Q.1.Why are dewdrops not formed on a cloudy night ?
A. Clouds absorb the radiation released from the Earth’s surface.
B. Clouds reflect back the Earth’s radiation.
C. The Earth’s surface would have low temperature on cloudy nights.
D. Clouds deflect the blowing wind to ground level.
A. Clouds absorb the radiation released from the Earth’s surface.
B. Clouds reflect back the Earth’s radiation.
C. The Earth’s surface would have low temperature on cloudy nights.
D. Clouds deflect the blowing wind to ground level.
Q.2.With reference to humidity in the atmosphere, consider the following statements :
1. Absolute humidity refers to the weight of water vapour per unit volume of air and is expressed in grams per cubic metre.
2. The ability of air to hold water vapour is independent of its temperature.
3. Relative humidity is the percentage of moisture present in the air compared to its maximum capacity at a given temperature.
4. Relative humidity is generally greater over land than over oceans.
1. Absolute humidity refers to the weight of water vapour per unit volume of air and is expressed in grams per cubic metre.
2. The ability of air to hold water vapour is independent of its temperature.
3. Relative humidity is the percentage of moisture present in the air compared to its maximum capacity at a given temperature.
4. Relative humidity is generally greater over land than over oceans.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
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A. 1 and 3 only
17%
B. 2 and 4 only
27%
C. 1, 2 and 3 only
22%
D. 1, 3 and 4 only
Q.3.Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The soil in tropical rainforests is rich in nutrients.
Statement-II: The high temperature and moisture of tropical rain forests cause dead organic matter in the soil to decompose quickly.
Statement-I: The soil in tropical rainforests is rich in nutrients.
Statement-II: The high temperature and moisture of tropical rain forests cause dead organic matter in the soil to decompose quickly.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
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40%
A.) Both Statement -1 and Stat-II are correct and Stat -II is the correct explanation for Stat -1
18%
B.) Both Statement-1 and Stat -II are correct and Stat -II is not the correct explanation for Stat-1
9%
C.) Statement-l is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
32%
D.) Statement-l is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
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Q.1.Identify the climate type with the following characteristics :
1. It is located poleward of the Mediterranean climate on the western coasts of continents.
2. Mean summer temperatures range between 15°C to 20°C and winter temperatures between 4°C to 10°C.
3. Due to marine influence, the temperature is moderate and in winter, it is warmer than
for its latitude.
4. Precipitation is evenly distributed
throughout the year, varying between 50 cm and 250 cm annually.
1. It is located poleward of the Mediterranean climate on the western coasts of continents.
2. Mean summer temperatures range between 15°C to 20°C and winter temperatures between 4°C to 10°C.
3. Due to marine influence, the temperature is moderate and in winter, it is warmer than
for its latitude.
4. Precipitation is evenly distributed
throughout the year, varying between 50 cm and 250 cm annually.
Which of the following best fits the above description ?
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A. Marine West Coast Climate (Cfb)
33%
B. Mediterranean Climate (Cs)
22%
C. Humid Subtropical Climate (Cfa)
5%
D. Cold Desert Climate (BWk)
Q.2. Which of the following types of vegetation are associated with Mediterranean climatic regions ?
1. Maquis
2. Selvas
3. Chaparral
1. Maquis
2. Selvas
3. Chaparral
Choose the correct options :
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16%
A. Only 1 and 2
31%
B. Only 2 and 3
31%
C. Only 1 and 3
23%
D. 1, 2 and 3
Q.3.Consider the following statements :
Statement-I : Continental shelves worldwide offer favourable conditions conducive to thriving fish populations.
Statement-II : The shallow zone facilitates sunlight penetration, fostering plankton growth, thereby attracting fish as phytoplankton are considered one of the good sources of food for fishes.
Statement-I : Continental shelves worldwide offer favourable conditions conducive to thriving fish populations.
Statement-II : The shallow zone facilitates sunlight penetration, fostering plankton growth, thereby attracting fish as phytoplankton are considered one of the good sources of food for fishes.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
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62%
A. Both Statement-1 and Stat -II are correct and Stat-II is the correct explanation for Stat-1
23%
B. Both Statement-I and Stat -II are correct and Stat -II is not the correct explanation for Stat -I
7%
C. Statement-l is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
8%
D. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
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So, this is one of the most doable Sociology optional papers in a long time
Almost everything is from the notes
In fact, UPSC has been kind enough to respect the the most probable topics (which even we shared with students)
While nobody can ever predict how marking will be done
But one thing is certain that grip over static parts will get you closer to a rank 🙏
Almost everything is from the notes
In fact, UPSC has been kind enough to respect the the most probable topics (which even we shared with students)
While nobody can ever predict how marking will be done
But one thing is certain that grip over static parts will get you closer to a rank 🙏
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