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World Geography

34 UPSC Prelims MCQs tagged "World Geography". Free practice with answer keys, explanations, and timed mock tests on Anantam IAS.

Indian Economy 256 Environment 249 Indian Polity 240 Science & Technology 192 History 184 International Relations 104 Art & Culture 94 Geography 82 Indian Geography 70 Indian Society 57 World Geography 36 CSAT 29 Science & Tech 22 Art and Culture 8 Current Affairs 6 General Studies 4

  1. What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia…

    What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north? 1. Bangkok 2. Hanoi 3. Jakarta 4. Singapore Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    1. A4-2-1-3
    2. B3-2-4-1
    3. C3-4-1-2
    4. D4-3-2-1
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: C

    The correct sequence of the cities from south to north is

    - Jakarta - Indonesia (Southernmost city) - Singapore - Island nation south of Malaysia - Bangkok - Thailand - Hanoi - Northernmost city in Vietnam (farthest north)

    So the correct sequence is 3-4-1-2.

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    World Geography UPSC 2014 Medium

  2. Turkey is located between

    Turkey is located between

    1. ABlack Sea and the Caspian Sea
    2. BBlack Sea and the Mediterranean Sea
    3. CGulf of Suez and the Mediterranean Sea
    4. DGulf of Aqaba and the Dead Sea
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: B

    Turkey is a transcontinental country located between the Black Sea to the north, the Aegean Sea to the west, Mediterranean Sea to the south

    ![Turkey](https://d39jluplm5thpx.cloudfront.net//Turkey_e60a664ba4.jpg)

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    World Geography UPSC 2014 Medium

  3. The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of –

    The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of -

    1. AEquatorial climate
    2. BMediterranean climate
    3. CMonsoon climate
    4. DAll of the above climates
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: C

    The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of a monsoon climate.

    Monsoons are seasonal winds that bring predictable patterns of rainfall. In summer, warm, moist air blows inland from the ocean, bringing heavy rainfall. In winter, the winds blow offshore, bringing dry conditions. This seasonal reversal of winds is what defines a monsoon climate.

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    World Geography UPSC 2014 Easy

  4. Consider the following statements : 1. The Red Sea receives very little precipitation in…

    Consider the following statements : 1. The Red Sea receives very little precipitation in any form. 2. No water enters the Red Sea from rivers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    1. A1 only
    2. B2 only
    3. CBoth 1 and 2
    4. DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: C

    * Statement 1: Correct. The Red Sea is located in a desert region with very high temperatures and low humidity. This leads to very little rainfall or any form of precipitation.

    * Statement 2: Correct. Due to its location, no major rivers are flowing into the Red Sea. The water in the Red Sea comes primarily from the inflow of saltier water from the Gulf of Aden through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

    ![Red Sea](https://d39jluplm5thpx.cloudfront.net//red_sea_fc1428275e.jpg)

    Hence, both statements (1 and 2) are correct.

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    World Geography UPSC 2024 Medium