Which of the statements given above are correct?
Anonymous Poll
58%
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
10%
b) 1 and 2 only
14%
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
19%
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
MAP MCQ FRIDAY
Consider the following statements regarding Botswana:
1 Botswana is a landlocked country in southern Africa, sharing borders with South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.
2 A large part of Botswana lies within the Kalahari Desert, giving it an arid to semi-arid climate.
3 The Okavango Delta is a coastal delta that ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean.
4 The Karowe Diamond Mine is globally known for producing some of the largest gem-quality diamonds discovered in recent decades.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Anonymous Poll
48%
a) 1, 2 and 4 only
11%
b) 1 and 3 only
21%
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
20%
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
WEEKLY SATURDAY REVISION – Where maps become memory
Quick recall drill from this week’s maps.
Pause. Recall the week. Visualise the maps.
No options. No guessing. Think before scrolling.
📌 6+ correct — you’re thinking like UPSC.
Solutions at 11 AM.
Quick recall drill from this week’s maps.
1️⃣ Which strait connects the Sea of Azov to the Black Sea?
2️⃣ Which two major rivers drain into the Sea of Azov?
3️⃣ The shortest land route from India to the Black Sea coast passes through which three countries (excluding India)?
4️⃣ Name the correct sequence of water bodies that connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
5️⃣ Which strait separates Alaska (USA) from Russia?
6️⃣ Alaska is separated from mainland USA by which country?
7️⃣ Botswana is landlocked but geographically dominated by which major desert?
8️⃣ Botswana is home to the famous Karowe Mine, known globally for which mineral resource?
Pause. Recall the week. Visualise the maps.
No options. No guessing. Think before scrolling.
📌 6+ correct — you’re thinking like UPSC.
Solutions at 11 AM.
MAP INTELLIGENCE TUESDAY
Q. Identify the countries marked 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 on the given map of Mainland Southeast Asia.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
Anonymous Poll
73%
a) 1-Myanmar, 2-Vietnam, 3-Laos, 4-Thailand, 5-Cambodia
12%
b) 1-Thailand, 2-Vietnam, 3-Cambodia, 4-Myanmar, 5-Laos
13%
c) 1-Myanmar, 2-Laos, 3-Thailand, 4-Cambodia, 5-Vietnam
2%
d) 1-Malaysia, 2-Vietnam, 3-Thailand, 4-Laos, 5-Cambodia
MAP MCQ WEDNESDAY
Consider the following statements regarding the Philadelphi Corridor:
1 The Philadelphi Corridor is a narrow buffer zone located along the border between the Gaza Strip and Egypt.
2 The corridor derives its strategic relevance from security arrangements under the Israel–Egypt peace framework.
3 It lies between the Gaza Strip and Israel and forms part of the Green Line
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Anonymous Poll
49%
a) 1 and 2 only
12%
b) 2 and 3 only
12%
c) 1 and 3 only
27%
d) 1, 2 and 3