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- Question 1 of 20
1. Question
A meteor is: [1995]
CorrectMeteor is a small celestial body which has entered the earth’s atmosphere by the gravitational force of earth, when they pass close to it. Meteors typically occurs in the mesosphere, and most range in altitude from 75 km to 100 km.
IncorrectMeteor is a small celestial body which has entered the earth’s atmosphere by the gravitational force of earth, when they pass close to it. Meteors typically occurs in the mesosphere, and most range in altitude from 75 km to 100 km.
UnattemptedMeteor is a small celestial body which has entered the earth’s atmosphere by the gravitational force of earth, when they pass close to it. Meteors typically occurs in the mesosphere, and most range in altitude from 75 km to 100 km.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Which one of the following does not belong to biosphere reserves set-up so far? [1995]
CorrectAs per the question answer is (d). Gulf of Kachchh has been declared a bio-sphere reserve in 2008. There are 18 notified Bio-sphere reserves in India. Out of them, 10 Biosphere Reserves are in the UNESCO’s MAB world Network.
IncorrectAs per the question answer is (d). Gulf of Kachchh has been declared a bio-sphere reserve in 2008. There are 18 notified Bio-sphere reserves in India. Out of them, 10 Biosphere Reserves are in the UNESCO’s MAB world Network.
UnattemptedAs per the question answer is (d). Gulf of Kachchh has been declared a bio-sphere reserve in 2008. There are 18 notified Bio-sphere reserves in India. Out of them, 10 Biosphere Reserves are in the UNESCO’s MAB world Network.
- Question 3 of 20
3. Question
The graph given below shows the mean average monthly temperatures (in ºC) and mean monthly rainfall (in cms) of a place: [1995]
This graph is indicative of which one of the climatic zones of the world?CorrectIn the graph the temperature ranges from 15° to 25°. So, the graph indicates wet and dry tropical region, and in this region rain fall does not exceed 25 cm.
IncorrectIn the graph the temperature ranges from 15° to 25°. So, the graph indicates wet and dry tropical region, and in this region rain fall does not exceed 25 cm.
UnattemptedIn the graph the temperature ranges from 15° to 25°. So, the graph indicates wet and dry tropical region, and in this region rain fall does not exceed 25 cm.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Willy Willy is: [1995]
CorrectIt is a tropical cyclone of north-west Australia. Willy Willy originates in the Timor sea and causes rainfall in different parts of Australia.
IncorrectIt is a tropical cyclone of north-west Australia. Willy Willy originates in the Timor sea and causes rainfall in different parts of Australia.
UnattemptedIt is a tropical cyclone of north-west Australia. Willy Willy originates in the Timor sea and causes rainfall in different parts of Australia.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Which one of the following is the continent with the highest mean elevation in the world? [1995]
CorrectAntarctica is the highest continent on the planet with an average elevation of 7,545 feet above sea level. The elevation of Antarctica at the south pole is 9,300 feet.
IncorrectAntarctica is the highest continent on the planet with an average elevation of 7,545 feet above sea level. The elevation of Antarctica at the south pole is 9,300 feet.
UnattemptedAntarctica is the highest continent on the planet with an average elevation of 7,545 feet above sea level. The elevation of Antarctica at the south pole is 9,300 feet.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Which one of the following layers of the atmosphere is responsible for the deflection of radio waves? [1996]
CorrectIonosphere is the top layer of the atmosphere. Radio waves are deflected in the ionosphere of the atmosphere. Ionosphere is composed of D, E and F layers. D layer (60 km from earth) is good at absorbing AM radio waves.
IncorrectIonosphere is the top layer of the atmosphere. Radio waves are deflected in the ionosphere of the atmosphere. Ionosphere is composed of D, E and F layers. D layer (60 km from earth) is good at absorbing AM radio waves.
UnattemptedIonosphere is the top layer of the atmosphere. Radio waves are deflected in the ionosphere of the atmosphere. Ionosphere is composed of D, E and F layers. D layer (60 km from earth) is good at absorbing AM radio waves.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Given below are two statements one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). [1996]
Assertion (A) : Areas near the equator receive rainfall throughout the year.
Reason (R) : High temperatures and high humidity cause convectional rain in most afternoons near the equator.
In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?CorrectThe assertion is correct and reason correctly explains the assertion because due to high temperature the atmospheric air gets heated and rises up. It cools down and precipitates while the cool air descends down to take the place of the vaccum.
IncorrectThe assertion is correct and reason correctly explains the assertion because due to high temperature the atmospheric air gets heated and rises up. It cools down and precipitates while the cool air descends down to take the place of the vaccum.
UnattemptedThe assertion is correct and reason correctly explains the assertion because due to high temperature the atmospheric air gets heated and rises up. It cools down and precipitates while the cool air descends down to take the place of the vaccum.
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R): [1996]
Assertion (A) : Mangroves are very specialised forest eco-systems of tropical and sub-tropical regions bordering certain sea coasts.
Reason (R) : They stabilise the shoreline and act as bulwark against encroachments by the sea.
In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?CorrectBoth the statement are correct and reason is correctly explained.
Mangroves are found in the bordering region of tropical and sub-tropical sea coast. Mangroves stabilise the shoreline and act as bulwark against sea erosion which make it a specialised forest ecosystem.IncorrectBoth the statement are correct and reason is correctly explained.
Mangroves are found in the bordering region of tropical and sub-tropical sea coast. Mangroves stabilise the shoreline and act as bulwark against sea erosion which make it a specialised forest ecosystem.UnattemptedBoth the statement are correct and reason is correctly explained.
Mangroves are found in the bordering region of tropical and sub-tropical sea coast. Mangroves stabilise the shoreline and act as bulwark against sea erosion which make it a specialised forest ecosystem. - Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Diamond ring is a phenomenon observed: [1996]
CorrectDiamond ring is observed during solar eclipse, only along the peripheral regions of the totality trail.
IncorrectDiamond ring is observed during solar eclipse, only along the peripheral regions of the totality trail.
UnattemptedDiamond ring is observed during solar eclipse, only along the peripheral regions of the totality trail.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Which one of the following factors is responsible for the change in the regular direction of the ocean currents in the Indian Ocean? [1997]
CorrectDue to the monsoon drift of Indian ocean, its regular direction of the ocean currents changes twice an year.
IncorrectDue to the monsoon drift of Indian ocean, its regular direction of the ocean currents changes twice an year.
UnattemptedDue to the monsoon drift of Indian ocean, its regular direction of the ocean currents changes twice an year.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Daily weather map showing isobars is an example of: [1997]
CorrectDaily wheather map showing isobars is an example of isopleth map. Isopleth map shows an imaginary surface by means of lines joining points of equal values.
IncorrectDaily wheather map showing isobars is an example of isopleth map. Isopleth map shows an imaginary surface by means of lines joining points of equal values.
UnattemptedDaily wheather map showing isobars is an example of isopleth map. Isopleth map shows an imaginary surface by means of lines joining points of equal values.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
The group of small pieces of rock revolving round the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter are called: [1997]
CorrectThe asteroids are group of small pieces of rock revolving round the sun between the orbit of Mars and Jupiter. They are approximately 40,000 in number.
IncorrectThe asteroids are group of small pieces of rock revolving round the sun between the orbit of Mars and Jupiter. They are approximately 40,000 in number.
UnattemptedThe asteroids are group of small pieces of rock revolving round the sun between the orbit of Mars and Jupiter. They are approximately 40,000 in number.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
If the earth’s direction of rotation is reversed, what should be the IST when it is noon at the International Date Line? [1997]
CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Which one of the following stars is nearest to the Earth? [1997]
CorrectSun is the star nearest to the earth. It is 150 million kilometer away from earth. Sun has temperatures of over 15 million ºC.
IncorrectSun is the star nearest to the earth. It is 150 million kilometer away from earth. Sun has temperatures of over 15 million ºC.
UnattemptedSun is the star nearest to the earth. It is 150 million kilometer away from earth. Sun has temperatures of over 15 million ºC.
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Which one of the following conditions is most relevant for the presence of life on Mars? [1997]
CorrectMars is the only planet with similar day time temperatures and an atmosphere similar to earth. The most relevant condition for presence of life on Mars is occurrence of ice caps and frozen water.
IncorrectMars is the only planet with similar day time temperatures and an atmosphere similar to earth. The most relevant condition for presence of life on Mars is occurrence of ice caps and frozen water.
UnattemptedMars is the only planet with similar day time temperatures and an atmosphere similar to earth. The most relevant condition for presence of life on Mars is occurrence of ice caps and frozen water.
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Consider the map given below: [1997]
Of the four shaded areas in the map, which is characterised by hot dry summers, mild and moist winters and seasonal reversal of winds.CorrectIn the given world map ‘1’ refers the hot, dry summers, mild and moist winter in California (U.S.A).
IncorrectIn the given world map ‘1’ refers the hot, dry summers, mild and moist winter in California (U.S.A).
UnattemptedIn the given world map ‘1’ refers the hot, dry summers, mild and moist winter in California (U.S.A).
- Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Consider the following statements regarding asteroids: [1998]
1. Asteroids are rocky debris of varying size orbiting the sun
2. Most of the asteroids are small but some have diameter as large and 1000 km
3. The orbit of asteroids lies between the orbits of Jupiter and Saturn
Of these statements:CorrectThe asteroids are group of small pieces of rocky debris of different sizes. Some asteroids are small and some asteroids even have diameter 1000 km. The asteroids revolve between Mars and Jupiter.
IncorrectThe asteroids are group of small pieces of rocky debris of different sizes. Some asteroids are small and some asteroids even have diameter 1000 km. The asteroids revolve between Mars and Jupiter.
UnattemptedThe asteroids are group of small pieces of rocky debris of different sizes. Some asteroids are small and some asteroids even have diameter 1000 km. The asteroids revolve between Mars and Jupiter.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Match the rivers labelled A, B, C and D on the given map with their names given in the list and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: [1998]
Codes:CorrectIn the given diagram of North America and South America.
‘a’ marked river is Yukon
‘b’ marked river is Mackenzie
‘c’ marked river is St. Lawrence
‘d’ marked river is Orinoco.IncorrectIn the given diagram of North America and South America.
‘a’ marked river is Yukon
‘b’ marked river is Mackenzie
‘c’ marked river is St. Lawrence
‘d’ marked river is Orinoco.UnattemptedIn the given diagram of North America and South America.
‘a’ marked river is Yukon
‘b’ marked river is Mackenzie
‘c’ marked river is St. Lawrence
‘d’ marked river is Orinoco. - Question 19 of 20
19. Question
The correct sequence of different layers of the atmosphere from the surface of the Earth upwards is: [1998]
CorrectThe correct sequence of different layers of atmosphere from the surface of earth is Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere and Ionosphere.
Troposphere extends upto 8 km from earth surface, but at equator it is 16–18 km.
Stratosphere extends above Troposphere 18–50 km.
Mesosphere extends up to 80 km and above Mesosphere Ionosphere is present, which extends up to 400 km.IncorrectThe correct sequence of different layers of atmosphere from the surface of earth is Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere and Ionosphere.
Troposphere extends upto 8 km from earth surface, but at equator it is 16–18 km.
Stratosphere extends above Troposphere 18–50 km.
Mesosphere extends up to 80 km and above Mesosphere Ionosphere is present, which extends up to 400 km.UnattemptedThe correct sequence of different layers of atmosphere from the surface of earth is Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere and Ionosphere.
Troposphere extends upto 8 km from earth surface, but at equator it is 16–18 km.
Stratosphere extends above Troposphere 18–50 km.
Mesosphere extends up to 80 km and above Mesosphere Ionosphere is present, which extends up to 400 km. - Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Estuaries possess distinct blooms of excessive growth of a pigmented dinoflagellates. These blooms are called [1998]
CorrectRed tides are a special type of blooms, which are found at the estuaries. These blooms are pigmented dinoflagellates. These single celled organisms are able to swim short distances. When the algae is present in high concentration, the water appears purple or pink in colour.
IncorrectRed tides are a special type of blooms, which are found at the estuaries. These blooms are pigmented dinoflagellates. These single celled organisms are able to swim short distances. When the algae is present in high concentration, the water appears purple or pink in colour.
UnattemptedRed tides are a special type of blooms, which are found at the estuaries. These blooms are pigmented dinoflagellates. These single celled organisms are able to swim short distances. When the algae is present in high concentration, the water appears purple or pink in colour.
