2021 / Geography Optional Paper 1

Mains PYQ - Geography Optional Paper 1

Section A
Ques 1

Describe the concept of Altiplanation.

Ques 2

What are the important factors responsible for Airmass modifications?

Ques 3

Discuss the hazards associated with the rising of sea surface temperature.

Ques 4

Gene pool centres are Good Hope for biodiversity conservation. Elucidate.

Ques 5

Describe How ecosystem services of Himalaya are essential for Highland-Lowland sustainability in Asia.

Ques 6

The concept of Plate Techtonics has been derived from the Isostasy and Continental Drift Theory. Elaborate citing suitable examples.

Ques 7

Give a detailed account of the bottom topography of the Pacific Ocean.

Ques 8

Soil erosion and Soil degradation are threats to the food supply. Discuss.

Ques 9

Examine major influencing factors for varied patterns of precipitations on the continents.

Ques 10

Maritime security is being neglected. Indicate the major challenges and suggest solutions in the context of the Law of Sea.

Ques 11

Explaining the concept of carbon neutrality, describe the measures taken by carbon positive and negative nations.

Ques 12

With suitable examples, elaborate human ecological adaptations. Explain its impacts on ecology and the environment in various parts of the world.

Ques 13

Stream basins and drainage divides are important components to delineate a watershed area. Explain.

Ques 14

Indicating the causes of lightning, describe the threats associated with it.

Section B
Ques 1

The interrelationships between the social and spatial structure are complex. Explain in the context of socio-spatial dialectic.

Ques 2

How is energy transition seen as an instrument for achieving zero carbon by 2050?

Ques 3

Protected cultivation assists in healthier and larger produce. Justify with examples.

Ques 4

Explain the processes of contagion and hierarchical diffusion in addressing regional imbalances.

Ques 5

Examine the relevance of the Central Place Theory of Christaller in the present context.

Ques 6

Development-induced displacement poses serious challenges. Mention its causes, consequences, and solutions.

Ques 7

Describe the role of accessibility and affordability in the food security of the developing world.

Ques 8

The environmental issues are not adequately addressed in the regional planning. Comment.

Ques 9

Suggest criteria, indicators, and techniques for delimitation of formal regions.

Ques 10

Boundaries are important in geopolitics. Explain. What issues develop from the inclusionary and exclusionary aspects of borders.

Ques 11

Small number of mega-cities are playing a key role in organization of global economics and culture. Explain.

Ques 12

Why is radicalism seen as major a paradigm shift in geography? Explain its causes, approaches, and criticism.

Ques 13

Aging population has adverse social and economic consequences. Explain with examples.

Ques 14

Present a critical account of Alfred Weber Theory of Industrial location.