UPSC Static Quiz – 2 November 2024
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UPSC Static Quiz – 2 November 2024 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are excited to bring you our daily UPSC Static Quiz, designed to help you prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination. Each day, we will post 5 questions on static topics mentioned in the UPSC syllabus. This week, we are focusing on Indian and World Geography.
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Indian Peninsula? The Peninsula, being part of the Indo-Australian Plate, has experienced vertical movements and block faulting. Since the Cambrian era, it has existed as a rigid block, including the entirety of its western coastline. The Peninsula features relict and residual mountain ranges, such as the Aravali Hills and the Nallamala Hills. Which of the statements given above is / are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only Correct Answer: D Explanation: The Peninsula is formed essentially by a great complex of very ancient gneisses and granites, which constitutes a major part of it. Statement 2 is not correct: Since the Cambrian period, the Peninsula has been standing like a rigid block with the exception of some of its western coast which is submerged beneath the sea and some other parts changed due to tectonic activity without affecting the original basement. Statement 1 is correct: As a part of the Indo-Australian Plate, it has been subjected to various vertical movements and block faulting. The rift valleys of the Narmada, the Tapi and the Mahanadi and the Satpura block mountains are some examples of it. Statement 3 is correct: The Peninsula mostly consists of relict and residual mountains like the Aravali hills, the Nallamala hills, the Javadi hills, the Veliconda hills, the Palkonda range and the Mahendragiri hills, etc. Incorrect Answer: D Explanation: The Peninsula is formed essentially by a great complex of very ancient gneisses and granites, which constitutes a major part of it. Statement 2 is not correct: Since the Cambrian period, the Peninsula has been standing like a rigid block with the exception of some of its western coast which is submerged beneath the sea and some other parts changed due to tectonic activity without affecting the original basement. Statement 1 is correct: As a part of the Indo-Australian Plate, it has been subjected to various vertical movements and block faulting. The rift valleys of the Narmada, the Tapi and the Mahanadi and the Satpura block mountains are some examples of it. Statement 3 is correct: The Peninsula mostly consists of relict and residual mountains like the Aravali hills, the Nallamala hills, the Javadi hills, the Veliconda hills, the Palkonda range and the Mahendragiri hills, etc.
#### 1. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Indian Peninsula?
• The Peninsula, being part of the Indo-Australian Plate, has experienced vertical movements and block faulting.
• Since the Cambrian era, it has existed as a rigid block, including the entirety of its western coastline.
• The Peninsula features relict and residual mountain ranges, such as the Aravali Hills and the Nallamala Hills.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
• (a) 1 only
• (b) 2 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1 and 3 only
Answer: D
Explanation:
The Peninsula is formed essentially by a great complex of very ancient gneisses and granites, which constitutes a major part of it.
Statement 2 is not correct: Since the Cambrian period, the Peninsula has been standing like a rigid block with the exception of some of its western coast which is submerged beneath the sea and some other parts changed due to tectonic activity without affecting the original basement.
Statement 1 is correct: As a part of the Indo-Australian Plate, it has been subjected to various vertical movements and block faulting. The rift valleys of the Narmada, the Tapi and the Mahanadi and the Satpura block mountains are some examples of it.
Statement 3 is correct: The Peninsula mostly consists of relict and residual mountains like the Aravali hills, the Nallamala hills, the Javadi hills, the Veliconda hills, the Palkonda range and the Mahendragiri hills, etc.
Answer: D
Explanation:
The Peninsula is formed essentially by a great complex of very ancient gneisses and granites, which constitutes a major part of it.
Statement 2 is not correct: Since the Cambrian period, the Peninsula has been standing like a rigid block with the exception of some of its western coast which is submerged beneath the sea and some other parts changed due to tectonic activity without affecting the original basement.
Statement 1 is correct: As a part of the Indo-Australian Plate, it has been subjected to various vertical movements and block faulting. The rift valleys of the Narmada, the Tapi and the Mahanadi and the Satpura block mountains are some examples of it.
Statement 3 is correct: The Peninsula mostly consists of relict and residual mountains like the Aravali hills, the Nallamala hills, the Javadi hills, the Veliconda hills, the Palkonda range and the Mahendragiri hills, etc.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Evaluate the following statements: The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Maikal Range in the east and the Mahadeo Hills in the north. The Western Ghats are generally higher and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats. The Western Ghats are called Sahyadri in Maharashtra and Cardamom Hills in Karnataka. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Answer: A Explanation: Statement 1 is not correct: The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Western Ghats in the west, Eastern Ghats in the east and the Satpura, Maikal range and Mahadeo hills in the north. Statement 2 is correct: Western Ghats are comparatively higher in elevation and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats. Statement 3 is not correct: Western Ghats are locally known by different names such as Sahyadri in Maharashtra, Nilgiri hills in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and Anaimalai hills and Cardamom hills in Kerala. Their average elevation is about 1,500 m with the height increasing from north to south. ‘Anaimudi’ (2,695 m), the highest peak of Peninsular plateau is located on the Anaimalai hills of the Western Ghats followed by Dodabetta (2,637 m) on the Nilgiri hills. Incorrect Answer: A Explanation: Statement 1 is not correct: The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Western Ghats in the west, Eastern Ghats in the east and the Satpura, Maikal range and Mahadeo hills in the north. Statement 2 is correct: Western Ghats are comparatively higher in elevation and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats. Statement 3 is not correct: Western Ghats are locally known by different names such as Sahyadri in Maharashtra, Nilgiri hills in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and Anaimalai hills and Cardamom hills in Kerala. Their average elevation is about 1,500 m with the height increasing from north to south. ‘Anaimudi’ (2,695 m), the highest peak of Peninsular plateau is located on the Anaimalai hills of the Western Ghats followed by Dodabetta (2,637 m) on the Nilgiri hills.
#### 2. Question
Evaluate the following statements:
• The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Maikal Range in the east and the Mahadeo Hills in the north.
• The Western Ghats are generally higher and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats.
• The Western Ghats are called Sahyadri in Maharashtra and Cardamom Hills in Karnataka.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 is not correct: The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Western Ghats in the west, Eastern Ghats in the east and the Satpura, Maikal range and Mahadeo hills in the north.
Statement 2 is correct: Western Ghats are comparatively higher in elevation and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats.
Statement 3 is not correct: Western Ghats are locally known by different names such as Sahyadri in Maharashtra, Nilgiri hills in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and Anaimalai hills and Cardamom hills in Kerala.
Their average elevation is about 1,500 m with the height increasing from north to south. ‘Anaimudi’ (2,695 m), the highest peak of Peninsular plateau is located on the Anaimalai hills of the Western Ghats followed by Dodabetta (2,637 m) on the Nilgiri hills.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 is not correct: The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Western Ghats in the west, Eastern Ghats in the east and the Satpura, Maikal range and Mahadeo hills in the north.
Statement 2 is correct: Western Ghats are comparatively higher in elevation and more continuous than the Eastern Ghats.
Statement 3 is not correct: Western Ghats are locally known by different names such as Sahyadri in Maharashtra, Nilgiri hills in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and Anaimalai hills and Cardamom hills in Kerala.
Their average elevation is about 1,500 m with the height increasing from north to south. ‘Anaimudi’ (2,695 m), the highest peak of Peninsular plateau is located on the Anaimalai hills of the Western Ghats followed by Dodabetta (2,637 m) on the Nilgiri hills.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question The Ritchie Archipelago and Labrynth Islands, often mentioned in the news, are situated in: (a) The Bay of Bengal (b) The Arabian Sea (c) The Gulf of Mannar (d) The Gulf of Khambhat Correct Answer: A. Explanation: The Ritchie Archipelago and Labrynth Islands are part of the island group located in the Bay of Bengal. These islands fall under the Andaman and Nicobar Islands region, which consists of approximately 572 islands/islets. The Andaman Islands are in the north, and the Nicobar Islands are in the south, separated by the Ten Degree Channel. Incorrect Answer: A. Explanation: The Ritchie Archipelago and Labrynth Islands are part of the island group located in the Bay of Bengal. These islands fall under the Andaman and Nicobar Islands region, which consists of approximately 572 islands/islets. The Andaman Islands are in the north, and the Nicobar Islands are in the south, separated by the Ten Degree Channel.
#### 3. Question
The Ritchie Archipelago and Labrynth Islands, often mentioned in the news, are situated in:
• (a) The Bay of Bengal
• (b) The Arabian Sea
• (c) The Gulf of Mannar
• (d) The Gulf of Khambhat
Answer: A.
Explanation: The Ritchie Archipelago and Labrynth Islands are part of the island group located in the Bay of Bengal. These islands fall under the Andaman and Nicobar Islands region, which consists of approximately 572 islands/islets. The Andaman Islands are in the north, and the Nicobar Islands are in the south, separated by the Ten Degree Channel.
Answer: A.
Explanation: The Ritchie Archipelago and Labrynth Islands are part of the island group located in the Bay of Bengal. These islands fall under the Andaman and Nicobar Islands region, which consists of approximately 572 islands/islets. The Andaman Islands are in the north, and the Nicobar Islands are in the south, separated by the Ten Degree Channel.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements: The Luni River is the largest river system in Rajasthan west of the Aravali Range. The Tapi River originates from Multai in Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. Unlike the Luni River, the Tapi River is entirely ephemeral. How many of the statements given above are *not correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Answer: A Explanation: Statement 1 is accurate. The Luni is Rajasthan’s largest river system west of the Aravali Range, originating near Pushkar and formed by the Saraswati and Sabarmati branches. Statement 2 is accurate. The Tapi River originates from Multai in the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh and flows westward. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tapi River is a perennial river, unlike the Luni, which is primarily ephemeral and dries up during non-monsoon periods. Incorrect Answer: A Explanation: Statement 1 is accurate. The Luni is Rajasthan’s largest river system west of the Aravali Range, originating near Pushkar and formed by the Saraswati and Sabarmati branches. Statement 2 is accurate. The Tapi River originates from Multai in the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh and flows westward. Statement 3 is incorrect.* The Tapi River is a perennial river, unlike the Luni, which is primarily ephemeral and dries up during non-monsoon periods.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements:
• The Luni River is the largest river system in Rajasthan west of the Aravali Range.
• The Tapi River originates from Multai in Betul district, Madhya Pradesh.
• Unlike the Luni River, the Tapi River is entirely ephemeral.
How many of the statements given above are *not* correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 is accurate. The Luni is Rajasthan’s largest river system west of the Aravali Range, originating near Pushkar and formed by the Saraswati and Sabarmati branches.
Statement 2 is accurate. The Tapi River originates from Multai in the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh and flows westward.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tapi River is a perennial river, unlike the Luni, which is primarily ephemeral and dries up during non-monsoon periods.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 is accurate. The Luni is Rajasthan’s largest river system west of the Aravali Range, originating near Pushkar and formed by the Saraswati and Sabarmati branches.
Statement 2 is accurate. The Tapi River originates from Multai in the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh and flows westward.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tapi River is a perennial river, unlike the Luni, which is primarily ephemeral and dries up during non-monsoon periods.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Match the following pairs: Hill Station State Dalhousie Uttarakhand Wilson Hills Maharashtra Jampui Hills Mizoram How many pairs given above are correctly matched? (a) None of the pairs (b) Only one pair (c) Only two pairs (d) All three pairs Correct Solution: A Explanation: A beautiful hill station in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is emerged as one of the highly visited hill stations of India. Hence, pair 1 is incorrectly matched. Wilson Hills is a hill station in the Indian state of Gujarat. Wilson Hills stands in a densely forested region close to the Pangarbari Wildlife Sanctuary. Hence, pair 2 is incorrectly matched. Jampui Hills is a hill range located in the North Tripura district in the north eastern part of the Indian state of Tripura. Hence, pair 3 is incorrectly matched. Incorrect Solution: A Explanation: A beautiful hill station in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is emerged as one of the highly visited hill stations of India. Hence, pair 1 is incorrectly matched. Wilson Hills is a hill station in the Indian state of Gujarat. Wilson Hills stands in a densely forested region close to the Pangarbari Wildlife Sanctuary. Hence, pair 2 is incorrectly matched. Jampui Hills is a hill range located in the North Tripura district in the north eastern part of the Indian state of Tripura. Hence, pair 3 is incorrectly matched.
#### 5. Question
Match the following pairs:
Hill Station State
• Dalhousie Uttarakhand
• Wilson Hills Maharashtra
• Jampui Hills Mizoram
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
• (a) None of the pairs
• (b) Only one pair
• (c) Only two pairs
• (d) All three pairs
Solution: A
Explanation:
A beautiful hill station in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is emerged as one of the highly visited hill stations of India. Hence, pair 1 is incorrectly matched.
Wilson Hills is a hill station in the Indian state of Gujarat. Wilson Hills stands in a densely forested region close to the Pangarbari Wildlife Sanctuary. Hence, pair 2 is incorrectly matched.
Jampui Hills is a hill range located in the North Tripura district in the north eastern part of the Indian state of Tripura. Hence, pair 3 is incorrectly matched.
Solution: A
Explanation:
A beautiful hill station in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is emerged as one of the highly visited hill stations of India. Hence, pair 1 is incorrectly matched.
Wilson Hills is a hill station in the Indian state of Gujarat. Wilson Hills stands in a densely forested region close to the Pangarbari Wildlife Sanctuary. Hence, pair 2 is incorrectly matched.
Jampui Hills is a hill range located in the North Tripura district in the north eastern part of the Indian state of Tripura. Hence, pair 3 is incorrectly matched.
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