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According to Koeppen's Scheme of classification of climate, which of the following characteristics is associated with 'Group E'?

A
The average temperature of the coldest month is −3∘C or below
B
The average temperature of the coldest month is higher than −3∘C but below 18∘C
C
The average temperature of the coldest month is 18∘C or higher
D
The average temperature for all months is below 10∘C

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

In the Köppen climate classification, Group E designates polar climates, which are defined by average temperatures consistently falling below 10°C in every month of the year.
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According to Census of India 2011, which is the largest religious community in India?

A
Christians
B
Muslims
C
Hindus
D
Sikhs

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

The 2011 Census of India affirmed that Hinduism remains the majority religion, practiced by approximately 79.8% of the country's population.
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Which of the following is NOT a cropping season in India?

A
Kharif
B
Zaid
C
Rabi
D
Fang

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

India officially recognizes three primary agricultural cropping seasons based on monsoon patterns: Kharif, Rabi, and Zaid; 'Fang' is entirely fictitious in this context.
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Vibration or wave caused by the sudden movement of tectonic plates within the earth that can travel through and around the earth is called:

A
Seismic Wave
B
Main Shock
C
Foreshock
D
Upheaval

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

Seismic waves are the distinct waves of acoustic energy that travel through the Earth's layers, typically resulting from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or large explosions.
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Bokaro, Burnpur, Rourkela, etc., are famous for development of which of the following industries?

A
Dairy
B
Automobile
C
Iron and Steel
D
Software

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

These cities form the backbone of India's heavy manufacturing sector, housing massive integrated iron and steel plants due to their proximity to rich mineral deposits.
Question 156 Discuss
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Which of the following is NOT an element of weather?

A
Temperature
B
Humidity
C
Plants
D
Rainfall

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Elements of weather describe the atmospheric state, encompassing variables like temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind, humidity, and precipitation; plants are part of the biosphere.
Question 157 Discuss
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Tsunami is a natural disaster that originates from the ocean. The cause of Tsunami in the ocean is:

A
The movement of tectonic plates under the ocean
B
The accumulation of high amount of radioactive pollutants in the ocean
C
The presence of excessive carbon dioxide in the water
D
The alarmingly increasing amount of acid in water

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

Tsunamis are triggered by sudden, massive displacement of water, most commonly resulting from underwater earthquakes caused by the violent movement of tectonic plates.
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According to Indian Meteorology, which of the following is NOT a season experienced in India?

A
The hot weather season
B
Equatorial season
C
The southwest monsoon season
D
The cold weather season

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

The Indian Meteorological Department classifies the year into four distinct seasons: winter, pre-monsoon (summer), monsoon, and post-monsoon; India does not have an 'equatorial season'.
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The number of organisms in the population divided by a regular unit of area or volume is called   .

A
birth rate
B
population size
C
population density
D
death rate

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Population density is a standard demographic metric used to measure the concentration of individuals residing within a specific geographic area.
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In which of the following states can the 'Loo' phenomenon be observed?

A
Rajasthan
B
Manipur
C
Tamil Nadu
D
Goa

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

The 'Loo' is a striking, hot, and dry summer wind that sweeps across the western Indo-Gangetic plains, severely impacting northwestern states like Rajasthan.
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