Q1. Which among the following States possesses oil resources based on geographical location ? (a) Kerala (b) Nagaland (c) Assam (d) Meghalaya (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (c) Assam Explanation: Assam is rich in petroleum reserves, with major oil fields in Digboi, Duliajan, and Naharkatia. It has been a pioneer in India’s oil industry, with Asia’s …
Q1. Which among the following States depends primarily on thermal power ? (a) Kerala (b) West Bengal (c) Tamil Nadu (d) Karnataka (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) West Bengal Explanation: West Bengal relies heavily on thermal power, especially from coal-based plants like Durgapur and Farakka. Its limited hydro resources make thermal energy the dominant source …
Q1. Black Pagoda is in (a) Egypt (b) Konark (c) Madurai (d) None of these (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Konark Explanation: The Black Pagoda refers to the Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha, built in the 13th century. Its dark granite structure and towering architecture earned it the nickname, and it is a UNESCO World …
Q1. The crop which is sown with the commencement of Monsoon is (a) Rabi Crop (b) Kharif Crop (c) Cash Crop (d) None of these (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Kharif Crop Explanation: Kharif crops are sown at the beginning of the monsoon season (June–July) and harvested in autumn (September–October). Examples include rice, maize, and …
Q1. At which place will you find maximum sunlight in December ? (a) Kanyakumari (b) Pune (c) Calcutta (d) Leh (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (a) Kanyakumari Explanation: Kanyakumari, being the southernmost tip of India, is closest to the equator. In December, it receives maximum sunlight compared to northern locations like Leh, which experience shorter days …
Q1. Maximum number of workers are employed in which of the following industries in India ? (a) Sugar (b) Textiles (c) Jute (d) Iron and Steel (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Textiles Explanation: The textile industry is India’s largest employer in the industrial sector, providing jobs to millions across spinning, weaving, dyeing, and garment production. …
Q1. The winter rain in Madras is caused by (a) South-West Monsoons (b) North-East Monsoons (c) Intense land and sea breezes (d) Cyclonic winds in the Bay of Bengal (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) North-East Monsoons Explanation: Madras (Chennai) receives winter rainfall due to the North-East Monsoon winds, which blow from the land to the …
Q1. Richter scale is used to measure (a) Earthquakes (b) Ocean depth (c) Intensity of wind (d) Temperature of the body (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (a) Earthquakes Explanation: The Richter scale quantifies the magnitude of earthquakes, based on the energy released. It is a logarithmic scale, meaning each increase by one unit represents a tenfold …
Q1. “Laterite Soil” is found in India in (a) Western Ghats (b) Eastern Ghats (c) Deccan Plateau (d) Satpura region in Madhya Pradesh (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (a) Western Ghats Explanation: Laterite soil forms in hot and wet tropical areas, especially in the Western Ghats, due to intense leaching and weathering. It is rich in …
Q1. The oldest mountains are (a) Himalayas (b) Aravalis (c) Satpura (d) Vindhyas (UPSC Prelims 1979) Answer: (b) Aravalis Explanation: The Aravali Range, located in western India, is considered the oldest mountain range in India, dating back to the Precambrian era. Unlike the young fold mountains like the Himalayas, the Aravalis have undergone extensive erosion, …