Competitive Geography MCQ-7

Indian Geography, Physical Geography and Global Geography are important subjects in various All India Competitive Examinations. Different types of questions come from these parts of Geography. It becomes difficult to find detailed explanations of Geography questions that come in various exams at different times in Bengali. Our smallest attempt to overcome this difficulty is Competitive Geography MCQ posts. Each episode will include 10 such questions and their explanations, which will help you immensely in your preparation. This is the Fifth part.

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Competitive Geography MCQ : 7

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11. Which layer of the Earth’s atmosphere is mainly responsible for absorbing ultraviolet radiation from the Sun?
[A] Thermosphere [B] Stratosphere
[C] Mesosphere [D] Troposphere
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Ans. [B] Stratosphere
Knowledge Capsule: The stratosphere is the second major layer of the Earth’s atmosphere, located between the troposphere and the mesosphere. The ozone layer, a sub-layer in this layer, absorbs ultraviolet (UV) rays. Ozone molecules (O3) absorb about 97% to 99% of the Sun’s medium-frequency ultraviolet rays (especially harmful UV-B and UV-C rays), which protects Earth’s life from skin cancer, cataracts, and genetic damage. Due to this absorption process, the temperature of the stratosphere also increases with height.

12. Which of the following statements are correct?
1. Birth rate refers to the number of children born per 1000 people per year.
2. ‘Pull factors’ refer to the amenities that attract people to a new area.
3. Death rate is always higher than birth rate.
4. ‘Push factors’ may include civil unrest and lack of employment.
[A] All [B] 2 and 3 Competitive Geography MCQ-7
[C] 1. 2 and 4 [D] 1 and 3
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Ans [C] 1, 2 and 4
Knowledge Capsule: Death rate is not always higher than birth rate. When birth rate exceeds death rate, natural population growth occurs. At present, birth rate is higher than death rate in many developing countries.

13. Consider the following statements about the Ghaghra river system.
1. The Ghaghra river originates from the Mapchachungo glacier in the Himalayas.
2. Before entering the plains, it forms a deep gorge at Shishapani.
3. After joining the Sarada river, it joins the Ganges at Allahabad.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
[A] 1 and 3 only [B] 1 and 2 only
[C] 2 and 3 only [D] 1.2 and 3
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Ans. [B] 1 and 2 only
Knowledge Capsule: The Ghaghra River (also known as Karnali in Nepal) originates from the Mupchachungo Glacier of the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar; hence, Statement-1 is correct. Before descending to the plains, the river cuts through the Himalayas and forms a deep and narrow gorge at a place called Shisapani (Chisapani); hence, Statement-2 is also correct. But although the Ghaghra River joins the Sarada (Kali) River, it does not join the Ganges at Allahabad. Instead, it joins the Ganges at a place called Chhapra (Doriganj) in Bihar. Allahabad (Prayagraj) is the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers. Hence, Statement-3 is incorrect.

14. India’s primary objective in developing Chabahar port is to-
[A] Establish a naval base for military operations in the Persian Gulf
[B] Direct access to Afghanistan and Central Asia bypassing Pakistan
[C] Develop a new tourist destination for Indian citizens
[D] Export agricultural products only to Iran
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Ans. [B] Direct access to Afghanistan and Central Asia bypassing Pakistan
Knowledge Capsule: The main driving force behind India’s investment in developing Chabahar port in Iran is the strategic need for a reliable trade route with landlocked Afghanistan and the wealthy countries of Central Asia. Since Pakistan does not allow Indian goods to be transported by land through its territory, Chabahar serves as an important sea-land port alternative for Indian trade.

15. Considering the statements given in Assertion (A) and Reason (R), select the correct option-
Assertion (A)- Seasonal agricultural practices, such as stubble burning, do not have any significant impact on the AQI levels in India.
Reason (R)- Stubble burning is a controlled practice that does not emit large amounts of polluting waste into the atmosphere.
[A] A is true but R is false
[B] Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
[C] A is false but R is true
[D] Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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Ans. [C] A is false but R is true
Knowledge Capsule: Seasonal agricultural practices, especially crop residue burning, have a significant impact on the Air Quality Index (AQI) in India. During the peak burning season (October-November), it can contribute up to 40% of air pollution in regions like Delhi-NCR, which often passes the air quality index into the “severe” category. Again, crop residue burning is not a controlled process; it is usually a method of open field burning. This results in the release of large amounts of pollutants including PM2.5, PM10, carbon monoxide (CO) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). As a result, the reason given in the question is also wrong. But since the ideal alternative answer is not in the question, option [C] should be assumed as the correct answer.

16. Which of the following plateaus is located in the northeastern region of India?
[A] Malab Plateau [B] Deccan Plateau
[C] Chotanagpur Plateau [D] Shillong Plateau
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Ans. [D] Shillong Plateau
Knowledge Capsule: The Shillong Plateau is a major plateau located in the northeastern part of India, especially in the state of Meghalaya. Geologically, it is an extended part of the Indian Peninsular Plateau, but is separated from the main part by the Garo-Rajmahal Pass (Malda Pass).

17. What shape does the population pyramid take in the case of a rapidly growing population?
[A] Inverted triangle shape
[B] Circular shape Competitive Geography MCQ-7
[C] Triangular shape
[D] Rectangular shape
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Ans: [C] Triangular shape
Knowledge Capsule: Triangular shape (expanding pyramid) indicates the characteristic of a rapidly growing population. This pyramid shape has a wide base, indicating a high birth rate and a large number of young people; and its narrow top reflects a relatively young population due to low life expectancy or high mortality among the elderly. This type of pyramid is commonly seen in developing countries like Nigeria and India, where the population is growing rapidly.

18. Which river does not originate in the peninsular plateau of India?
[A] Godavari [B] Ganga
[C] Krishna [D] Kaveri
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Ans. [B] Ganga
Knowledge Capsule : The Ganga river originates from the Gangotri glacier in the Himalayas, so it is a Himalayan river, not a peninsular river, because peninsular rivers usually originate within the peninsula. On the other hand, the Godavari, Krishna and Kaveri rivers originate from the Western Ghats of the peninsular plateau. Godavari: originates from the Trimbakeshwar hills of the Western Ghats; Krishna: originates from the Mahabaleshwar hills of the Western Ghats and Kaveri: originates from the Brahmagiri hills of the Western Ghats.

19. Which of the following rivers forms a delta along the eastern coastal plain?
[A] Narmada [B] Tapi
[C] Mahi [D] Godavari
Ans. [D] Godavari
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Knowledge Capsule: Narmada, Tapi and Mahi are mainly Paschim Bahini rivers. Godavari river flows eastwards over the Indian peninsula and empties into the Bay of Bengal. After reaching the shallow coastal areas of the East Coastal Plain, its speed slows down and it deposits a large amount of sediment, forming a large and fertile delta in Andhra Pradesh. Other major rivers forming deltas on the East Coast include the Mahanadi, Krishna and Kaveri.

20. Statement 1. The process of vertical heating of the atmosphere is known as ‘Advection’.

Statement 2: The transfer of heat through horizontal movement of air is called ‘Convection’. Competitive Geography MCQ-7

Statement 3: Due to advection, Loo flows in North India during summer.

Which of the above statements is correct?

[A] 1, 2 and 3 [B] 2 and 3
[C] 1 and 2 [D] 3 only
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Ans: [D] 3 only Competitive Geography MCQ-7
Knowledge Capsule: The process of vertical heating of the atmosphere is known as convection. The transfer of heat through horizontal movement of air is actually called advection. ‘Lo’ is a strong, warm and dry summer wind that flows over northern India and Pakistan. It is a prime example of advection, as it allows warm air from desert regions (such as the Thar Desert) to move horizontally over the plains.