UPSC Mains 2010
Geography Test Series : Sample Paper

DESIGNED BY APARNA SHARMA , DY. CHIEF CONSULTANT, NEW DELHI IAS.

Question No. 1:
(a) How is the denudational chronology helpful in understanding the past geomorphic cycles? 30
(b) Discuss the occurrence of earthquakes and volcanoes in the context of Plate Tectonics. 30

Question No. 2:
(a) How the adiabatic lapse rates affect the atmospheric stability and instability? 30
(b) Discuss the life cycle of a temperate cyclone. 30

Question No. 3: Give a detailed account of the major land biomes of the earth. 60

Question No. 4: “The developing countries hold the solution to the global food crisis”. Comment. 60

Question No. 5:
(a) Discuss the extent of deforestation in India. 20
(b) How has deforestation affected the wildlife of the country? 20
(c) Mention the measures taken up for the wildlife conservation. 20

Question No. 6: “The Growth Pole Hypothesis has failed to remove regional imbalances in India”. Comment. 60

Question No. 7:
(a) “Planning from below is the need of the hour in India”. Justify the statement. 30
(b) Is the demand for new states in India justified? Give your opinion. 30

Question No. 8: “India is witnessing pseudo-urbanization”. Comment. How can the urban areas be made more livable? 60