{"id":3746,"date":"2023-05-08T12:26:06","date_gmt":"2023-05-08T12:26:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=3746"},"modified":"2024-09-11T06:37:50","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T06:37:50","slug":"upsc-mains-2022-geography-optional-previous-year-paper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-2022-geography-optional-previous-year-paper\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC MAINS 2022 &#8211; Geography Optional Previous Year Paper"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Geography Optional paper in the UPSC Mains is known for its comprehensive coverage of geographical concepts, theories, and their application to real-world scenarios. The Geography Optional Previous Year Paper for 2022 provides aspiring civil servants with valuable insights into the examination pattern, question types, and the depth of knowledge expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/geography-optional-enrichment-with-test-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9-1170x274.png 1170w, 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Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Question_Paper_Specific_Instructions\"><\/span><strong>Question Paper Specific Instructions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Please read each of the following instructions carefully before attempting questions :<\/li><li>There are EIGHT questions divided into two SECTIONS and printed both in HINDI and in ENGLISH.<\/li><li>The candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.<\/li><li>Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE from each section.<\/li><li>The number of marks carried by a question\/part is indicated against it.<\/li><li>Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided. No marks will be given for answers written in a medium other than the authorized one.<\/li><li>Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.<\/li><li>Illustrate your answers with suitable sketches, maps and diagrams. These shall be drawn in the space provided for answering the question itself.<\/li><li>Attempts of questions shall be counted in chronological order. Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly. Any page or portion of the page left blank in the answer book must be clearly struck off.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geography_Optional_Question_Paper-1_2022\"><\/span>Geography Optional Question Paper-1 (2022)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_A\"><\/span><strong>SECTION A<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1.<\/strong> <strong>Answer the following in about 150 words each: 10\u00d75=10<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/define-speleothem-discuss-the-various-forms-and-features-of-speleothems-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. (a) Define \u2018speleothem\u2019. Discuss the various forms and features of speleothems. 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Speleothems | UPSC Mains 2022 | Geography Optional | Paper 1 Analysis | Shabbir A Bashir | Edukemy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8Ew1oTtOKZk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-are-the-high-altitude-environmental-hazards-explain-with-suitable-examples-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. (b) What are the high altitude environmental hazards? Explain with suitable examples. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-a-pollution-dome-discuss-its-formation-and-impacts-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. (c) What is pollution dome? Discuss its formation and impacts. 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"What is Pollution Dome? | UPSC Mains 2022 | Geography Optional Analysis | Shabbir A Bashir | Edukemy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uFGlautZZEU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/when-corals-are-affected-by-stress-causes-them-to-turn-completely-white-explain-the-reasons-for-such-an-occurrence-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. (d) When corals are affected by stress it cause them to turn completely white. Explain the reasons of such an occurrence. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/well-developed-soils-typically-exhibit-distinct-layers-in-their-soil-profile-elaborate-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. (e) Well developed soils typically exhibit distinct layers in their soil profile. Elaborate. 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/sequential-changes-in-land-use-and-land-cover-have-brought-global-and-regional-ecological-changes-and-imbalances-elucidate-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>2<\/strong>. (a) Sequential changes in land use and land cover have brought global and regional ecological changes and imbalances. Elucidate. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/explain-how-various-aspects-of-channel-morphology-are-used-in-transportation-settlement-and-land-use-planning-flood-control-and-flood-management-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Explain how various aspects of channel morphology are used in transportation, settlement and land use planning flood control and flood management? 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-relationship-between-ocean-currents-and-global-surface-wind-systems-explain-with-examples-how-the-gyre-in-the-northern-hemisphere-differs-from-the-one-in-the-southern-hemisphere-upsc-geogr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) What is the relationship between ocean currents and global surface wind systems? Explain with examples how does the gyre in the Northern Hemisphere differ from the one in the Southern Hemisphere. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Ocean Currents &amp; Global Surface Wind System | UPSC Mains 2022 | Geography Optional | Shabbir Sir\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cXUwQTKak1E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/plants-and-animals-that-exist-in-a-particular-ecosystem-are-those-that-have-been-successful-in-adjusting-to-their-habitat-and-environmental-conditions-elucidate-with-examples-upsc-geography-optional-m\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>3.<\/strong> (a) Plants and animals that exist in a particular ecosystem are those that have been successful in adjusting to their habitat and environmental conditions. Elucidate with examples. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/with-suitable-examples-describe-the-impacts-of-the-movement-of-air-masses-on-weather-and-winds-in-different-parts-of-the-continents-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) With suitable examples describe the impacts of movement of air masses on weather and winds in different parts of the continents. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-role-of-slope-altitude-and-relief-sar-in-landscape-development-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Discuss the role of Slope, Altitude and Relief (SAR) in landscape development. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-rise-of-surface-temperature-brings-severe-consequences-elaborate-the-potential-changes-and-threats-associated-with-it-in-the-world-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>4.<\/strong> (a) Rise of surface temperature brings severe consequences. Elaborate the potential changes and threats associated with it in the world.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/describe-how-short-term-variations-in-temperature-are-related-to-the-processes-of-receiving-energy-from-the-sun-to-the-earths-surface-and-dissipating-it-to-the-atmosphere-upsc-geography-optional-mains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Describe how short term variations in temperature are related to the processes of receiving energy from the sun to the Earth\u2019s surface and dissipating it to the atmosphere. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/with-the-help-of-suitable-sketches-describe-the-mountain-genesis-and-mountain-types-give-suitable-examples-from-various-mountain-systems-of-the-world-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) With the help of suitable sketches describe the mountain genesis and mountain types. Give suitable examples from various mountain systems of the world. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_B\"><\/span><strong>SECTION B<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Answer the following in about 150 words each:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/analyze-the-effects-of-globalization-on-languages-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5. (a) Analyse the effects of Globalisation on languages. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/shifting-global-trade-patterns-create-new-opportunities-examine-this-statement-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5. (b) \u201cShifting global trade patterns create new opportunities.\u201d Examine this statement. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/examine-the-morphological-factors-that-influence-the-origin-and-growth-of-towns-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5. (c) Examine the morphological factors that influence the origin and growth of towns. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-role-of-transportation-accessibility-in-regional-development-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5. (d) Discuss the role of transportation accessibility in regional development. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/explain-the-geometrical-boundaries-with-examples-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5. (e) Explain the geometrical boundaries with examples. 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/culture-is-a-dynamic-concept-elucidate-with-examples-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>6.<\/strong> (a) \u201cCulture is a dynamic concept\u201d. Elucidate with examples. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/automation-is-rapidly-changing-the-economies-of-labor-and-will-affect-trade-patterns-in-significant-ways-clarify-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) \u201cAutomation is rapidly changing the economies of labour and will affect trade patterns in significant ways\u201d. Clarify. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/overcrowding-leads-to-the-chronic-problem-of-shortage-of-housing-in-indian-cities-explain-citing-relevant-examples-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) \u201cOver crowding leads to chronic problem of shortage of housing in Indian cities\u201d. Explain citing relevant examples. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/climate-change-is-a-serious-problem-to-global-food-security-and-poverty-eradication-critically-examine-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>7.<\/strong> (a) \u201cClimate change is a serious problem to global food security and poverty eradication\u201d. Critically examine. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/critically-examine-the-significance-of-the-quantitative-revolution-and-its-influence-on-the-development-of-geography-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Critically examine the significance of the Quantitative Revolution and its influence in the development of Geography. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/explain-in-detail-the-impact-of-regional-disparities-on-economic-development-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Explain in detail the impact of regional disparities on economic development. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/how-migration-is-affected-by-push-and-pull-factors-explain-how-these-factors-play-a-role-in-understanding-new-settlement-patterns-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>8.<\/strong> (a) How migration is affected by push and pull factors? Explain how these factors play a role in understanding new settlement patterns. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/explain-the-relevance-and-applicability-of-von-thunens-theory-of-agriculture-location-in-todays-world-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Explain the relevance and applicability of Von Thunen theory of Agriculture-location in today\u2019s world. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-concept-of-rank-size-rule-given-by-g-k-zipf-is-this-rule-relevant-in-the-indian-context-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Discuss the concept of \u2018Rank-size-Rule\u2019 given by G K Zipf. Is this rule relevant in Indian context? 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-support-program-with-test-series\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" data-id=\"47045\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bannner-1600-x-1600-2400-x-1392-px-1280-x-300-px-1024x300.png\" alt=\"PSP 2025\" class=\"wp-image-47045 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Edukemy: Shaping Geography Optional Toppers Yearly!! #geographyoptional #upsctopper2023\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mxL4toFhPM4?start=80&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geography_Optional_Question_Paper-2_2022\"><\/span>Geography Optional Question Paper-2 (2022)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_A-2\"><\/span><strong>SECTION A<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-mapping-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>1.<\/strong> (a) On the outline map of India provided to you, mark the location of all of the following. Write in your QCA Booklet the significance of these locations, whether physical \/ commercial \/ economic \/ ecological\/environmental \/ cultural, in no more than 30 words for each entry : 2&#215;10=20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(i) Tarangambadi<br>(ii) Mahe<br>(iii) Bomdila<br>(iv) Dhola Sadiya Bridge<br>(v) Talakaveri<br>(vi) Satkosia<br>(vii) Dholavira<br>(viii) Sonamarg<br>(ix) Maliku Atoll<br>(x) Gangasagar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WITH AFGHANISTAN, BANGLADESH, BHUTAN, NEPAL MYANMAR (BURMA), PAKISTAN AND SRI LANKA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"502\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/image.png\" alt=\"Geography Optional Paper 2022\" class=\"wp-image-3750 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/502;\" \/><figcaption>Geography Optional Paper 2022<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/why-has-extreme-particulate-pollution-remained-a-festering-issue-in-delhi-ncr-region-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Why has extreme particulate pollution remained a festering issue in Delhi NCR region? 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/how-do-the-physiography-and-climate-of-india-explain-the-biological-diversity-of-the-country-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/?preview_id=24832&amp;preview_nonce=77888193bd&amp;preview=true&amp;_thumbnail_id=24834\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) How do physiography and climate of India explain the biological diversity of the country? 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-process-of-desertification-leads-to-soil-desiccation-and-soil-loss-explain-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(d) The process of desertification leads to soil desiccation and soil loss. Explain. 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/critically-examine-the-factors-affecting-the-unpredictability-of-the-southwest-monsoon-system-in-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>2.<\/strong> (a) Critically examine the factors affecting the unpredictability of South-West Monsoon system in India. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-location-of-india-provides-scope-for-harnessing-non-conventional-energy-resources-discuss-with-examples-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) The location of India provides scope for harnessing non-conventional energy resources. Discuss with examples. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/groundwater-contamination-in-the-fast-expanding-urban-of-india-appears-to-have-become-a-major-public-health-issue-discuss-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Groundwater contamination in the fast expanding urban of India appears to have become a major public health issue. Discuss. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-recent-changes-brought-about-in-institutional-frameworks-of-agriculture-in-india-evaluate-its-impact-on-the-agrarian-of-the-country-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>3. <\/strong>(a) Discuss the recent changes brought about in institutional frameworks of agriculture in India. Evaluate its impact on the agrarian of the country. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-continuing-disputes-on-water-sharing-between-the-riparian-states-of-north-west-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Discuss the continuing disputes on water sharing between the riparian states of North-West India. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-soils-of-india-are-clear-reflections-of-the-structure-and-process-comment-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Soils of India, are clear reflections of the structure and process. Comment. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/india-is-bestowed-with-rich-mineral-resources-due-to-its-geological-structure-correlate-the-above-statement-with-the-large-mineral-belts-of-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>4.<\/strong> (a) India is bestowed with rich mineral resources due to its geological structure. Correlate the above statement with large mineral belts of India. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-importance-of-dry-land-farming-in-the-drought-prone-regions-of-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Discuss the importance of \u2018Dry-land\u2019 farming in the drought-prone regions of India. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/incidence-of-extreme-rainfall-events-and-flash-floods-in-recent-times-have-led-to-devastating-consequences-for-people-living-in-low-lying-areas-and-flood-plains-of-the-country-discuss-upsc-geography-o\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Incidence of extreme rainfall events and flash floods in recent times have led to devastating consequences for people living in low-lying areas and flood plains of the country. Discuss. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/geography-optional-enrichment-with-test-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-9-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SECTION_B-2\"><\/span><strong>SECTION B<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5.<\/strong> Answer the following questions in about 150 words each : 10\u00d75=50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-impact-of-the-forest-rights-act-on-the-local-forest-communities-in-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5(a) Discuss the impact of Forest Rights Act, on the local forest communities in India. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/can-the-panchayat-raj-institutions-play-a-role-in-grassroots-level-planning-in-india-if-yes-discuss-how-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5(b) Can the Panchayat Raj institutions play a role in grassroot level planning in India ? If yes, discuss how. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-significance-of-new-ports-on-the-western-coast-of-india-on-the-external-trade-of-the-country-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5(c) Discuss the significance of new ports on the Western Coast of India on the external trade of the country. 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/how-would-decline-in-total-fertility-rate-tfr-below-the-replacement-level-in-many-states-of-india-affect-the-future-population-structure-of-the-country-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5(d) How would decline in Total Fertility Rate (TFR) below the replacement level, in many states Of India affect the future population structure of the country? 10<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-kalapani-dispute-has-opened-a-new-front-on-the-india-nepal-international-border-explain-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5(e) Kalapani dispute has opened a new front on the India-Nepal international border. Explain. 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/why-do-disparities-in-development-and-incomes-between-regions-persist-in-large-countries-like-india-how-did-the-recent-adp-plan-address-the-issue-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>6.<\/strong> (a) Why do disparities in development and incomes between regions persist in large countries like India? How the recent ADP plan address the issue ? 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/critically-examine-the-role-of-the-irnss-navic-program-on-the-satellite-navigation-system-of-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Critically examine the role of IRNSS-NavIC programme on the satellite navigation system of India. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/examine-the-role-of-high-population-concentration-in-indian-slums-in-making-them-more-vulnerable-during-pandemic-conditions-like-covid-19-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Examine the role Of high population concentration in Indian slums in making them more vulnerable during pandemic conditions like the COVID-19. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-salient-characteristics-of-industrial-complexes-of-western-india-examine-the-impact-of-sez-policy-on-the-region-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>7. <\/strong>(a) Discuss the salient characteristics of industrial complexes of Western India. Examine the impact of SEZ policy on the region. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-emergence-of-linguistic-regions-and-states-in-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Discuss the emergence of linguistic regions and states in India. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-are-the-drivers-of-urban-sprawl-around-the-major-cities-of-the-country-how-have-new-investments-in-transport-projects-supported-sprawl-development-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) What are the drivers of urban sprawl around the major cities of the country? How have new investments in transport projects supported sprawl development? 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/how-do-agro-climatic-and-land-capability-indicators-assist-in-the-macro-agricultural-regionalization-of-india-illustrate-with-an-appropriate-map-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>8.<\/strong> (a) How do agro-climatic and land capability indicators assist in macro-agricultural regionalisation of India? Illustrate with an appropriate map. 20<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-the-geopolitical-significance-of-quad-in-the-indo-pacific-realm-concerning-marine-trade-in-the-region-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(b) Discuss the geopolitical significance of Quad in the Indo-Pacific realm with reference to marine trade in the region. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/evaluate-the-role-of-the-national-security-act-2013-in-providing-access-to-the-in-india-upsc-geography-optional-mains-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(c) Evaluate the role of the National Food Security Act, 2003 in providing access of food to the poor in India. 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_Where_can_I_find_the_UPSC_MAINS_2022_Geography_Optional_Previous_Year_Paper\"><\/span><strong>Q1: Where can I find the UPSC MAINS 2022 Geography Optional Previous Year Paper?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A1: UPSC MAINS previous year question papers are typically available on the official UPSC website. Additionally, you can check online education platforms, libraries, or coaching institutes that may provide access to or discuss these papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_What_are_the_key_topics_covered_in_the_Geography_Optional_Paper_of_UPSC_MAINS_2022\"><\/span><strong>Q2: What are the key topics covered in the Geography Optional Paper of UPSC MAINS 2022?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A2: The Geography Optional Paper of UPSC MAINS 2022 is likely to cover a broad range of topics, including physical geography, human geography, regional geography, and geographical thought. Specific topics may include geomorphology, climatology, agriculture, population geography, urbanization, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_How_should_I_approach_the_Geography_Optional_Paper_for_UPSC_MAINS_2022\"><\/span><strong>Q3: How should I approach the Geography Optional Paper for UPSC MAINS 2022?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A3: The approach to the Geography Optional Paper should include a comprehensive understanding of the syllabus, regular revision, and practice with previous year papers. Focus on conceptual clarity and the ability to apply geographical theories to real-world scenarios. Additionally, time management during the exam is crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Are_there_any_changes_in_the_pattern_or_structure_of_the_Geography_Optional_Paper_in_UPSC_MAINS_2022_compared_to_previous_years\"><\/span><strong>Q4: Are there any changes in the pattern or structure of the Geography Optional Paper in UPSC MAINS 2022 compared to previous years?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A4: To get accurate information about any changes in the pattern or structure of the Geography Optional Paper for UPSC MAINS 2022, it is recommended to refer to the official UPSC notification or contact the UPSC exam authorities directly. They typically provide updates on any modifications in the exam format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Can_solving_UPSC_MAINS_2022_Geography_Optional_Previous_Year_Papers_help_in_exam_preparation\"><\/span><strong>Q5: Can solving UPSC MAINS 2022 Geography Optional Previous Year Papers help in exam preparation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A5: Yes, solving previous year papers is an effective strategy for UPSC MAINS preparation. It helps in understanding the exam pattern, the type of questions asked, and the time management required. 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