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Geography UPSC PYQ 2011

20 questions from the UPSC 2011 examination. Showing a preview of 3 below — generate a full practice test to solve the rest.

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1Mediumprelims2 marks
Atmosphere & Climatology
What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt?
1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells.
2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
A1 only
B2 only
CBoth 1 and 2
DNeither 1 nor 2
2Easyprelims2 marks
Indian Agriculture & Land Use
The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year. Which one among the following pairs of crops is most suitable for this region?
APaddy and cotton
BWheat and jute
CPaddy and jute
DWheat and cotton
3Mediumprelims2 marks
Physical Geography & Geomorphology
Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigated land?
AIt greatly increases the crop production
BIt makes some soils impermeable
CIt raises the water table
DIt fills the air spaces in the soil with water

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