APPSC Group-1 2023 Geography PYQs

The correct answer is (3) Khondalite Series. The Vindhyan system includes Bhander Series, Bijawar Series, and Kaimur Series. The Khondalite Series is a metamorphic rock formation found in the Eastern Ghats (Andhra Pradesh and Odisha) and is NOT part of the Vindhyan system.

The correct answer is (2) Karnataka. Karnataka shares borders with maximum number of states among the southern states — it borders Maharashtra, Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana (6 states). Andhra Pradesh shares with Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu (5 states).

The correct answer is (2) 10 PM. The total difference in longitude between 60°W and 90°E is 150°. At 4 minutes per degree, the time difference = 150 × 4 = 600 minutes = 10 hours. Since Place-B is east of Place-A, its time is ahead: 10 AM + 10 hours = 8 PM. Wait — let me recalculate: 60°W to 0° = 60°, 0° to 90°E = 90°. Total = 150°. 150 × 4 min = 600 min = 10 hrs ahead. 10 AM + 10 hrs = 8 PM.

The correct answer is (4) I, II and III. India covers 3.28 million sq km (2.4% of world area) ✓. Mainland extends from 8°4’N to 37°6’N latitude and 68°7’E to 97°25’E longitude ✓. After J&K reorganization in 2019, India has 28 States and 8 Union Territories ✓.

The correct answer is (2) Mica. Phlogopite is a magnesium-rich mica mineral, and Pegmatite is a coarse-grained igneous rock that is one of the main sources of mica. Both are closely related to mica deposits.

The correct answer is (1) Mundra Thermal Power Station, Gujarat. The Mundra Ultra Mega Power Plant operated by Adani Power in Gujarat has an installed capacity of 4,620 MW. The Vindhyachal Super Thermal Power Station in MP also has a large capacity. Please verify with official key — answer likely (1) Mundra.

The correct answer is (1) Tropical Moist Forests. Tropical moist forests (tropical rainforests) have the greatest biodiversity of any terrestrial ecosystem. They cover only 6% of Earth’s surface but contain over 50% of the world’s plant and animal species.

The correct answer is (2) High Latitudes. Seasonal differences in temperature and daylight are most extreme at high latitudes (closer to the poles). This is because the Earth’s axial tilt causes dramatic variation in the angle of sunlight and length of day/night across seasons.

The correct answer is (1) Srikakulam. Naupada Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Area (Integrated Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Area) is located in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. It is known for its unique mangrove ecosystems and coastal biodiversity.

The correct answer is (1) Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, CO₂. The atmosphere by volume: Nitrogen (~78%), Oxygen (~21%), Argon (~0.93%), Carbon dioxide (~0.04%). This is the correct descending order.

The correct answer is (2) 2008–2021. Actually the world reached 5 billion in 1987 and 6 billion in 1999 — that’s 12 years from 1987 to 1999. So the correct answer is (3) 1987–1999.

The correct answer is (3) 35. According to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Orders (Amendment) Act, 1976, there are 35 Scheduled Tribes notified in the State of Andhra Pradesh (undivided). After bifurcation, the number for present AP is different.

The correct answer is (2) 50.91%. As of March 2019, approximately 50.91% of the total broad gauge route length of Indian Railways had been electrified. This was as part of the mission to electrify 100% of the rail network.

The correct answer is (1) Steppe. The Steppe grasslands of Central Asia serve as the transitional zone separating the cold/humid regions of Siberia (Cold Asia) from the arid/desert regions of Central and West Asia (Dry Asia).

The correct answer is (1) Reserved Forest > Protected Forest > Village Forest. The Indian Forest Act 1927 classifies forests in decreasing order of protection: Reserved Forests have highest protection (no rights unless explicitly permitted); Protected Forests have intermediate protection; Village Forests have least protection.

The correct answer is (4) Slender Loris. The Slender Loris is NOT found in Srivenkateshwara National Park (Tirumala-Tirupati area). The park is known for Red Sanders (endemic), Cycas beddomei (endemic cycad), and Jerdon’s Courser. Wood Stork is also found there.

The correct answer is (1) Mumbai High – Kayoli. The first crude oil pipeline in India was built from Mumbai High (offshore oil field) to Kayoli (Vadodara refinery) in Gujarat. It was constructed in the 1970s after the discovery of Mumbai High oil field.

The correct answer is (1) Barytes. Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of barytes (barium sulfate) in India and is effectively the sole major producer. Cuddapah district in AP is famous for its barytes deposits.

The correct answer is (4) Sengupta and Sdasyuk. The first attempt to demarcate Indian agriculture into 4 macro regions was made jointly by Sengupta and Sdasyuk. Later, Jasbir Singh and others further refined agricultural regionalization of India.

The correct answer is (1) I and III. India became the 2nd largest steel producer (I ✓) surpassing Japan. Steel production in 2020 was affected by COVID but India still maintained its ranking. Statement II’s figures may not be precise and IV is incorrect — India is 2nd not 1st.