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Academic Year: 2022-2023
Date & Time: 13th March 2023, 11:00 am
Duration: 2h
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- This time is to be spent reading the question paper.
- The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.
- Part I is compulsory. All questions from Part I are to be attempted.
- A total of five questions are to be attempted from part II.
- The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets []
- To be supplied with this paper: Survey of India Map Sheet No. G4357.
- In all map work, make wise use of arrows to avoid overcrowding of the map.
- The extract of Survey of India Map Sheet No. G4357 must not be taken out of the examination hall. It must be handed over to the Supervising Examiner on completion of the paper.
- The map given at the end of this question paper must be detached, and after marking, must be fastened to your answer booklet.
- All subsections of the questions attempted must be answered in the correct serial order.
- All work, including rough work, should be done on the same answer sheet, which is used to answer the rest of the paper.
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
Give the four-figure grid reference for Δ224.
Chapter: [0.01] Interpretation of Topographical Maps
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
What is the contour interval used in the given map extract?
Chapter: [0.02] Contours
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
Mention two man made features seen in grid square 2706.
Chapter: [0.04] Map Reading and Interpretation
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
Mention two natural features seen in grid square 2905.
Chapter: [0.04] Map Reading and Interpretation
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
What do you understand by 1:50,000 printed below the map extract?
Chapter: [0.03] Scales and Direction
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
What is the pattern of drainage seen in the grid square 2505?
Chapter: [0.02] Contours
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
What do you understand by .10r in 2709?
Chapter: [0.02] Contours
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
What is the compass direction of Mahudi Nani (2604) from Panswala (2909)?
Chapter: [0.05] Map of India
Study the extract of the Survey of India Map sheet No. G43S7 and answer the following question:
Calculate the area in kilometre square of the region enclosed between Easting 26 to 29 and Northing 05 to 11.
Chapter: [0.04] Map Reading and Interpretation
On the outline map of India provided:
- Mark and label the Satpura.
- Shade and label the Gulf of Kutch.
- Mark and label the River Chambal.
- Mark and label Delhi.
- Mark and label 80°30' E longitude.
- Mark and label Jharia Coalfield.
- Mark with arrows and name the Southwest Monsoon winds.
- Mark and label the Karakoram Pass.
- Shade and label a sparsely populated region in Western India.
- Shade an area having Alluvial soil.
Chapter: [0.05] Map of India
Which of the following area receives rain from the North East Monsoon?
Konkan coast
Ganga basin
Coromandel coast
Malabar coast
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Which is the most widespread soil of India?
Red soil
Alluvial soil
Laterite soil
Black soil
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Which type of forest is found mostly in the coastal areas of India?
Tropical Evergreen Forest
Tropical Desert Forest
Littoral Forest
Tropical Deciduous Forest
Chapter: [0.09] Natural Vegetation
Which of the following is a ground water source?
Pond
Lake
Spring
River
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Copper is alloyed with Zinc to form:
Stainless steel
Brass
Bronze
Aluminium
Chapter:
Hirakud dam is based on which of the following rivers?
River Godavari
River Mahanadi
River Krishna
River Narmada
Chapter: [0.12] Conventional Sources of Energy
Which of the following is NOT a problem of Indian agriculture?
Dependence on monsoon
Small land holdings
Two main cropping seasons
Use of traditional methods of farming
Chapter: [0.14] Agriculture - I
Which of the following is a basic/key industry?
Iron and Steel Industry
Silk Industry
Electronic Industry
Cotton textile Industry
Chapter: [0.19] Mineral Based Industry
Which of the following is a staple food grain of Indians?
Wheat
Rice
Gram
Arhar
Chapter: [0.15] Agriculture - II: Food Crops
Which of the following method of waste disposal is harmful?
Composting
Composting
Dumping
Vermicomposting
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
Name the seasons of India and mention the duration of each season.
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Why maximum rainfall in India occurs after the summer season?
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Give a geographical reason for the following:
The Malabar coast receives heavy rainfall in the month of July but the Coromandel coast during this time remains comparatively dry.
Chapter: [0.05] Map of India
Give a geographical reason for the following:
Punjab receives rainfall in winter season.
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Give a geographical reason for the following:
Mumbai is warmer than Delhi in the month of December.
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Study the climate data of Station X and answer the questions that follow:
| Month | Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | June | July | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. |
| Temperature °C | 21.0 | 21.9 | 24.3 | 27.2 | 28.0 | 26.4 | 26.1 | 25.4 | 26.0 | 26.0 | 23.8 | 21.2 |
| Rainfall in cm | 5.1 | 2.8 | 1.2 | 1.7 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 8.4 | 11.4 | 11.9 | 31.6 | 34.5 | 14.8 |
- Calculate the annual range of temperature of Station X.
- Name the wind that brings most of the rainfall to this station.
- On which coast of India is Station X located?
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Mention any two causes of soil erosion in India.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Name two soil conservation methods that may be practised in arid (dry).
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Mention two characteristics of black soil.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
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Name the soil:
That is found on the summits of Eastern and Western Ghats.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Name the soil:
That is suitable for dry farming.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Name the soil:
That varies in texture.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Give a geographical reason for the following:
Terrace farming is an ideal soil conservation method for hilly areas.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Give a geographical reason for the following:
Khadar soils are preferred over Bhangar soils.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
Give a geographical reason for the following:
Foothills of Himalayas have been affected by soil erosion.
Chapter: [0.08] Soil Resources
State two ways in which forests help in protecting the environment.
Chapter: [0.09] Natural Vegetation
Mention two ways in which Tropical Desert vegetation has adapted to its environment.
Chapter: [0.09] Natural Vegetation
In which natural vegetation belt is Sundari tree found?
Chapter: [0.09] Natural Vegetation
Why is the Tropical Deciduous Forest commercially the most exploited forest belt of India? (Two points)
Chapter: [0.09] Natural Vegetation
Name one region in India where tropical evergreen forest is found.
Chapter: [0.09] Natural Vegetation
Mention the temperature and rainfall conditions found suitable for its growth.
Chapter: [0.07] Climate
Give a reason for the following:
Agriculture sector in India needs the support of irrigation.
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Give a reason for the following:
Well irrigation is a popular means of irrigation in Northern India.
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Distinguish between Inundation canals and Perennial canals or Why are Perennial canals more important than inundation canals?
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Where in India is Tank irrigation most widely used?
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Give one factor that has led to its popularity in the region mentioned by you.
Chapter: [0.06] Location, Extent and Physical Features
Mention one advantage of using tank as a means of irrigation.
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
What is Rainwater Harvesting?
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Give two ways in which Rainwater Harvesting is important for India.
Chapter: [0.1] Water Resources
Name the state of India that leads in the production of Manganese.
Chapter:
What is the importance of Manganese for the Iron and Steel industry?
Chapter: [0.19] Mineral Based Industry
Why is conventional source of energy not considered an eco-friendly source of energy?
Chapter:
How is Bhakra Nangal dam beneficial for Punjab?
Chapter: [0.12] Conventional Sources of Energy
Name two states where coal is mined in abundance.
Chapter:
Name the following:
A mineral used to generate nuclear energy.
Chapter:
Name the following:
The non-conventional energy source that has the most widespread potential usage in India.
Chapter:
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Name the following:
Off-shore oil field.
Chapter: [0.05] Map of India
Differentiate between Intensive farming and Extensive farming.
Chapter: [0.14] Agriculture - I
Mention two problems faced by the Indian farmers.
Chapter: [0.14] Agriculture - I
Give one advantage of transplantation method of sowing rice.
Chapter: [0.14] Agriculture - I
What is GINNING?
Chapter: [0.15] Agriculture - II: Food Crops
Name the important pulses grown in India.
Chapter: [0.15] Agriculture - II: Food Crops
Explain briefly what is meant by the term ‘Retting’?
Chapter: [0.15] Agriculture - II: Food Crops
What kind of soil is required for the cultivation of tea?
Chapter: [0.15] Agriculture - II: Food Crops
Why is PRUNING essential for tea crop?
Chapter: [0.15] Agriculture - II: Food Crops
How are the industries important for India? (Two points)
Chapter:
State the difference between Agro based industry and Forest based industry. Give one example for each type of industry.
Chapter:
What has made Mumbai an important centre for cotton textile production? (Write any two points)
Chapter:
Why are the petrochemical product in great demand?
Chapter:
Mention two problems faced by the Sugar industry of India.
Chapter:
Where is TATA STEEL located?
Chapter: [0.19] Mineral Based Industry
Why is the Silk industry losing the market in recent times?
Chapter:
Why is it important to have a well developed means of transport in India?
Chapter: [0.2] Transport
"Though an expensive mode of transport, Airways is gaining popularity in India.” Explain giving two reasons.
Chapter: [0.2] Transport
Why are South Indian rivers not ideal for inland water transport?
Chapter: [0.2] Transport
Mention two advantages of waterways.
Chapter: [0.2] Transport
Roadways are always considered more important than any other means of transportation. Give two reasons in support of the statement.
Chapter: [0.2] Transport
Mention two advantages of using railways as means of transport.
Chapter: [0.2] Transport
Why should Waste Management be practiced in every school?
Chapter: [0.21] Waste Management - I: Impact of Waste Accumulation
Mention one advantage and disadvantage of dumping of waste.
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
Mention one disadvantage of dumping of waste.
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
How is segregation of the waste helpful?
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
Mention one way in which we can reuse waste.
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
Mention one benefit of Composting.
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
How is recycling of waste helpful? Give an example of recycling of waste.
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
Mention any one initiative taken by the Government to manage waste.
Chapter: [0.22] Waste Management - II: Safe Disposal of Waste
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