2016 / Geography Optional Paper 1

Mains PYQ - Geography Optional Paper 1

Section A
Ques 1

Describe the “Basket of eggs topography”.

Ques 2

Differentiate between insolation and temperature and explain anomalous temperature.

Ques 3

Discuss Maritimes Zones.

Ques 4

Bring out the ecological significance of Tropical Rainforest Biome.

Ques 5

Explain the hydro-meteorological hazards in the Himalayas.

Ques 6

“In explaining the concept of ‘Pediplanation’, King combined the ideas of Davis, Penck and Wood with his own.” Elaborate.

Ques 7

Compare the origin and weather conditions associated with the tropical and temperate cyclones.

Ques 8

Give a reasoned account on how the impact of Global Warming differs from one part of the Earth to the other.

Ques 9

Discuss the significance of World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) and its core projects in the understanding of climatic change.

Ques 10

“The relationship between the winds and the currents is best seen in the Indian Ocean.” Justify.

Ques 11

Write a critical note on the tendency of “use and throw” in the context of economic status and environment.

Ques 12

Bring out the various ecological problems associated with the exploitation and use of oceans and their resources.

Ques 13

“Geological structure has a dominant control on landforms and is reflected on them.” Discuss.

Ques 14

Describe Newbigin’s scheme of Floristic regions of the world and explain the Mediterranean Floristic region.

Section B
Ques 1

“Areal differentiation forms the core theme in Geography.” Explain.

Ques 2

Explain ‘Isodapane’.

Ques 3

Discuss the major characteristics of ‘CBD’.

Ques 4

Elaborate the idea of ‘Compage’.

Ques 5

Discuss the application of Gravity model in Geographical studies.

Ques 6

Trace the origin and progress of Quantitative Revolution in Geography and bring out its merits and demerits.

Ques 7

Discuss the role of site in determining the types and patterns of rural settlements.

Ques 8

What is a ‘region’? Describe ‘Thiessen’ polygon method of regional delimitation.

Ques 9

Describe the regional pattern of life Life Expectancy in the world and bring out the challenges faced by developing countries due to increasing life expectancy.

Ques 10

Discuss the relevance of ‘Stop and Go Determinism’ in the present day context.

Ques 11

Define and differrentiate between boundaries and frontiers. Describe the geometrical boundaries with suitable examples.

Ques 12

Give a critical account of Losch’s theory of central places.

Ques 13

“Linkages between resource-endowed regions and resource-utilizing regions determine the pattern of international trade.” Elaborate with suitable examples.

Ques 14

In what ways can geographers contribute towards optimal land use planning in a region?