 x 5 =25 marks)
Factors of environmental degradation in the Aravalli region
Principles of environmental management
Biodiversity loss due to habitat fragmentation
Principles of sustainable development
Strategies for environmental conservation
3. Discuss the concept of competition and complementarity in transportation with the help of suitable examples. (20 marks)
4. How do railways and highways lead to regional development? Substantiate. (15 marks)
5. Discuss the stages of port evolution in India. (15 marks)