Geography - Online Quiz

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Q 1 - In reference to Koeppen’s climatic classification, which one of the following codes refers the ‘Polar Ice Climate?’

Answer : C

Explanation

‘EF’ refers the ‘Polar Ice Cap Climate;’ it is the climate of polar regions.

Q 2 - Which one of the following states is the largest producer of Sugarcane?

Answer : D

Explanation

N/A

Q 3 - Photochemical smog is the result of ……………

A - NO₂, 0₃, and peroxyacetyl nitrate in the presence of sunlight

B - CO, S0₂ and peroxyacetyl nitrate in the presence of sunlight

C - CO, CO₂ and N0₂ at very low temperature

D - High concentration of N0₂, SO₂, and CO₂ in the evening

Answer : A

Explanation

Photochemical smog is the result of a chemical reaction of sunlight, nitrogen oxides, ozone, and volatile organic compounds present in the atmosphere.

Q 4 - Which one of the following pairs is incorrectly matched?

Answer : C

Explanation

The Bharat Aluminum Company Ltd. (or BALCO) is located in Korba, Chhattisgarh.

Q 5 - Which one of the following countries has the longest coastline?

Answer : C

Explanation

Canada has the longest coastline in the world.

Q 6 - Which one of the following states has the highest potential of bio-gas energy?

Answer : D

Explanation

With an estimated potential of about 2,021,000, Uttar Pradesh has the highest potential of bio-gas.

Q 7 - Safaniya Oil Field is located in ………………….

Answer : C

Explanation

Located in Saudi Arabia, Safaniya oil field is the largest offshore oil field in the world.

Q 8 - Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-D1 (GSLV-D1), the first development launched in ………

Answer : B

Explanation

It was partial successful.

Q 9 - Which one of the following greenhouse gases has the maximum lifetime?

A - Carbon dioxide

B - Nitrous oxide

C - Methane

D - Carbon tetrachloride

Answer : A

Explanation

Lifetime of carbon dioxide is about 200.

Q 10 - Darjeeling, India has …………………… type of climate.

A - Mediterranean

B - Subtropical hot summer

C - Highland

D - Steppe

Answer : C

Explanation

Darjeeling is located in the Himalayan region of north-east India.

Q 11 - Consider the following statements:

1. A strong wind that blows at the speed of more than 65 km/h is known as ‘Gale.’

2. A huge mass of ice, which slides/moves slowly down to the mountain valley is known as ‘Fumarole.’

Select the correct answer from the given codes:

Answer : A

Explanation

A huge mass of ice, which slides/moves slowly down to the mountain valley is known as ‘Glacier.’

Q 12 - Which one of the following is the smallest religious group in India?

Answer : C

Explanation

Percentage of Zain followers in India is merely about 0.4%, which is the least among all the religious group.

Q 13 - The first probable date of arrival of monsoon in India is …

Answer : C

Explanation

The normal date of arrival monsoon in India is 1st of June. It is Malabar Coast (Kerala) that first evidences Indian Monsoon around 1st of June.

Q 14 - What is the currency of Russia?

Answer : B

Explanation

N/A

Q 15 - Consider the following statements:

1. The Gangasagar Island is located on the continental shelf of Bay of Bengal.

2. Rich in mangrove swamps, the island is the home of the endangered Royal Bengal Tiger.

Select the correct answer from the given codes:

Answer : C

Explanation

The Gangasagar island is also known as the popular Hindu Pilgrim Center.

Q 16 - Iberian Plateau is located in ……………………

Answer : A

Explanation

N/A

Q 17 - In respect of Gondwana Coal production site, which one of the following is incorrectly matched:

A - Jharia Jharkhand

B - Talchar Odisha

C - Singrauli Madhya Pradesh

D - Raniganj Chhattisgarh

Answer : D

Explanation

Located in West Bengal, Raniganj is one of the most important coal fields of India.

Q 18 - The thickness of Earth’s Core is about ………………………

Answer : B

Explanation

The thickness of outer core is about 2260 km and inner core’s is about 1210 km.

Q 19 - Consider the following statements:

1. Rossby waves are natural phenomenon in the atmosphere because of rotation of the earth.

2. The meandering of Jet Streams is known as Rossby Waves.

Select the correct answer from the given codes:

Answer : C

Explanation

The meandering of Jet Stream depends upon the temperature contrast.

Q 20 - Which one of the following states is the largest producer of Tobacco?

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

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