The geographical nature of India is quite diverse from almost every point of view. The geographical structure of India has on one hand the vast Himalayan ranges on its north, on the other and the wide Indian Ocean, the high and low-lying Deccan plateau, the broad desert of Thar, the seaside part. India also has considerable geographical diversity in terms of soil, vegetation, and natural resources. Due to so many variations, it is necessary to know all the students who are preparing for competitive exams.
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Q : Which one of the following lakes in India has the highest water salinity?
(A) Dal
(B) Chilka
(C) Wular
(D) Sambhar
Which one of the following is not a non conventional source of energy?
(A) Solar Energy
(B) Natural Gas
(C) Wind Energy
(D) Tidal Power
The term "Doab" means –
(A) a land between two mountains
(B) a land between two lakes
(C) a land between two rivers
(D) a land between two seas
Which is the largest port in India?
(A) Mumbai
(B) Kolkata
(C) Visakhapatnam
(D) Kochi
First solar powered Airport in India?
(A) Chennai
(B) Goa
(C) Mumbai
(D) Kochi
Plantation of trees on a large scale to check soil erosion are called:
(A) Afforestation
(B) Contour ploughing
(C) Shelter belts
(D) Strip cropping
Soil erosion is a serious environmental problem. Steps should be taken to curb this problem. Following are some ways to prevent soil erosion:
1. Plant trees on barren lands to prevent soil erosion.
2. Add mulch and rocks to trap plants and grass beneath to prevent soil erosion.
3. Mulch matting can be used to reduce erosion on slopes.
4. Place a series of fiber logs to prevent any water or soil from flowing away.
5. A wall at the base of a slope can help prevent soil erosion.
6. Every house should have proper drainage system so that water can flow into proper water collection systems.
7. Afforestation is the planting of trees on a large scale to check soil erosion.
What is Dakshin Gangotri?
(A) River valley in Andhra Pradesh
(B) Unmanned station located in Antarctica
(C) Second source of River Ganga
(D) Island in the Indian Ocean
Which of the following is protected under Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?
(A) Bandicoot rat
(B) Squirrel
(C) Porcupine
(D) Gerbil
The highest altitude (4411 meters above sea level) is of:
(A) Bangda Airport
(B) Heathrow Airport
(C) Daocheng Yading Airport
(D) Kathmandu Airport
Where is the origin of river Indus river?
(A) Dal Lake
(B) Mansarovar Lake
(C) Lake Sheshnag
(D) Wullar Lake
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