Geography 2019 Flashcards
(31 cards)
On 21st June, the Sun does not set below the horizon at which circle?
Arctic Circle
The Arctic Circle experiences continuous daylight during the summer solstice.
What phenomenon occurs on 21st March and September 23rd?
Equinox
During equinox, the whole earth experiences equal days and equal nights.
During which event do the nights become longer than the days?
Winter Solstice
The winter solstice occurs on December 22nd.
On 22nd December, which Tropic is tilted towards the sun?
Tropic of Capricorn
The sun shines vertically over the Tropic of Capricorn during the winter solstice.
What happens to the sun’s position after the Summer Solstice?
The sun starts to sink towards the horizon
The Summer Solstice occurs on June 21st in the northern hemisphere.
Which river is associated with the city of Pandharpur?
Chandrabhaga River
Pandharpur is located in Maharashtra, India.
Which city is situated on the banks of the Cauvery river?
Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli is in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Which river does Hampi lie on?
Tungabhadra River
Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara kingdom.
What is the correct ascending order of forest cover percentage for Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Odisha?
Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Chhattisgarh
The percentages are: Chhattisgarh (41.09%), Odisha (32.98%), Madhya Pradesh (25.11%), Maharashtra (16.47%).
What is the total forest and tree cover percentage of India?
24.62%
This includes 21.71% for forest cover and 2.91% for tree cover.
Which sea is bordered by Albania?
Adriatic Sea
The Adriatic Sea separates the Italian Peninsula from the Balkan peninsula.
Which pairs of sea and bordering country are correctly matched?
Adriatic Sea - Albania, Caspian Sea - Kazakhstan, Mediterranean Sea - Morocco
The Black Sea is not bordered by Croatia and the Red Sea is not bordered by Syria.
Which glacier is the source of the Yamuna river?
Bandarpunch
Bandarpunch is located in Uttarakhand, India.
What is the source of the Nubra River?
Siachen Glacier
The Siachen Glacier is located in the eastern Karakoram range.
Why are dewdrops not formed on a cloudy night?
Clouds reflect back the Earth’s radiation
This prevents the ground from cooling enough for dew to form.
How many Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) reside in India?
95 PVTGs
PVTGs are found in 18 States and one Union Territory.
Which statement is correct regarding PVTGs?
A stagnant or declining population is one of the criteria for determining PVTG status
Irular and Konda Reddi tribes are included in the list of PVTGs.
What does PVTG stand for?
Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
PVTGs are a special category recognized by the Indian government for certain tribal groups.
How many PVTGs are officially notified in India?
95
This number is subject to change as new groups may be recognized or existing groups reassessed.
Which two tribes are included in the list of PVTGs?
Konda Reddi and Irular
These tribes are specifically recognized for their vulnerability.
What is one criterion for determining PVTG status?
A stagnant or declining population
This reflects the socio-economic challenges faced by these groups.
What is the purpose of the ‘Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)’ scheme?
To provide financial assistance for the development of tribal people
This scheme is administered by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
True or False: Bamboo is classified as a minor forest produce under the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
True
The Act recognizes the rights of forest dwellers over minor forest produce, including bamboo.
What does the Indian Forest (Amendment) Bill 2018 allow regarding bamboo?
Felling and transit of bamboo grown in non-forest areas
Bamboo grown on forest lands remains classified as a tree.
