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Rivers, Lakes & Drainage — UPSC Prelims Geography previous year questions

116 solved previous year questions on Rivers, Lakes & Drainage, papers from 1991 to 2023, drawn from UPSC CDS, State PCS, UPSC CSE Prelims. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #1UPSC CSE Prelims 2023
   Which one of the following is a part of the Congo Basin?
   • ACameroon
   • BNigeria
   • CSouth Sudan
   • DUganda
   Answer: (A) Cameroon
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct a is correct: The Congo Basin is a vast Central Africa, encompassing multiple countries. primarily characterized by the Congo Rainforest, rainforest in the. world. The Congo across six countries-Cameroon, Central Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic Congo, Equatorial Guinea and b is incorrect: Nigeria is located in West Africa not part of the Congo Basin. It is situated to the west c is incorrect: South Sudan is located in Africa, and while it is geographically closer to Basin compared to Nigeria, it does not fall within itself. The Congo Basin is mainly found to the south d is incorrect: Uganda is also located in East of Rwanda and Tanzania. While it is relatively close eastern edge of the Congo Basin, it does not lie the basin

2. #2UPSC CSE Prelims 2021
   With reference to the water on the planet Earth, consider the following statements: 1. The amount of water in the rivers and lakes is more than the amount of groundwater. m l f its Structure, Volcanism and Earthquakes, Theory, Plate Tectonics theory and Geomorphk 2. The amount of water in polar ice caps and glaciers is more than the amount of groundwater.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 I is incorrect. Of the total freshwater, glaciers, underground, and less than is lakes, rivers, and swamps. Thus, the amount of water and lakes is less than amount of 2 is correct. Of the total freshwater, glaciers and underground. Polar ice caps has more water than groundwater

3. #3State PCS 1996
   The greatest delta of the world is formed by
   • AGanga and Brahmaputra
   • BMississippi-Missouri
   • CYangtze-Kiang
   • DHuang-He
   Answer: (A) Ganga and Brahmaputra
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct Ganges Brahmaputra Delta is the largest delta world, covering an area of more than 105,000 It is formed by the confluence of the Ganges, and the Meghna rivers, which drain a about 1.72 million square kilometers in the south of The delta is shared by India and Bangladesh and one of the most fertile and densely populated regions world. Important Tips Mississippi-Missouri is a river system formed by the confluence of the Mississippi River and the Missouri River in the United States. The Mississippi River is the second-longest river in North America, after the Missouri River, and the fourth-longest river in the world, after the Nile, the Amazon, and the Yangtze. The Yangtze River is the longest river in Asia and the third-longest in the world, after the Nile and the Amazon. The Yangtze originates from the Tanggula Mountains in Qinghai province and flows eastward for a

4. #4Previous year
   Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched? [. (Pre) 2017)
   • ACanyon - River
   • BZeugen - Wind
   • CInselberg - Glacier
   • DMoraine - Glacier
   Answer: (C) Inselberg - Glacier
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct inselberg is not related to a glacier. An inselberg is hill or mountain that rises abruptly from a or level surrounding plain. It is formed by the softer rocks around a resistant core of hard rock. Important Tips A canyon is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides that is carved by a river over time. A river is a natural stream of water that flows in a channel from a source to a mouth. Some examples of canyons formed by rivers are the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA. A zeugen is a type of landform that consists of a ddge or table of hard rock with a flat top and steep sides that l.s eroded by wind. Wind is a natural movement of air across the surface of the earth. Some examples of zeugens formed by wind are the Mushroom Rocks in Egypt and the Yardangs in China. A moraine is au accumulation of unconsolidated debris carried by a glacier and deposited along its margins o

5. #5UPSC CDS 2021
   When the rivers discharge their waters from all directions into a lake or depression, the pattern is known as
   • ATrellis
   • BDendritic
   • CRadial
   • DCentripetal
   Answer: (D) Centripetal
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct rivers discharge their waters from all directions lake or depression, the pattern is known as a In a centripetal drainage pattern, the rivers a central point or basin. This occurs when the a lake or depression is lower in elevation, rivers to flow inward. As the rivers approach the central point, they merge and contribute their water into the lake Important Tips Other drainage patterns: Trellis pattern - It is characterized by parallel main rivers with shorter tributaries joining them at right angles. Dendritic pattern - It is characterized by a branching network of rivers resembling the branches of a tree. Radial pattern - It is characterized by rivers flowing outward in different directions from a central high point, often found in volcanic regions

6. #6UPSC CDS 2020
   Which one of the following is not a fluvial landform?
   • ACirque
   • BGorge
   • CBraids
   • DCanyon
   Answer: (A) Cirque
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct is not a fluvial landform. Pluvial landforms or influenced by rivers or streams through and deposition. Examples include and canyons. Cirques, however, are associated activity and are bowl-shaped hollows formed in mountainous regions. They are not formed or streams

7. #7UPSC CDS 2014
   Arrange the following features formed by rivers in its course starting from upstream: 1. Meanders 2. Falls 3. Delta 4. Oxbow LakeSelect the correct answer using the codes given below
   • A2, 1, 3, 4
   • B2, 1, 4, 3
   • C1, 2, 3, 4
   • D1, 4, 2, 3
   Answer: (B) 2, 1, 4, 3
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct correct arrangement of the features formed by rivers course, starting from upstream, Falls, also known as waterfalls, are formed when flows over a steep vertical drop in its course. when a river encounters resistant rock layers or change in the gradient of the Meanders are large bends or curves formed river in its middle or lower course. These arc to the erosional and depositional activities of the typically occur in areas with gentle Oxbow Lake: An oxbow lake is a U-shaped Lake that a meandering river cuts off a meander bend, curved lake behind. This occurs when a meander from the main channel due to erosion and A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of where it meets a body of water, such as a lake, sea, Deltas are created when the river deposits builds up a triangular or fan-shaped land area

8. #8UPSC CAPF 2021
   The heaviest rocks, which are rolled along the riverbed in river transport, come under which type of load?
   • ASolution load
   • BSuspension load
   • CSaltation load
   • DTraction load
   Answer: (D) Traction load
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct load is the heaviest type ofload that is a river. It consists of large, heavy rocks that are the riverbed. Traction load is only transported with a high velocity. Important Tips Solution load: This refers to dissolved minerals and salts that are carried within the water. These particles are not visible and are transported in a dissolved state. Suspension load: This refers to small particles, such as silt and clay, that are suspended in the water column. These particles are transported by the flow of water without directly contacting the riverbed. They can cause turbidity and give the water a murky appearance. Saltation load: This refers to the transportation of relatively larger particles, such as sand and pebbles, that are lifted and moved intermittently by the force of the flowing water. These particles bounce and hop along the riverbed in a series of leaps rath

9. #9UPSC CSE Prelims 2010
   Consider the following statements: 1. On the planet Earth, the fresh water available for use amounts to about less than of the total water found. 2. Of the total freshwater found on the planet Earth, is bound up in polar ice caps and glaciers.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (A) 1 only
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct l is correct: Only about of the Earth's water and of that, only about is readily available. is locked up in glaciers, ice caps, and 2 is incorrect: Of the total freshwater on is in glaciers and ice caps, and about is Only a small percentage of freshwater is lakes, rivers, and RAPHY Where is Earth's Water? livillglhinns Freshwater.Jtivers Total global Freshvvater Suface water and water other trestmater

10. #10UPSC CSE Prelims 2006
    From north towards south, which one of the following is the correct sequence of the given rivers in India?
    • AShyok - Spiti - Zaskar - Satluj
    • BShyok - Zaskar - Spiti - Satluj
    • CZaskar - Shyok - Satluj - Spiti
    • DZaskar - Satluj - Shyok - Spiti
    Answer: (A) Shyok - Spiti - Zaskar - Satluj
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct first known marsupial fossils date back to the period, which was about 125 million years Lower Cretaceous period occurred approximately 100 million years ago. These fossils were found in and Asia. Marsupials eventually spread to South America, where they diversified into a of species

11. #11UPPCS 2021
    Largest saline water lake in India is
    • AChilika
    • BSambhar
    • CLonary
    • DWullar
    Answer: (A) Chilika
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Lake is the largest saline water lake in India. also the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia and coastal lagoon globally. The lake covers of over 1,100 square kilometers and spans across Khordha, and Ganjam districts of Odisha, the east coast of India at the mouth of the Daya into the Bay of Bengal. Important Tips Additional facts on Chilika Lake: Chilika Lake is the largest lagoon in Asia and the second largest in the world. In 1981, it gained recognition as India's first wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention. The Irrawaddy dolphins, frequently seen near Satapada Island, are a major attraction. Nalabana Island, covering around 16 sq km within the lagoon, was designated as a bird sanctuary in 1987. Kalijai Temple is situated on an island in Chilika Lake. The lake is a haven for migratory birds from various regions, including the Caspian

12. #12UPPCS 2002
    Consider the following statements: Assertion (A): While all major rivers of peninsular India flow into the Bay of Bengal, the Narmada and the Tapi flow into the Arabian sea. Reason The Narmada and the Tapi rivers flow in rift valley. Select the correct answer using the codes given below
    • ABoth (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
    • BBoth (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
    • C(A) is true, but (R) is false
    • D(A) is false, but (R) is true
    Answer: (A) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct (A) is true: Major rivers in peninsular the Godavari, Krishna, and the rivers of the system, flow into the Bay of Bengal. Narmada and the Tapi rivers are the two major rivers into the Arabian (R) is true: The Narmada and the Tapi rivers flow valleys. A rift valley is a lowland region that forms tectonic plates move apart, or is the correct explanation of (A): The fact that and the Tapi rivers flow through rift valleys is why they flow into the Arabian Sea instead of the Bengal. The rift valleys provide a natural path for to flow to the Arabian sea

13. #13State PCS 1994
    Near Manasarovar Lake in Tibet, there is the source of the river
    • ABrahmaputra
    • BSatluj
    • CIndus
    • DAll of the above ormula
    Answer: (D) All of the above ormula
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct source of multiple rivers, namely Brahmaputra, Indus, is found near Manasarovar Lake in Tibet. Brahmaputra: It originates at the Angsi Glacier, southeast of Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. Sutlej: The Sutlej's source is located west of Lake Rakshastal, which is just west of Lake Manasarovar and south of Mount Kailash. Indus: The glaciers in the Kailash range near Mansarovar Lake serve as the source of the Indus River

14. #14State PCS 2019
    Which valley of the following rivers is known to have deep Ravines?
    • ANarmada
    • BSon
    • CChambal
    • DTapti
    Answer: (C) Chambal
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Chambal River Valley is known for its deep it a distinctive geographical feature. The and its tributaries have carved out these constant vertical erosion over semi-arid and This type of terrain is characterized by gullies, and deep ravines. The are characterized by their irregular ridges, low hills, deep trenches, and broad This unique landscape poses challenges and livelihoods in the region due to soil land degradation

15. #15State PCS 2016
    Which range acts as a water divide between Yamuna and Son?
    • ABhander
    • BKaimur
    • CMaikal
    • DMukundwara
    Answer: (B) Kaimur
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Kaimur Range serves as the water divide between and Son rivers. This range is the eastern part of Range and extends for about 483 kilometers in Madhya Pradesh to Sasaram in Bihar. It forms or divide between these two major rivers, with flowing to the south and the Tons (tributary of the north

16. #16CGPSC 2019
    Which religious place is situated at the confluence of Mand and Mahanadi?
    • ADidineshwari Devi
    • BAn gar Moti
    • CChandrahasini Devi
    • DMahamaya
    Answer: (C) Chandrahasini Devi
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct religious place situated at the confluence of Mahanadi rivers is the Chandrahasini Devi temple is located in Chhattisgarh's Janjgir district, off the Raigarh City, specifically in the area known It is a revered site where devotees worship Devi, and it is known for its significance of the 52 Shaktipeeths

17. #17State PCS 2011
    Sriharikota island is located in
    • ANear Chilka Lake
    • BNear the mouth of Mahanadi River
    • CNear Pulicat Lake
    • DNear the mouth of Godavari River
    Answer: (C) Near Pulicat Lake
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Island, located off the Bay of Bengal situated near Pulicat Lake. It is a barrier island and of the Shar Project settlement in Tirupati Pradesh, India. The island is notable for Satish Dhawan Space Centre, which is one of satellite launch centers. The Indian Space (ISRO) utilizes Sriharikota for taking advantage of its proximity to the equator launch efficiency. Important Tips Pulicat Lake: The second-largest brackish water ecosystem in India, following Chilika Lake in Odisha. Situated on the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, with the majority of its expanse in Andhra Pradesh. An annual haven for diverse bird species, including grey pelicans and painted storks. Both grey pelicans and painted storks are categorized as near-threatened species on the IUCN Red List of Threatened

18. #18JPSC 2021
    Which of the following characteristic features is appropriate for Narmada River?
    • AVolcanic or igin
    • BWind or igin
    • CStructural or igin
    • DGlacial or igin
    Answer: (C) Structural or igin
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct characteristic feature appropriate for the is "Structural origin". The Narmada River a rift valley, which is a geological formation the Earth's crust being stretched and pulled apart. valley was formed due to tectonic forces and making it a river with a structural origin. flows between the Vindhyan Range on the north Satpura Range on the south, shaped by the of the region

19. #19UKPSC 2021
    Out of the following rivers which is not the tributary of river Sutlej?
    • ABaspa
    • BSpiti
    • CRavi
    • DBeas
    Answer: (C) Ravi
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct is not a tributary of the Sutlej River; it is tributary of the Chenab River. The Sutlej River's include Baspa, Spiti, Beas, Nogli Khad, River. Important Tips Beas River: Beas River, an important tributary of Sutlej, emerges from Rohtang pass in Himachal Pradesh. The river before entering Pakistan merges with the Sutlej River at Hari-Ke-Pattan in Punjab. The tourist resorts of Manali are situated on the right banks of the river Beas. Baspa River: The Baspa River originates in the Baspa Hills and eventually joins the Sutlej River in the Kinnanr district. Before merging with the Sutlej, it receives contributions from several smaller rivers that are fed by melting snow water. Spiti River: The Spiti River has two tributaries, the Tegpo and Kabzian streams, which originate from the Kunzum Range. This river is primarily sourced by water from the Pin Valley and experience

20. #20State PCS 2012
    Which one of the following groups is the correct sequence of mountain peaks from east to west?
    • AEverest, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri
    • BKanchenjunga, Everest, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri
    • CKanchenjunga, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Everest
    • DEverest, Kanchenjunga, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna
    Answer: (B) Kanchenjunga, Everest, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct correct sequence of mountain peaks from east to west Himalayas is: Kanchenjunga Mount Everest Dhaulagiri Important Tips Doabs of Punjab: Bist Doab, located between the Beas and Sutlej rivers, is a highly fertile region known as Doaba. Key cities in this region include Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, and Kapmthala. Bari Doab, situated between the Beas and Ravi rivers, is another fertile area often referred to as Majha. It encompasses major cities like Amritsar, Lahore, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, and Pathankot. Rachna Doab, between the Ravi and Chenab rivers, is known for its fertility and includes cities such as Gujranwala and Sheikhupura in Pakistan. Chaj Doab, lying between the Chenab and Jhelum rivers, is another fertile region with significant cities like Gujarat, Bhera, and Shahpur in Pakistan. Sindh Sagar Doab, located between the Indus River and the Jhehun, experiences lo

21. #21UPSC CDS 2023
    Consider the following dues about a State of India: 1. It is known as land of red River and blue hills'. 2. It contains three of the six physiographic divisions of India. 3. It covers about 2.39 percent of total areas of the country. Identify the State on the basis of the given clues
    • AKarnataka
    • BAndhra Pradesh
    • CAssam
    • DChhattisgarh
    Answer: (C) Assam
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct is known as 'land of red River and blue three of India's physiographic divisions, about of the country's total area

22. #22UPSC CDS 2023
    Indus river basin is extended up to
    • ALadakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab
    • BLadakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana
    • CLadakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan
    • DLadakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan
    Answer: (D) Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct India, the Indus River basin covers the states of and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan. Important Tips Indus basin covers an area of about 1,165,500 square kilometers, and includes parts of China, India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. In India, the Indus basin spreads over the states of Jammu Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and a part of Rajasthan, Haryana, and UT of Chandigarh and Ladakh having an area of 3,21,289 sq. km, which is nearly of the total geographical area of the country. The culturable area of the basin is 9.6 Mha (Million Hectare Area), which is about 4.9 percent of the total culturable area of the country. The major part of the basin received an average annual rainfall of over 620.96 mm. The major part of basin is covered with agricultural land and accounting to 35.8 percent of the total area. 1.85 percent of the basin is covered by water

23. #23UPSC CDS 2022
    Ten Degree Channel is found between
    • ANorth Andaman and Middle Andaman
    • BSouth Andaman and Little Andaman
    • CLittle Andaman and Car Nicobar
    • DCar Nicobar and Great Nicobar
    Answer: (C) Little Andaman and Car Nicobar
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Degree Channel is found between Little Andaman Nicobar. It is a 150 km wide channel that separates islands. The channel is named after its location on degree of latitude north of the equator

24. #24UPSC CDS 2022
    Mount (642 m) is an important mountain peak of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is located in
    • ANorth Andaman
    • BMiddle Andaman
    • CSouth Andaman
    • DGreat Nicobar
    Answer: (D) Great Nicobar
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct Thullier is located on the island of Great is the largest and southernmost island of and Nicobar Islands

25. #25UPSC CDS 2022
    Which one of the following is a tributary of Barak River in Manipud
    • ADhaleswari
    • BSubansiri
    • CDhansiri
    • DManas
    Answer: (A) Dhaleswari
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Dhaleswari River is a tributary of the Barak Manipur. It originates in the Manipur Hills and the Imphal Valley before joining the Barak Bhanga Bazar. Subansiri, Dhansiri and Manas of Brahmaputra river

26. #26UPSC CDS 2022
    Consider the following statements about Karewas: 1. These are the lacustrine deposits of Pleistocene period. 2. These are found along the lower slopes of Pir Panjal. 3. Kare was are well known for the cultivation of saffron, almond and walnut.How many of the above statements is/are correct?
    • A1
    • B2
    • C3
    • DNone
    Answer: (C) 3
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is are the thick deposits clay and other materials embedded with are unconsolidated lacustrine deposits meaning formed in a lake. They were formed in ( 1 Million years ago) when the entire Kashmir under 2 is to the rise of Pir Panjal, was impounded and a lake of about sq. was developed, thus a basin was formed. lake was drained through Bramulla gorge. The in the process are known as 3 is correct: The fertile soil deposited by lakes in the Karewa formations is highly suitable The Kashmir Valley, with its Karewa deposits, for growing saffron, almonds, and walnuts

27. #27Previous year
    Which one of the following river valleys of India is under the influence of intensive gully erosion? [CDS 2019
    • AKosi
    • BChambal
    • CDamodar
    • DBrahmaputra
    Answer: (B) Chambal
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct river valley in India that is under the influence gully erosion is the Chambal Valley.The cuts through the clayey soils and makes deep are known as gullies. The soil is removed by along definite paths downs the slope or in is called gully GEO Important Tips The Charnbal River flows through the states of Pradesh, and Pradesh central The Chambal Valley is known for its significant problem of gully erosion, which refers to the formation and development of deep and narrow channels (gullies) clue to erosion caused by water runoff. The loose soil composition and steep slopes in the Chambal Valley contribute to the occurrence of in_t_ensivegully erosion

28. #28UPSC CDS 2018
    Which one among the following is not a tributary of river Luni?
    • AKhari
    • BSukri
    • CJawai
    • DBanas
    Answer: (D) Banas
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct is a tributary of the Chambal River. Chambal is itself of the Yamuna river. Important Tips Luni is a west-flowing river located entirely in Rajasthan. It is also known as the Sagarmati River. It rises near Ajmer and flows southwest into the Rann of Kutch. The major left bank tributaries of the Luni River include Jawai, Khari, Sukri, Sugai, Mithri, and Bandi. The Right Bank tributaries of the Luni River is Jojri

29. #29UPSC CDS 2018
    Consider the following tributaries of river Ganga 1. Gandak 2. Kasi 3. Ghaghara 4. GomtiWhich one of the following is the correct order of the above rivers from East to West?
    • A3, 4, 1, 2
    • B2, 1, 3, 4
    • C2, 3, 1, 4
    • D1, 2, 4, 3
    Answer: (B) 2, 1, 3, 4
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct correct order of the above rivers from East to West follows: The Kosi River is located in the eastern part of Nepal and flows into the Ganga in Bihar. The Gandak River, also known as the Narayani River, originates in Nepal and joins the Ganga in Bihar. The Ghaghara River, also known as the Karnali River, originates in Nepal and flows through Uttar Pradesh before joining the Ganga. Finally, the Gomti River originates in Uttar Pradesh and merges with the Ganga near Varanasi. G

30. #30UPSC CDS 2017
    Which of the following lakes is/are situated in Ladakh? 1. Tso Kar 2. Pangong Tso 3. Tsomgo 4. Tso MoririSelect the correct answer using the codes given below
    • AOnly 1
    • B2 and 3
    • C1, 2 and 4
    • D2 and 4
    Answer: (C) 1, 2 and 4
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct answer. Option l is correct- Tso Kar is a lake situated in Ladakh. Option 2 is correct- Pangong Tso is a well-known lake located in Ladakh and extends into Tibet. Option 3 is incorrect- Tsomgo also known as Changu Lake, is a glacial lake located in Sikkim. Option 4 is correct- Tso Moriri is a high-aititude lake located in Ladakh

31. #31UPSC CDS 2017
    Which one of the following is the correct sequence of occurrences of rivers from Chennai to Kolkata when travelled by road (shortest distance)?
    • AKrishna, Kaveri, Godavari, Mahanadi, Subarnarekha
    • BKrishna, Periyar, Godavari, Mahanadi, Subarnarekha
    • CPenneru, Krishna, Godavari, Mahanadi, Subarnarekha
    • DPenneru, Mahanadi, Subarnarekha, Godavari, Krishna
    Answer: (C) Penneru, Krishna, Godavari, Mahanadi, Subarnarekha
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct answer. When traveling by road from Chennai to Kolkata, the of occurrences of rivers It is a river that lies between Tamil Nadu Pradesh. It is located in the southern part of The Krishna River is one of the major rivers India. It flows through the states of and Andhra Pradesh. It is encountered The Godavari River is the second longest India and flows through the states of and Andhra Pradesh. It is encountered The Mahanadi River flows through the states and Odisha. It is encountered after The Subarnarekha River is a river that the states of Jharkhand, Odisha, and West is encountered after Mahanadi and before Bay of Bengal Rinr basins along East of India

32. #32Previous year
    In which one of the following soils, the salt content is so high that common salt is obtained by evaporating the saline water in some areas? [CAPF 2021)
    • APeaty soil
    • BAlluvial soil
    • CLaterite soil
    • DArid soil
    Answer: (D) Arid soil
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct soils are characterized by their high salt is because the evaporation rate in arid regions high, which causes the salts to accumulate in the some areas, the salt content of arid soils is so high salt is obtained by evaporating the saline water Solution: Option c is the correct Sutlej is a tributary of the Indus River Kosi is a tributary of the Ganga River Teesta is a tributary of the Brahmaputra River Chambal is a tributary of the Yamuna River l )

33. #33Previous year
    Which one of the following is not a desert rived [CAPF 2021)
    • ABarak
    • BRupen
    • CBanas
    • DMachchu
    Answer: (A) Barak
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Banas, and Machchu, are all desert rivers. through arid regions and do not have a perennial Barak River, on the other band, flows through states of India and Bangladesh. It is a in the region and has a perennial flow. Important Tips The Rupen River is a desert river that flows through the Thar Desert in the northwestern part of India. It originates in the Aravalli Range and flows through the arid regions of Rajasthan. The Banas River is another desert river located in the arid regions of Rajasthan, India. It originates from the Khamnor Hills in the Aravalli Range and flows through the Thar Desert. The Machcbu River is a desert river that flows through the arid regions of Gujarat, India. It originates from the Girnar Hills in the Saurashtra Peninsula and runs through the Kathiawar region

34. #34Previous year
    Consider the following statements: 1. River Kaveri has well developed valley. 2. Valley of River Alakananda is still growing 3. River Krishna is largest east flowing peninsular river.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [CAPF 2020)
    • AOnly 1
    • B1 and 2
    • C2 and 3
    • DOnly 2 c
    Answer: (B) 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 1 is correct: It originates from Talakaveri in range of the Western Ghats and flows states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. The the Kaveri River is home to a number of important religious sites, including the temples of Srirangam 2 is correct: Alakananda River is a tributary Ganges River and originates in the Garhwal valley of the Alakananda River is still growing due ongoing erosion of the 3 is incorrect: The Godavarl River is-the flowing peninsular river in India

35. #35Previous year
    Gersoppa Falls is formed by which one of the following rivers? [CAPF 2018)
    • ALohit
    • BTungabhadra
    • CSharavati
    • DKrishna
    Answer: (C) Sharavati
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct answer. The Gersoppa Falls, also known as the Jog Falls, are of the Sharavati River in western Karnataka India. They are one of the most in India and the second-highest plunge the country after the Nohkalikai Falls in Meghalaya. Important Tips The Gersoppa Falls are located 18 miles (29 km) upstream from Honavar at the river's mouth on the Arabian Sea. The river cuts through the Western Ghats to fall in four cascades, the highest of which is about 830 feet (250 metres). The four cascades are known as the Raja, or Horseshoe; Roarer; Rocket; and Ranee ("Quee or La Dame Blanche ("The White Lad

36. #36Previous year
    Which one of the following major river basins of India is the shortest in length and smaller in terms of catchment area? [CAPF 2018)
    • ACauvery
    • BMahi
    • CPenner
    • DSabarmati
    Answer: (D) Sabarmati
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct has a length of about 370 kilometers and area of about 0.2 lakh square Cauvery has a length of about 800 kilometers and a catchment area of about 0.8 lakh square Mahi has a length of about 580 kilometers and a catchment area of about 0.3 lakh square Penner has a length of about 560 kilometers and a catchment area of about 0.6 lakh square kilometers

37. #37UPSC CAPF 2017
    Which one of the following does not pass through the Kaziranga National Park?
    • AThe Brahmaputra River
    • BThe Diphlu river
    • CNational Highway No. 37
    • DRailway Track of Indian Railway 1
    Answer: (D) Railway Track of Indian Railway 1
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct is no railway track of Indian Railway that Kaziranga National Parle The nearest to the park is Furkating Junction, which is km away from the park. The station is well connected major atations like Kolkata, and Delhi. tfational Park is a wildlife sanctuary in Assam, Ind i:; famous for it,, one-horned rhinos, tigers, ao.d other anfrnals. The park is located on the banks oi which flows through the park and provide,; water and habitat for many species. The tdhutary of the Brahmaputra River. th at forms the boundary of the park. The river also serves as a natural barrier between the park and the The river is home to rnany arnmals. as otters, dolphins, turtles, and fish. National Highway No. 37 is a major road that connects Guwahati and Dibrugarh in Assam. The highway passes through the northern edge of the park and provides access to the various tourist attractions and

38. #38UPSC CAPF 2016
    Which one of the following rivers flows between Satpura and Vindhya ranges?
    • ATapi
    • BSabarrnati
    • CNarmada
    • DMahi
    Answer: (C) Narmada
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Narmada River flows between the Satpurn. and It originates in the Amarkantak of and flows west for about 1,300 kilometers into the Gulf of Khambhat. Important Tips The Tapi River flows belween the Satpura and Sahyadri. ranges. The Sabarmati River flows through the Aravam Range. The Mahi River flows between the Arnvalli and Vindhya ranges

39. #39UPSC CAPF 2014
    Three important rivers of the Indian sub-continent have their source near the Manasarovar Lake in the Great Himalayas. Which among the following are
    • AIndus, Jhelum and Sutlej
    • BSutlej, Yamuna and Brahmaputra
    • CBrahmaputra, Indus and Sutlej
    • DSutiej, Jhelum and Yamuna
    Answer: (C) Brahmaputra, Indus and Sutlej
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct important rivers of the Indian sub-continent their source near the Manasarovar Lake in the are the Brahmaputra, the Indus, and the Brahmaputra River flows through Tibet, India, while the Indus River passes through and Pakistan. The Sutlej River, a tributary of also originates near the Manasa.rovar Lake through Tibet, India, and Pakistan. These rivers roles in the hydrology, culture, and economy regions they traverse (INDIA AND THE unit consists of questions from Natural Mineral Industry and Location Factors and Population. UPSC CSE Previous Years' Questions

40. #40Previous year
    The Ruhr basin is the famous industrial region of- [ (Pre) 2010)
    • AChina
    • BGermany
    • CJapan
    • DUnited Kingdom
    Answer: (C) Japan
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct The rift valley region: A rift valley is a linear shaped lowland between several highlands or mountain ranges produced by the action of a geologic rift. Rifts are forme as a result of the pulling apart of the lithosphere due to extensional tectonics. Region A is a rift valley between the Satpura in the south and the Vindhyan range in the north. Narmada river flows in this rift The Chhattisgarh plain: The Chhattisgarh Plain is a wide plain in central India. About 100 miles (160 km) wide, it is bounded by the Chota Nagpur plateau to the north, the Raigarh hills to the northeast, the Raipur Upland to the southeast, the Bastar plateau to the south, and the Maikala Range to the The Chhota Nagpur plateau: The Chota Nagpur Plateau is a plateau in eastern India, which covers much of Jharkhand state as well as adjacent parts of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, West Bengal and The rai

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