2009s question papers of Mains Geography exam.

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Mains Geography Exam-2009 Question Paper is attached below:


CIVIL SERVICE EXAM 2009
GEOGRAPHY

Paper I

SECTION � A

1. Answer the following in about 200 words each :

a) Highlights the geomorphic features essentially found in
topographies under the second cycle of Erosion. (20)
b) Give a brief account of principal land biomes and their
latitudinal distribution. (20)
c) Discuss views on slope development provided by L.C.
King. (20)

2. a). Identify each features that is indicated by the numerals (i)
to (x) on the world Map provided. Identification of the feature
carries 2 marks each. (2�10=20)
b). Mention the location of each feature in respect of + (-)
GMT. This carries 1 mark each. (1�10=10)
c). provide a write up on the significance of the identified
feature in approximately 40 words, this carries 3 marks
each. (3�10=30)
LEARNING PRO

3. a). Explain factors contributing to the global climate change
(20)
b). Discuss the consequences of Climate Change on
agriculture and food security , and on the Coastal Zones of
the world. (20)
c). How does Climate change affect urban areas? (20)

4. a). Examine economic significance of the resources of the
Continental Shelf of the Indian Ocean. (30)
b). Comment on marine heat budget and the oceanic
Circulation system. (30)

Section B
(Human Geography)

5. Write short notes on any three of the following in about
200 words each: (20�3=60)
a). Weight Triangle
b). �Limit to Growth� Model
c). Tropical atmospheric instability
d). Zonal and Azonal soils

6. a). Provide a geographical account of global production
and distribution of food. (30)
b). �Quantitative Revolution and model building provided
an empirical basis for geographical research� � Elaborate.
(30)

7. Elaborate the concept of Megalopolis and discuss the
characteristics and problems related to two such regions
selecting one each from North America and Europe. (60)

8. a). Provide a broad classification of world cultural regions.
(30)
b). Highlights the significance of environmental issues in
Regional Planning. (30)

Paper II

SECTION � A

1. On the outline map of India provided to you , mark the
location of any fifteen of the following for which 1 ( one)
mark is given to each correct entry. Write in your answer
script the significance geographical relevance or strategic
importance of these locations, whether physical /
commercial / economic / ecological / environmental /
cultural in not more than 30 words for each entry. 3 (three)
marks are allotted for each write up. (15�4=60)
a) Akarimota
b) Kolleru Lake
c) Van Tivu
d) Silent Valley
e) Amaravati River
f) Pirotan Island
g) Mangla
h) Meghnagar
i) Shipki La
j) Bhachau
k) The Home of Sundari tree
l) Place of orgin of River Narmada
m) Gokak
n) Ken River
o) Bailadila
p) Bhavani Sagar Dam
q) Kutralam Falls
r) Dalma Hills
s) Rangit River
t) Dhanjori Hills

2. a). Discuss the formation and their distribution of the
major soil types of India. (30)
b). Give reasons as to why rainfall variability is a
characteristic features of India�s monsoons. (30)

3. Distinguish between the West and East coasts of India in
terms of their evolution, present topography and drainage
pattern. (60)

4. Examine the role of raw materials in the location of the Iron
and Steel Industry in India. Illustrate your answer with
suitable examples. (60)

SECTION B

5. Answer any three of the following in about 200 words each:
(20�3=60)
a). What is the role of the Triple Transport System in the
regional development of India ?
b). Explain the factors responsible for the distribution of Sugar
Industry in India.
c). State the geographical factors which influence rural house
types in India.
d). Giving reasons , identify the chronic drought prone areas
of India.

6. What are the cause and consequences of environmental
degradation in India�s industrial areas? Give specific
examples. (60)

7. � There is no sharp divide where an urban settlement stops
and rural areas begins.� Analyze the statement with reference
to the sprawl of Indian cities. (60)

8. a). How do the �push� and �pull� factors operate for the
emergence of slums in the metropolises of India? (30)
b). Discuss the impact of globlisation of India�s industry
and agriculture sectors. (30)