APPSC Group-1 2017 Geography PYQs Leave a Comment / APPSC Group-1 Questions / By vanikrishna1796@gmail.com As per the Manual for Drought Management 2016 published by the Union Ministry of Agriculture, an area which is classified as ‘chronically drought prone’ receives mean annual rainfall which is less than 450 mm 500 mm 750 mm 900 mmAccording to the Manual for Drought Management 2016, areas receiving mean annual rainfall less than 750 mm are classified as ‘chronically drought prone’.Which of the following is NOT a parameter used by the Crop Weather Watch Group constituted by Government of India to monitor the drought situation in the country? Meteorological parameters Hydrological parameters Agricultural parameters Geological parametersThe Crop Weather Watch Group uses meteorological, hydrological, and agricultural parameters to monitor drought. Geological parameters are not part of drought monitoring.What is the cause of earthquakes in the region from the Himalayas to the Arakan Yoma? Collision of Pacific Plate and Indian Plate Collision of Indian Plate and Tibetan Plate Collision of Eurasian Plate and Indian Plate Construction of dams on the Ganga and BrahmaputraEarthquakes in the Himalayan region to Arakan Yoma are caused by the collision of the Indian Plate with the Eurasian Plate, which is an ongoing tectonic process.Out of the events given below, which is the most important cause of Tsunami? Fault movement on the sea floor Underwater landslide Underwater volcanic explosions Underwater mining explosionsTsunamis are most commonly caused by fault movements (earthquakes) on the sea floor. Underwater landslides and volcanic explosions can cause tsunamis but are less common.Out of the items given below, what is Korambu? Temporary wall of brushwood grass and mud laid across channels to raise the level of water in use in Kerala A runoff farming and groundwater recharging system of Rajasthan A traditional step well of Tamil Nadu A system of channels built to intercept and collect rainwater in NagalandKorambu is a traditional water harvesting method in Kerala where temporary walls of brushwood, grass, and mud are constructed across channels to raise water levels for irrigation.Which of the following is a traditional method of conservation of tree cover across communities in India? Van Mahostav Sacred groves Growing plantations Adopt a tree per homeSacred groves are traditional community conserved areas where patches of forest are protected for religious/cultural reasons. This is an indigenous conservation method practiced across India.Out of the options below, which types of activities are taken up under the Neeru Chettu programme by Government of AP? Tree plantation in government buildings Desiltation of minor irrigation tanks and channels Development of parks and community groves Vana MahotsavNeeru Chettu programme focuses on desiltation of minor irrigation tanks and channels, water conservation, and rainwater harvesting in Andhra Pradesh.Out of the below, identify the process which is NOT part of the hydrological cycle. Evaporation Precipitation Hydration CondensationThe hydrological cycle includes evaporation, precipitation, condensation, infiltration, runoff, and transpiration. Hydration (chemical process of water combining with minerals) is not part of the hydrological cycle.Which is the largest tributary of the Godavari in terms of coverage of drainage area? Sabari Pranhita Indravati ManjiraPranhita is the largest tributary of River Godavari in terms of drainage area, followed by Indravati, Sabari, and Manjira.As per reliable estimates, which of the following locations in India has the largest shale gas reserves compared to others? Cambay Basin Krishna-Godavari Basin Cauvery Basin Ganga-Brahmaputra BasinThe Krishna-Godavari Basin has the largest estimated shale gas reserves in India, followed by Cambay Basin and Cauvery Basin.Under the Hydrocarbon Exploration Licensing Policy (HELP), the revenue to the Government of India accrues through lease rent biddable revenue sharing contract production sharing contract fixed percentage of price realizedUnder HELP (2016), government revenue comes through a biddable revenue sharing contract where companies bid the percentage of revenue they will share with the government.In which of the following places of Andhra Pradesh are Karst topography features seen? Borra/Bojjannakonda Caves Undavalli Caves Belum Caves Erravaram CavesBelum Caves in Kurnool district display Karst topography features formed by dissolution of limestone. It’s the second longest cave in India.Which of the following could be the most important factor in decline of slate industry in Markapur? Non availability of slate in the mines Non availability of labour for quarrying Government policies restricting mining Change in user preferencesThe decline of Markapur slate industry is primarily due to change in user preferences – schools shifted from slate boards to notebooks and whiteboards.In which part of Andhra Pradesh are a major portion of Uranium reserves located? Kadapa Basin Nellore Basin Krishna Basin Gooty BasinMajor uranium reserves in Andhra Pradesh are located in the Kadapa Basin, particularly in the Tummalapalle area of Kadapa district, which is one of the world’s largest uranium deposits.Till, moraine and boulder clay are depositional land forms due to surface water activity underground water activity aerial activity glacial activityTill, moraine, and boulder clay are depositional landforms created by glacial activity. Glaciers deposit these materials when they melt.Muga silk is a product of the silkworm endemic to which State of India? Karnataka Tamil Nadu Assam ManipurMuga silk is produced by the silkworm Antheraea assamensis, which is endemic to Assam. It’s known for its golden yellow color and durability.As per the Manual for Drought Management 2016 published by the Union Ministry of Agriculture, an area which is classified as ‘chronically drought prone’ receives mean annual rainfall which is less than 450 mm 500 mm 750 mm 900 mmAccording to the Manual for Drought Management 2016, areas receiving mean annual rainfall less than 750 mm are classified as ‘chronically drought prone’.Which of the following is NOT a parameter used by the Crop Weather Watch Group constituted by Government of India to monitor the drought situation in the country? Meteorological parameters Hydrological parameters Agricultural parameters Geological parametersThe Crop Weather Watch Group uses meteorological, hydrological, and agricultural parameters to monitor drought. Geological parameters are not part of drought monitoring.What is the cause of earthquakes in the region from the Himalayas to the Arakan Yoma? Collision of Pacific Plate and Indian Plate Collision of Indian Plate and Tibetan Plate Collision of Eurasian Plate and Indian Plate Construction of dams on the Ganga and BrahmaputraEarthquakes in the Himalayan region to Arakan Yoma are caused by the collision of the Indian Plate with the Eurasian Plate, which is an ongoing tectonic process.Out of the events given below, which is the most important cause of Tsunami? Fault movement on the sea floor Underwater landslide Underwater volcanic explosions Underwater mining explosionsTsunamis are most commonly caused by fault movements (earthquakes) on the sea floor. Underwater landslides and volcanic explosions can cause tsunamis but are less common.Out of the items given below, what is Korambu? Temporary wall of brushwood grass and mud laid across channels to raise the level of water in use in Kerala A runoff farming and groundwater recharging system of Rajasthan A traditional step well of Tamil Nadu A system of channels built to intercept and collect rainwater in NagalandKorambu is a traditional water harvesting method in Kerala where temporary walls of brushwood, grass, and mud are constructed across channels to raise water levels for irrigation.Which of the following is a traditional method of conservation of tree cover across communities in India? Van Mahostav Sacred groves Growing plantations Adopt a tree per homeSacred groves are traditional community conserved areas where patches of forest are protected for religious/cultural reasons. This is an indigenous conservation method practiced across India.Out of the options below, which types of activities are taken up under the Neeru Chettu programme by Government of AP? Tree plantation in government buildings Desiltation of minor irrigation tanks and channels Development of parks and community groves Vana MahotsavNeeru Chettu programme focuses on desiltation of minor irrigation tanks and channels, water conservation, and rainwater harvesting in Andhra Pradesh.Out of the below, identify the process which is NOT part of the hydrological cycle. Evaporation Precipitation Hydration CondensationThe hydrological cycle includes evaporation, precipitation, condensation, infiltration, runoff, and transpiration. Hydration (chemical process of water combining with minerals) is not part of the hydrological cycle.Which is the largest tributary of the Godavari in terms of coverage of drainage area? Sabari Pranhita Indravati ManjiraPranhita is the largest tributary of River Godavari in terms of drainage area, followed by Indravati, Sabari, and Manjira.As per reliable estimates, which of the following locations in India has the largest shale gas reserves compared to others? Cambay Basin Krishna-Godavari Basin Cauvery Basin Ganga-Brahmaputra BasinThe Krishna-Godavari Basin has the largest estimated shale gas reserves in India, followed by Cambay Basin and Cauvery Basin.Under the Hydrocarbon Exploration Licensing Policy (HELP), the revenue to the Government of India accrues through lease rent biddable revenue sharing contract production sharing contract fixed percentage of price realizedUnder HELP (2016), government revenue comes through a biddable revenue sharing contract where companies bid the percentage of revenue they will share with the government.In which of the following places of Andhra Pradesh are Karst topography features seen? Borra/Bojjannakonda Caves Undavalli Caves Belum Caves Erravaram CavesBelum Caves in Kurnool district display Karst topography features formed by dissolution of limestone. It’s the second longest cave in India.Which of the following could be the most important factor in decline of slate industry in Markapur? Non availability of slate in the mines Non availability of labour for quarrying Government policies restricting mining Change in user preferencesThe decline of Markapur slate industry is primarily due to change in user preferences – schools shifted from slate boards to notebooks and whiteboards.In which part of Andhra Pradesh are a major portion of Uranium reserves located? Kadapa Basin Nellore Basin Krishna Basin Gooty BasinMajor uranium reserves in Andhra Pradesh are located in the Kadapa Basin, particularly in the Tummalapalle area of Kadapa district, which is one of the world’s largest uranium deposits.Till, moraine and boulder clay are depositional land forms due to surface water activity underground water activity aerial activity glacial activityTill, moraine, and boulder clay are depositional landforms created by glacial activity. Glaciers deposit these materials when they melt.Muga silk is a product of the silkworm endemic to which State of India? Karnataka Tamil Nadu Assam ManipurMuga silk is produced by the silkworm Antheraea assamensis, which is endemic to Assam. It’s known for its golden yellow color and durability. Loading …
