Static Quiz 11 July 2025 (Geography)
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Static Quiz 11 July 2025 (Geography) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Karst Topography’:
1. It is formed due to the chemical weathering of limestone.
2. Features like stalactites and sinkholes are associated with it.
3. It is commonly found in arid desert landscapes.
How many of the above are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. Karst is formed due to solution action on limestone. ✓
• Statement 2: Correct. Stalactites, stalagmites, sinkholes, dolines are classic Karst features. ✓
• Statement 3: Incorrect. Karst forms in humid, not arid climates — ✗
→ Only 1 and 2 are correct.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. Karst is formed due to solution action on limestone. ✓
• Statement 2: Correct. Stalactites, stalagmites, sinkholes, dolines are classic Karst features. ✓
• Statement 3: Incorrect. Karst forms in humid, not arid climates — ✗
→ Only 1 and 2 are correct. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following rivers flow through a rift valley?
1. Narmada
2. Tapi
3. Chambal
4. Mahi
Select the correct answer:CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Narmada and Tapi both flow through rift valleys between Vindhya and Satpura — ✓✓
• Chambal and Mahi do not flow through rift valleys — ✗✗
→ Only two rivers (Narmada and Tapi).IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Narmada and Tapi both flow through rift valleys between Vindhya and Satpura — ✓✓
• Chambal and Mahi do not flow through rift valleys — ✗✗
→ Only two rivers (Narmada and Tapi). - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following pairs of Indian Biosphere Reserves and their core zones are correctly matched?
1. Nilgiri BR – Silent Valley National Park
2. Nanda Devi BR – Valley of Flowers National Park
3. Sunderban BR – Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary
How many pairs are correctly matched?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Nilgiri BR – Silent Valley NP: Correct ✓
• Nanda Devi BR – Valley of Flowers NP: Correct ✓
• Sunderban BR – Bhitarkanika WLS: Incorrect (Bhitarkanika is in Odisha, not part of Sunderban BR) ✗
→ Only 1 and 2 are correct.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Nilgiri BR – Silent Valley NP: Correct ✓
• Nanda Devi BR – Valley of Flowers NP: Correct ✓
• Sunderban BR – Bhitarkanika WLS: Incorrect (Bhitarkanika is in Odisha, not part of Sunderban BR) ✗
→ Only 1 and 2 are correct. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which one of the following regions in India is known for “regur soil”?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Regur soil refers to black cotton soil, formed from volcanic rocks.
• Found in the Deccan Trap region, including the Malwa Plateau, Maharashtra, and parts of Gujarat.
• Other regions have alluvial (Indo-Gangetic), red/latosols (Chhota Nagpur), or desert soils (Rajasthan).IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Regur soil refers to black cotton soil, formed from volcanic rocks.
• Found in the Deccan Trap region, including the Malwa Plateau, Maharashtra, and parts of Gujarat.
• Other regions have alluvial (Indo-Gangetic), red/latosols (Chhota Nagpur), or desert soils (Rajasthan). - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following features:
• Presence of inselbergs and bornhardts
• Flat-topped hills called mesas
• Extremely low rainfall and high diurnal range
• Dominated by mechanical weathering
Which type of landform or region do these features indicate?CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
These are all typical of arid desert landscapes, especially:
• Inselbergs (isolated hills), bornhardts (domed rock outcrops)
• Mesas and buttes formed by erosion
• Harsh climate and physical weathering dominate.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
These are all typical of arid desert landscapes, especially:
• Inselbergs (isolated hills), bornhardts (domed rock outcrops)
• Mesas and buttes formed by erosion
• Harsh climate and physical weathering dominate.
