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1. Question
Given below is a map of some countries which were parts of the erstwhile Soviet Union, with water bodies shown by shaded areas: [1995]
The countries marked 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are respectively:CorrectThe marked countries in figure are:
‘1’ – Kazakhstan
‘2’ – Turkmenia
‘3’ – Uzbekistan
‘4’ – Kirgizia
‘5’ – TajikistanIncorrectThe marked countries in figure are:
‘1’ – Kazakhstan
‘2’ – Turkmenia
‘3’ – Uzbekistan
‘4’ – Kirgizia
‘5’ – TajikistanUnattemptedThe marked countries in figure are:
‘1’ – Kazakhstan
‘2’ – Turkmenia
‘3’ – Uzbekistan
‘4’ – Kirgizia
‘5’ – Tajikistan - Question 2 of 20
2. Question
The standard time of the following countries is ahead of or behind Greenwich Mean Time depending on whether they are East or West of the longitude passing through Greenwich. [1995]
1. Cuba
2. Greece
3. Iraq
4. Costa Rica
5. Japan
Which one of the following sequential orders gives the correct arrangement of the countries according to their standard time from ahead to behind GMT?CorrectGreenwich Mean Time is the standard time for time assessment in different countries.
The countries which lies east of the Greenwich line is ahead of Greenwich Mean Time while the countries which lies west of Greenwich has their standard time behind the Greenwich Mean Time. So, the correct sequence of the countries are Japan, Iraq, Greece, Cuba and Costa Rica.IncorrectGreenwich Mean Time is the standard time for time assessment in different countries.
The countries which lies east of the Greenwich line is ahead of Greenwich Mean Time while the countries which lies west of Greenwich has their standard time behind the Greenwich Mean Time. So, the correct sequence of the countries are Japan, Iraq, Greece, Cuba and Costa Rica.UnattemptedGreenwich Mean Time is the standard time for time assessment in different countries.
The countries which lies east of the Greenwich line is ahead of Greenwich Mean Time while the countries which lies west of Greenwich has their standard time behind the Greenwich Mean Time. So, the correct sequence of the countries are Japan, Iraq, Greece, Cuba and Costa Rica. - Question 3 of 20
3. Question
The original home of the gypsies was: [1995]
CorrectThe ‘Gypsies’ are a group of people found in Central Asia. But, the original home of Gypsies was in India (Western Rajasthan and Punjab) area. ‘Gypsies’ are an ethnic group, which for unknown reasons took to a wandering life style during the late middle ages.
IncorrectThe ‘Gypsies’ are a group of people found in Central Asia. But, the original home of Gypsies was in India (Western Rajasthan and Punjab) area. ‘Gypsies’ are an ethnic group, which for unknown reasons took to a wandering life style during the late middle ages.
UnattemptedThe ‘Gypsies’ are a group of people found in Central Asia. But, the original home of Gypsies was in India (Western Rajasthan and Punjab) area. ‘Gypsies’ are an ethnic group, which for unknown reasons took to a wandering life style during the late middle ages.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Consider the map given below indicating four places frequently figuring in the news: [1995]
Which one of them is Chechenya? Choose the correct answer:CorrectChechnya is situated in the Asian continent, Chechnya was in news due to its separatist movement from Russia.
IncorrectChechnya is situated in the Asian continent, Chechnya was in news due to its separatist movement from Russia.
UnattemptedChechnya is situated in the Asian continent, Chechnya was in news due to its separatist movement from Russia.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Arakan Yoma is the extension of the Himalayas located in: [1995]
CorrectArakan Yoma is located in western Myanmar. It is a part of eastern Himalayas. It includes the Naga hills, the Chin hills and the Patkai range which includes the Lushai hills.
IncorrectArakan Yoma is located in western Myanmar. It is a part of eastern Himalayas. It includes the Naga hills, the Chin hills and the Patkai range which includes the Lushai hills.
UnattemptedArakan Yoma is located in western Myanmar. It is a part of eastern Himalayas. It includes the Naga hills, the Chin hills and the Patkai range which includes the Lushai hills.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Consider the map given below: [1996]
The dotted (broken) line in the map is the:CorrectThe dotted (broken) line in the map represents Durand line, the boundary between India and Afghanistan. This line was demarcated by a commission headed by Mortiner Durand in 1896.
IncorrectThe dotted (broken) line in the map represents Durand line, the boundary between India and Afghanistan. This line was demarcated by a commission headed by Mortiner Durand in 1896.
UnattemptedThe dotted (broken) line in the map represents Durand line, the boundary between India and Afghanistan. This line was demarcated by a commission headed by Mortiner Durand in 1896.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Which one of the following regions of India is now regarded as an ‘ecological hot spot’? [1996]
CorrectWestern Ghat is known as an ecological hot spot in India notified under the Wild Life Act of 1972.
IncorrectWestern Ghat is known as an ecological hot spot in India notified under the Wild Life Act of 1972.
UnattemptedWestern Ghat is known as an ecological hot spot in India notified under the Wild Life Act of 1972.
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
The rough outline map shows a portion of the Middle East. [1996]
The countries labelled A, B, C and D are respectively:
CorrectIn the given map the labelled countries are
‘A’ is Iraq
‘B’ is Syria
‘C’ is Saudi Arabia
‘D’ is JordanIncorrectIn the given map the labelled countries are
‘A’ is Iraq
‘B’ is Syria
‘C’ is Saudi Arabia
‘D’ is JordanUnattemptedIn the given map the labelled countries are
‘A’ is Iraq
‘B’ is Syria
‘C’ is Saudi Arabia
‘D’ is Jordan - Question 9 of 20
9. Question
The Palk Bay lies between: [1996]
CorrectThe Palk Bay (strait) separates India and Srilanka. It lies between the Gulf of Mannar and the Bay of Bengal.
IncorrectThe Palk Bay (strait) separates India and Srilanka. It lies between the Gulf of Mannar and the Bay of Bengal.
UnattemptedThe Palk Bay (strait) separates India and Srilanka. It lies between the Gulf of Mannar and the Bay of Bengal.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
A rough outline map of northern Sri Lanka is shown below. Jaffna is located at the point marked: [1996]
CorrectJaffna is situated at the ‘D’ point in the given figure. Jaffna is the location in Srilanka, where the L.T.T.E group was very active and had a stronghold.
IncorrectJaffna is situated at the ‘D’ point in the given figure. Jaffna is the location in Srilanka, where the L.T.T.E group was very active and had a stronghold.
UnattemptedJaffna is situated at the ‘D’ point in the given figure. Jaffna is the location in Srilanka, where the L.T.T.E group was very active and had a stronghold.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
About 50% of the world population is concentrated between the latitudes of: [1997]
CorrectAbout 50% of the world population is concentrated between latitude of 20°N and 40°N, because most populous countries and areas like Asia, U.S.A, Europe and India lies with in this latitude.
IncorrectAbout 50% of the world population is concentrated between latitude of 20°N and 40°N, because most populous countries and areas like Asia, U.S.A, Europe and India lies with in this latitude.
UnattemptedAbout 50% of the world population is concentrated between latitude of 20°N and 40°N, because most populous countries and areas like Asia, U.S.A, Europe and India lies with in this latitude.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
“…..They are people of yellow complexion, oblique eyes, high check bones, sparse hair and medium height.” The reference here is to: [1997]
CorrectMongloids are inhabitants of northern, eastern and south-east Asia.
Their eyes has a characteristic fold of skin on the upper lid, hair is lank and straight and the height is medium. The group also includes the Chinese, Japanese, Burmese, Thais, Vietnamese and Malays.IncorrectMongloids are inhabitants of northern, eastern and south-east Asia.
Their eyes has a characteristic fold of skin on the upper lid, hair is lank and straight and the height is medium. The group also includes the Chinese, Japanese, Burmese, Thais, Vietnamese and Malays.UnattemptedMongloids are inhabitants of northern, eastern and south-east Asia.
Their eyes has a characteristic fold of skin on the upper lid, hair is lank and straight and the height is medium. The group also includes the Chinese, Japanese, Burmese, Thais, Vietnamese and Malays. - Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Consider the map given below: [1997]
The river shown on the map is:
CorrectThe Salween river is located in the eastern part of Myanmar. This river is situated at Shan plateu of Myanmar. Its basin covers 320,000 sq km. This river forms the border between Burma and Thailand.
IncorrectThe Salween river is located in the eastern part of Myanmar. This river is situated at Shan plateu of Myanmar. Its basin covers 320,000 sq km. This river forms the border between Burma and Thailand.
UnattemptedThe Salween river is located in the eastern part of Myanmar. This river is situated at Shan plateu of Myanmar. Its basin covers 320,000 sq km. This river forms the border between Burma and Thailand.
- Question 14 of 20
14. Question
“From Aceh in the far north west to Torres Strait in the east is 5000 miles, almost as far as from London to Baghdad. The archipelago has 14,000 islands, some mere equatorial rocks, others some of the largest in the world.” This description best fits: [1997]
CorrectIndonesia consists of 13,677 islands (nearly 14,000) and this country is 5000 miles from Torres strait. 4th largest country in Asia.
IncorrectIndonesia consists of 13,677 islands (nearly 14,000) and this country is 5000 miles from Torres strait. 4th largest country in Asia.
UnattemptedIndonesia consists of 13,677 islands (nearly 14,000) and this country is 5000 miles from Torres strait. 4th largest country in Asia.
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Consider the geographical details given in the following figure: [1997]
The point marked by A in the above figure indicates the countries in:CorrectThe geographical details given in the figure indicates England, which is situated in Europe.
IncorrectThe geographical details given in the figure indicates England, which is situated in Europe.
UnattemptedThe geographical details given in the figure indicates England, which is situated in Europe.
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Which one of the following countries is the largest producer of fuel wood in the world? [1997]
CorrectAccording to FAO
India – 305485093 cubic metre
China – 191042128 cubic metre
Indonesia – 73719856 cubic metre
Russia – 47,000000 cubic metreIncorrectAccording to FAO
India – 305485093 cubic metre
China – 191042128 cubic metre
Indonesia – 73719856 cubic metre
Russia – 47,000000 cubic metreUnattemptedAccording to FAO
India – 305485093 cubic metre
China – 191042128 cubic metre
Indonesia – 73719856 cubic metre
Russia – 47,000000 cubic metre - Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Which one of the following countries has replaced Italy as the major importer of bauxite from India? [1998]
CorrectCanada is the largest importer of bauxite from India.
IncorrectCanada is the largest importer of bauxite from India.
UnattemptedCanada is the largest importer of bauxite from India.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Indonesian forest fire in 1997 was caused by: [1998]
CorrectIt’s a blame game, with everyone pointing the finger at someone else. Environmental group WWF Indonesia, which has been highlighting the problem of Indonesia’s recurrent fires for years, says that the fires are caused by the “collective negligence” of companies, smallholders and government (which isn’t investing sufficiently in preventative measures).
Many blame big business. According to a recent analysis of World Resources Institute data in September, more than one third (37%) of the fires in Sumatra are occurring on pulpwood concessions. A good proportion of the rest are on or near land used by palm oil producers. “Many of these fires are a direct result of the industrial manipulation of the landscape for plantation development,” says Lindsey Allen, executive director of the conservation organization Rainforest Action Network.IncorrectIt’s a blame game, with everyone pointing the finger at someone else. Environmental group WWF Indonesia, which has been highlighting the problem of Indonesia’s recurrent fires for years, says that the fires are caused by the “collective negligence” of companies, smallholders and government (which isn’t investing sufficiently in preventative measures).
Many blame big business. According to a recent analysis of World Resources Institute data in September, more than one third (37%) of the fires in Sumatra are occurring on pulpwood concessions. A good proportion of the rest are on or near land used by palm oil producers. “Many of these fires are a direct result of the industrial manipulation of the landscape for plantation development,” says Lindsey Allen, executive director of the conservation organization Rainforest Action Network.UnattemptedIt’s a blame game, with everyone pointing the finger at someone else. Environmental group WWF Indonesia, which has been highlighting the problem of Indonesia’s recurrent fires for years, says that the fires are caused by the “collective negligence” of companies, smallholders and government (which isn’t investing sufficiently in preventative measures).
Many blame big business. According to a recent analysis of World Resources Institute data in September, more than one third (37%) of the fires in Sumatra are occurring on pulpwood concessions. A good proportion of the rest are on or near land used by palm oil producers. “Many of these fires are a direct result of the industrial manipulation of the landscape for plantation development,” says Lindsey Allen, executive director of the conservation organization Rainforest Action Network. - Question 19 of 20
19. Question
When there is noon at I.S.T. meridian people at another place of the earth are taking their 6 O’ clock morning tea. The longitude of the place is: [1998]
Correct15 degree for 1 hour. So 90° for 6 hours.
Incorrect15 degree for 1 hour. So 90° for 6 hours.
Unattempted15 degree for 1 hour. So 90° for 6 hours.
- Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Which one of the following port cities in Venezuela has been developed as an oil port? [1999]
CorrectPuerto Miranda is an oil port situated on the east side of Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela and it is the largest crude oil export port in South America.
IncorrectPuerto Miranda is an oil port situated on the east side of Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela and it is the largest crude oil export port in South America.
UnattemptedPuerto Miranda is an oil port situated on the east side of Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela and it is the largest crude oil export port in South America.
The countries marked 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are respectively:
Which one of them is Chechenya? Choose the correct answer:
The dotted (broken) line in the map is the:
The point marked by A in the above figure indicates the countries in: