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184 solved previous year questions on Geomorphology, papers from 1993 to 2022, drawn from UPSC CDS, UPSC CAPF, UPSC CSE Prelims. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #161Practice set
   Which of the following statements regarding the process of formation of Aravalli's is correct?
   • AIt is formed as a result of faulting in the ground surface due to endogenetic forces
   • BIt is formed because of gradual sedimentation bordered by two rigid masses
   • CIt is formed by magnetic intrusions and unwarping of crustal surface
   • DIt is formed due to folding of crustal rocks by compression due to endogenetic forces
   Answer: (D) It is formed due to folding of crustal rocks by compression due to endogenetic forces
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct Aravalli's are eroded stub old, folded mountain for a distance of 800 km. from Himmat nagar to Delhi, spanning Haryana, Rajasthan, Aravalli mountains are result of denudation of crustal rocks by compressive forces generated forces coming from within the earth. They become relict folded mountains. Important Tips The Block mountains, also known as fault block mountains, are the result of faulting caused by tensile and compressive forces motored by endogenetic forces coming from within the earth The Geosynclines, which are long narrow depressions of water are characterized by gradual sedimentation and generally bordered by two rigid masses which are called forelands. The Dome mountains are originated by magnetic intrusions and up warping of the crustal surface Examples, normal domes, lava domes, batholithic domes, laccolithic domes, salt domes etc

2. #162Practice set
   Which of the following regions are separated by Maida fault?
   • AKachchh mainl and and Rann of Kachchh
   • BSatpura and Vindhya ranges
   • CKarbi Anglong plateau and Chota Nagpur plateau
   • DNilgiri hills and Anaimalai hills
   Answer: (C) Karbi Anglong plateau and Chota Nagpur plateau
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct Fault was observed at a place called Maida in This fault separates Chota Nagpur Plateau Himalayan mountains. Maida gap is the Garo-Rajmahal gap. Important Tips Kachchh mainland and Rann of Kachchh are separated by the Kachchh Mainland fault (KMF). Fault that runs parallel to Satpura and Vindhya ranges forms a rift valley in which Narmada River flows. The Palakkad gap or Palghat Gap forms a major break in the Western Ghats Mountain range, in southwestern India. Located between the Nilgiri Hills to the north and the Anaimalai Hills to the south, it serves as a major communication route between Kerala and Tamil Nadu

3. #163Practice set
   With reference to the Peninsular plateau, which uf Lhe statements given below is incorrect?
   • AThe Peninsular region is made up of a series of Patl and plateaus. (h) The general sloping of the plateau is towards west
   • B2 only
   • CThe north-western part of the plateau has relief features like ravines and gorges
   • DTors are one of the features of the Peninsular plateau. 41
   Answer: (B) 2 only
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct a is correct. Patland are high-level plateau found Peninsular region. The Peninsular region is made a series of Patland plateaus (consists of series of sub-plateaus) such as Hazaribagh plateau, Malwa plateau, Ranchi plateau, Karnataka b is incorrect. The general sloping of the plateau the east, which is also proved by the pattern of of c is correct. The spatial variations have brought of diversity in the relief of the Peninsular north-western part of the plateau has a complex ravines and gorges. The ravines of Chambal, Bhind are some of the well-known dis correct. Tors are landforms created by the weathering of rock; most commonly granites, but dacites, dolerites, ignimbrites, coarse sandstones Tors are mostly less than 5 meters high. It is one features of the Peninsular plateau

4. #164Practice set
   Which of the following statements is incorrect with reference to Maida fault?
   • AThe northeastern states of India are separated by the Malda fault from the Chotanagpur Plateau
   • BThe down-thrusting of the Malda gap area during the mid-pleistocene period, diverted the Brahmaputra River system to flow towards the Bay of Bengal
   • CMalda gap was filled by sediment deposits of the Ganga and its tributaries
   • DIt is a major fault along the southern boundary of the Shillong plateau
   Answer: (D) It is a major fault along the southern boundary of the Shillong plateau
   Explanation

   Option dis fault is a fracture or zone of fractures between two rock. Faults allow the blocks to move relative to each a is correct. The Kar bi Anglong and the in the northeast and Rajasthan in the west are of Indian peninsular block. The are separated by the Malda fault in West Bengal Chotanagpur b is correct. The Peninsular plateau has from the peninsular block by a wide gap known Garo-Rajmahal Gap (Maida Gap). The the Malda gap area between the Rajmahal hills and plateau during the mid-pleistocene the Ganga and the Brahmaputra systems to the Bay of c is correct. Maida gap was later filled deposits of the Ganga and its tributaries. is largely formed by Archaean quartzites, shales with granite intrusions and some basic silts similar peninsular d is incorrect. The Dauki fault (and not is a major fault along the southern boundary of plateau that may be a source of destructive for the adjo

5. #165Practice set
   With reference to the Malda fault, consider the following statements: 1. It separates the Meghalaya plateau from the Chotanagpur plateau. 2. It is located in the state of Meghalaya. 3. It is also known as Garo-Rajmahal Gap.How many of the statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option bis the correct l is correct: The Meghalaya Plateau is the Indian peninsula by Maida Gap. It was formed Thus, the north-eastern parts are the Chotanagpur plateau by the Maida 2 is incorrect: Maida Gap is located in the West Bengal (and not Meghalaya). The Meghalaya been separated from the peninsular block by a wide as the Maida 3 is correct: Maida fault is also known as Gap. An extension of the Meghalaya plateau be seen in the Karbi Anglong hills of Assam

6. #166Practice set
   Consider the following Statements regarding 'Karewas': 1. It is an erosional feature created by a water body that only exists temporarily. 2. They are characterized by the presence of fossils of mammals and peat. 3. The formations of Karewas are useful for the cultivation of Saffron in Kashmir Valley.How many of the statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option bis the correct Kashmiri, the word Karewa means "elevated (1859) coined the phrase, which was by Lydekker (1878), to describe an unconsolidated sand-clay-conglomerate l is incorrect: Karewas are the thick deposits clay and other materials embedded with fertility of these patches is the result of their long formation. It was formed during the Pleistocene million Years Ago). Sediments continued to flow in and deposit in the lake, eventually resulting in of a lacustrine plain. Over time, the water leaving behind deposits such as unconsolidated 2 is correct: Karewas are characterized by of fossils of mammals and places filled with makes them ideal for cultivation of saffron, and several other cash crops. It is mainly found in valley between Pir Panjal and Zaskar range in 3 is correct: Karewa formations are useful for of Zafran, a local variety of Saffron in The Karewa sediments hold f

7. #167Practice set
   Arrange the following plateaus of Peninsular India in East to West direction: 1. Malwa Plateau 2. Hazaribagh Plateau 3. Marwar Plateau GE 4. Karbi Anglong 5. Baghelkhand PlateauSelect the correct option using the code given below
   • A2-5-4-1-3
   • B4-5-2-3-1
   • C5-2-1-4-3
   • D4-2-5-1-3
   Answer: (D) 4-2-5-1-3
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct Peninsular Plateau Region is one of the of India. It is an old stable mass of rocks that core of the Indian tectonic subplate. It consists of denuded plateaus that were once mountains. They in minerals. They are bound by ranges like the Ridge, Vindhyas, Maikal in the north, the Gir Hills west, the Rajmahal Hills in the East and the in the South, they are a roughly triangular made of many smaller 4: Karbi Anglong is a part of the Shillong/ present in the North East. It has been separated main part of the Peninsular plateau region by the It is present on the western fringe of the and occupies some areas of Assam as well. It formed by Archaean (Dharwarian) quartzites, schists with granite intrusions and some basic 2: The Hazaribagh Plateau is one the up the Chota Nagpur Plateau complex in the spreading over the Southern part of Bihar, and middle west part of West Beng

8. #168Practice set
   Consider the following pairs:Peninsular Plateaus R,iver that ataip.s in India theregion 1. Baghelkhand Son River Plateau 2. Madhya Bharat Tungabhadra River Plateau ( Central Highland) 3. Chota Nagpur Subarnarekha River Plateau 4. Malwa Plateau Narmada RiverHow many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll four
   Answer: (C) Only three
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct peninsular plateau is a part of the peninsular that is surrounded by seas. Most of the is a plateau. It's an uplifted block called the by two faults in the west and east 1 is correctly matched. Baghelkhand plateau: It in three States - UP, MP, and Chhattisgarh. Son the region, on which the Rihand Dam and Pant Sagar reservoir (largest manmade lake in built. The plateau contains Dharwar and It separates the Ganga basin from the Mahanadi 2 is incorrectly matched. Madhya Bharat Pathar: It known as the Central Highland. River Chambal region which flows in a rift valley. Kali-Sindh, Banas, are the tributaries of Chambal which also drain It lies to the east of Marwar 3 is correctly matched. Chota Nagpur plateau: It's plateau, with Himalayas (Shiwaliks) to its having the drainage systems of Damodar, Koe!, and South Koe! which empty into the Bay Himalayan uplift resulted i

9. #169Practice set
   "Satpura Mountain Range is a series of seven mountains ranges or folds". In this context, whkh one of the following is not the part: of the Satpura Mountain range?
   • AMaikal
   • BMahadeo Hills
   • CBanasura Hills
   • DKalibhit
   Answer: (C) Banasura Hills
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct range is a series of seven mountains ('Sat' 'pura' mountains). It runs in an east-west of the Vindhyas and in between the Narmada Tapi, roughly parallel to these rivers. It stretches for of about 900 km. Parts of the Satpuras have and upheaved. They are regarded as structural seven mountain ranges or folds of Satpura's are: Hills, Kalibhit, Asirgarh, Bijagarh, Hill is one of the tallest mountains in the of the Wayanad district, Kerala, India. The hill is Banasura, a mythical character of Indian legends. It of the highest peaks exceeding between Himalayas after Chembra Peak

10. #170Practice set
    With reference to physical and structural features associated with Indian subcontinent, consider the following statements: 1. Tibetan Plateau is the result of folding caused by compression forces of Kunlun Mountains in the north and Himalayas in the south. 2. According to Alfred Wegner, the Indian subcontinent was originally a part of Angara land. 3. The Himalayas is the outcome of compression of Tethys Sea by Eurasian and Indian plate.How many of the statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Indian Subcontinent shows a huge diversity in structural features as its land comprises various like snow-clad folded mountains in the in the south and plains in between l is incorrect. During the Eocene period land and Gondwanaland started converging as of which folds were formed along the northern borders of the Tethys sediments giving birth Kunlun mountains in the north and Himalayas in Tibetan plateau as median mass (stable block geosyndinal helt) between these two mountains by the folding, although it was slightly raised intense nature of the compression 2 is incorrect. Alfred Wegener assumed that only one super-continent named Pangaea a super-ocean called Panthalassa. The northern part was called Angaraland and the southern part Gondwanaland. India was part of Gondwanaland, southern continent of the world, which broke up close of Palaeozoic time period into

11. #171Practice set
    With reference to the Meghalaya Plateau, consider the following statements:l. They are an extension of the Peninsular Plateau block. 2. They are extremely devoid of minerals. 3. They have highly denuded topography.How many of the statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct I is correct: The Meghalaya Plateau was a the block consisting of Peninsular Plateaus. the tectonic shift of the Indian plate towards plate, a huge tectonic fault was created Hills and this plateau, thus separating 2 is incorrect: Just like the rocks of the Meghalaya Plateau is also rich in minerals coal, iron ore, limestone, uranium and region is infamous for its rat hole mining, which banned, but is still the primary method of (most of which is illegal) in this region. It of very small tunnels, usually only 3-4 feet workers (often children) enter and extract coal. It as it not only polluted the environment nearby rivers), but is also unsafe for the workers. terrain, and poor socio-economic conditions in rampant practice of this mining method. In 15 workers were trapped in a collapsed rat hole 2-3 days in Jaintia 3 is correct: The Meghalaya Plateau the highest am

12. #172Practice set
    Which of the following are rivers originating from the Chotanagpur Plateau? 1. Kangsabati 2. Son 3. Subarnarekha 4. IndravatiSelect the correct option using the code given below
    • A1, 2 and 3 only
    • B2, 3 and 4 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D1, 2, 3 and 4
    Answer: (C) 1 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is correct: River Kangsabati rises in Plateau in West Bengal in Purulia 2 is incorrect: River Son originates in Hills, which is a meeting point of the Satpura range and Maikal Range. The Son Kaimur hills, flowing east-northeast through and Bihar states to join the Ganga just Dehri is the major town situated 011 Son 3 is correct: The Subarnarekha is one of the flowing inter-state rises from the Chotanagpur plateau near Nagri village District in the state of Jharkhand. The drains its waters into the Bay of 4 is incorrect: River Indravati is a tributary of River. It originates in the Dandakaranya Kalahandi district of Odisha on the western slopes of GEO Important Tips River Kangsabati houses the Mukumanipur dam created during the 2nd five-year plan. River Subarnarekha flows through Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha. The Hundru falls are located on it. South Koel an

13. #173Practice set
    With reference to Vokank Activity in India, consider the following statements: 1. India's only volcano which is situated on Barren Island, is a dormant one. 2. The Himalayas are devoid of volcanic activity as there is no tectonic subduction beneath it.Which of the statements given above, is/ are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect: The volcano in Andaman's is an active volcano (not dormant). There has activity in it as recently as in 2017-18. It is active volcano. India has other volcanoes as well, are dormant or extinct such as in the Deccan Dhinodhar, 2 is correct: In many mountain ranges of such as the Alps and the Andes, much has been observed. However there has been no volcanic activity in the Himalayan Muunlain being the youngest and still growing mountain the reason is that volcanic activity is recorded plate margins where one plate subducts So, it is found either at ocean-land plate at ocean-ocean plate margin, as it is only oceanic subducts under. This plate gets molten due to temperature and pressure inside the earth, leading eruption of this pressurised l through the adjoining plate's in the case of the Himalayas, there is a two continental tectonic plates. So, in

14. #174Practice set
    "Satpura Mountain Range is a series of seven mountains ranges or folds". In this context, which one of the following is not the part of the Satpura Mountain range?
    • AMaikal
    • BMahadeo Hills
    • CBanasura Hills
    • DKalibhit J j Drainage System
    Answer: (C) Banasura Hills
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct range is a series of seven mountains ('Sat' 'Pura' mountains). It runs in an east-west of the Vindhyas and in between the Narmada Tapi, roughly parallel to these rivers. It stretches for of about 900 km. Parts of the Satpuras have and upheaved. They are regarded as structural seven mountain ranges or folds of Satpura's are: Hills, Kalibhit, Asirgarh, Bijagarh, Hill is one of the tallest mountains in Ghats of the Wayanad district, Kerala, India. is named after Banasura, a mythical character of It is one of the highest peaks exceeding Nilgiris and Himalayas after Chembra Peak. Drainage System

15. #175Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. Chota Nagpur plateau presents a radial drainage pattern. 2. Karbi-Anglong plateau lies in the west to the Meghalaya Plateau.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • C1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 and 2
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is correct - The Chota Nagpur plateau by numerous rivers and streams in and presents a radial drainage pattern rivers originate from a hill and flow in all the drainage pattern is 'radia Statement 2 is incorrect - The Karbi-Anglong plateau the east of the Meghalaya Plateau. Chota Nagapur Plateau

16. #176Practice set
    Consider the following pairs:Indian Rivers Origin 1. Narmada Amarkantak Plateau 2. Godavari Satpura Hills 3. Krishna Trimbakeshwar Plateau 4. Kaveri Brahmagiri HillsHow many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correctly matched - The Narmada originates western flank of the Amarkantak plateau at a height 1,057 m. Flowing in a rift valley between the the south and the Vindhyan range in the north, it forms gorge in marble rocks and Dhuandhar 2 is not correctly matched- The Godavari Triambakeshwar Plateau in the Nasik Maharashtra (and not from the Satpura Hills) its water into the Bay of Bengal. It is the river system. It is also called the Dakshin 3 is not correctly matched- The Krishna is the east flowing Peninsular river which rises in Sahyadri hills. Its total length is 4 is correctly matched- The Kaveri rises in of Kogadu district in Karnataka. is 800 km and it drains an area of 81,155 sq. km

17. #177Practice set
    Topography and temperatures of this agro-dimatic region show great variation. Average temperature in July ranges between and 30 while in January it ranges between 5 and -5 Mean annual rainfall varies between 75 cm to 150 cm, with some of the areas experiences a very low rainfall of 30 cm too. This agro-dimatic region is made up of fragile eco system prone to soil erosion and has low land productivity. This region is famous for horticultural products like Saffron and contributes the largest share in India's Apple production. Which of the following best describes the above mentioned agro-climatic region of er
    • AEastern plateau and hill region
    • BWestern plateau and hill region
    • CEastern Himalayan region
    • DWestern Himalayan region
    Answer: (D) Western Himalayan region
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct Himalayan agro-dimatic region: Topography and temperatures show great variation. Average temperature in July ranges between and 30 while in January it ranges between 5 and -5 Mean annual rainfall varies between 75 cm to 150 cm, with some of the areas experiences a very low rainfall of 30 cm too. The region is prone to soil erosion and has low land productivity. This region is famous aromatic crops like Saffron, medicinal plants (Kuth, Kuroo Himalayan Yew), Aromatic plants (Dioscorea, Banafsha, Lavender, Brahmi, Harad, seabuck thorn, cedar wood) and Fruit crops such as Apple, cherry, strawberry, peach, plum, kiwi, apricot, almond walnut. North West Himalayan states of Kashmir and Himachal contributes the largest share in India's Apple production

18. #178Practice set
    With reference to the major ports in India, consider the following:33. 1. Paradip port 2. Mumbai port 3. Kolkata port 4. Kandla port Arrange the above ports from north to south andselect the correct answer using the code given below?
    • A4-3-1-2
    • B3-4-1-2
    • C4-3-2-1
    • D3-4-2-1
    Answer: (C) 4-3-2-1
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Great Northern Plains is made up of the soils and deposited by the rivers flowing from the the North and the Great Indian plateau in the South. are categorized in different regions based 011 1 is correctly matched. The newer, younger the flood plains are called khadar. They are every year and so are fertile, thus, ideal for 2 is correctly matched. Bhangar is the largest part plain and is composed of the oldest alluvial lie above the flood plains and resemble terraces. of this region is locally known as kankar and is calcareous 3 is correctly matched. There is a strip of plain km broad along the outer slopes of the Siwaliks Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. This region is known This strip of bhabar is made of gravel and The smaller streams disappear under ground in region during the summer season and their again after crossing the bhabar

19. #179Full-length test
    In the context of landscape evolution in deserts, which of the following statement best describes the landforms called 'Pediplains'?
    • AThese are the gently inclined rocky floors formed at the foothills of mountains due to erosional process
    • BThese are the fan-shaped deposits formed due to deposition of sediments at the base of a mountain
    • CThese are the areas of shallow fakes where water is retained for a short duration before evaporation
    • DThese are the low featureless plains formed due to the reduction of high relief structures due to the process of erosion
    Answer: (D) These are the low featureless plains formed due to the reduction of high relief structures due to the process of erosion
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct desert areas undergo continuous but gradual to various erosional and depositional a is incorrect: The gently inclined rocky close to the foothills of mountains are They are formed due to erosion of due to streams and sheet b is incorrect: The fan-shaped deposits in due to deposition of sediments at the base of are called 'bajadas. They are mostly found regions E c is incorrect: The formation of a shallow lake body for a short period (during the times of availability) are called dis correct: In desert areas, the slopes of mountain front get eroded over time due to sheet flooding. This results in the formation of rocky floors close to the mountain foot, which pediments. Once, pediments are formed with slope followed by cliff or free face above it, the slope and free face starts to retreat backwards. In the pediments extend backwards with the of the mountain front. G

20. #180Full-length test
    Consider the following pairs of different drainage patterns and their features: 1. Dendritic The pattern develops in areas where the rock beneath the stream has no particular structure. 2. Trellis Develops where sedimentary rocks have been folded and then eroded. 3. Centripetal Streams radiate outwards from a central high point.How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct pattern are governed by the topography of whether a particular region is dominated by hard rocks, and the gradient of the 1 is correct: Dendritic pattern is also known as and looks like branching of a tree. These are in regions with homogenous materials and rock beneath the stream has no particular 2 is correct: Trellis drainage system is where sedimentary rocks have been folded or the.n eroded to varying degrees. The short meet the main stream at right angles. Through differential erosion paves the way for 3 is incorrect: In radial drainage system, the outwards from a central high point. For originating from Amarkantak range forms a In centripetal drainage system, rivers waters from all directions into a lake or centripetal drainage system is similar to the system, with the only exception that flows out versus centripetal drainage flows in

21. #181Full-length test
    Which of the following are the direct usage or application of seismic waves? 1. Monitoring volcanic activity 2. Information on groundwater resources 3. Mapping the distribution of plant species 4. Understanding plate tectonicsSelect the correct answer using the codes given below
    • A1, 2 and 4 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1, 3 and 4 only
    • D1, 2, 3 and 4
    Answer: (A) 1, 2 and 4 only
    Explanation

    Optioll a is the. correct is the scientific study of earthquakes and elastic waves through the Earth or planet-like bodies; It. has various applications us to understand the Earth's.structure, dynamics? 1 is correct: Seismic waves are used to monitor of active volcanoes. When a volcan.o. the movement of magma beneath the surface waves that can be detected by seismometers. S. can provide information on. the location, depth, of volcanic activity, This information be predict volcanic eruptions and to develop to protect people living in the vicinity of a 2 is correct: Seismology can be used to properties of rocks and soils beneath the surface. the way seismic waves travel through the can infer the density, porosity, and the subsurface layers. This information cari be used and evaluate groundwater 3 is incorrect: Mapping the distribution of is not an application of seismology. deals with the

22. #182Full-length test
    Which one of the following best describes the purpose of a 'Credit Default Swap'?
    • AMitigation of risk associated with a fixed or a floating interest rate regime
    • BMitigation of risk associated with volatility in currency markets
    • CSecuring a price hedge against variations in commodity prices
    • DInsurance against possible non repayment of principal/interest
    Answer: (D) Insurance against possible non repayment of principal/interest
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct credit default swap (CDS) is an instrument of in which an investor "swaps" or offsets risk with that of another person A has invested in a corporate bond. But not certain that the borrower is going to pay the the principal amount on time. To hedge his risks, approaches person agrees to reimburse in case the borrower defaults on his payments. In A agrees to pay person B monthly premiums till maturity date. Person A and Person B are said to a credit default swap must be remembered that the seller of the CDS will payment to the buyer only in case of credit default borrower (or any other credit event defined in the If there is no credit default, the seller of the gain and the buyer of the CDS would lose because premium payments that were made by the buyer to are a sub-set of derivatives, in which two parties exchange/swap their cash flows, in a bid to reduce financial

23. #183Full-length test
    The Peninsular plateau region of India could be demarcated into three mineral belts the North Eastern Plateaus is one of them. In the context of the North Eastern Plateaus of India, which one of the following statements is incorrect?
    • AThe North-Eastern Plateau region covers Chhotanagpur and Odisha Plateau
    • BMost of the Coal fields in India are found in the North-Eastern plateau region
    • CThe region is the largest source of Lead zinc ore in India
    • DMajor part of the plateau is composed of Precambrian rocks
    Answer: (C) The region is the largest source of Lead zinc ore in India
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct a is correct: The North-Eastern Plateau Chhotanagpur (Jharkhand), Odisha Plateau, and parts of Chhattisgarh. It has variety of iron ore coal, manganese, bauxite, b is correct: Most of the Coal resources of available in younger Tertiary formations of region. Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and l f { Test- 7 Bengal are the leading producers of coal in India. The mines occur in close proximity to the coal fields in plateau region of the country which adds c is incorrect: Rajasthan, a part of the plateau, is endowed with the largest resources ore amounting to 607.53 million tonnes (88.61 The North-Western belt extends along Aravali in part of Gujarat and minerals are associated with of d is correct: Major part of the plateau is composed of Precambrian rocks, The Precambrian rocks of India have into two systems, namely the Dharwar system Archaean 1. Solution: Option b

24. #184Full-length test
    With reference to the Medieval History of India, who were the khudkasht and Pahikasht? They were in India. in India. Junagarh rock inscription in' Sanskrit language. and eastern parts of India
    • Apersonal soldiers of the emperor
    • Bthe village headmen
    • Ctypes of peasants
    • DIntelligence officers of state to Shaka in Ancient India
    Answer: (C) types of peasants
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct of the seventeenth century refer to two kinds - khud-kashta and a is incorrect: Ahadis (gentlemen-troopers) personal troopers of the emperor instituted by dakhili soldiers were recruited though on behalf emperor but were employed with the b is incorrect: Muqaddam the village the Sultanate c is correct: Khudkasht was a category of The khud-kashta were resident peasants of in which they held their lands. They had of land and the right to sell or mortgage it. did not have lands of their own. They did on a contract basis. They did not do agricultural or stay permanently in the d is incorrect: Barid were the official in intelligence and newsgathering

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