Indian Geography - Study Mode

[#86] The study of universe is called:
Correct Answer

(C) Cosmology

Explanation

Solution: Cosmology is the scientific study of the large scale properties of the universe as a whole. It is the study of universe as a whole: its birth, growth, shape, size and eventual fate.

[#87] The large natural ecosystem comprised of abiotic (land, air , water and soils of the concerned habitat) and biotic (plants, animals and micro-organisms) is called:
Correct Answer

(D) Biome

Explanation

Solution: The large natural ecosystem comprised of abiotic (land, air , water and soils of the concerned habitat) and biotic (plants, animals and micro-organisms) is called Biome.

[#88] The highest glacial lake of India located at the height of 17,745 feet in Garhwal Himalaya is:
Correct Answer

(A) Devtal

Explanation

Solution: The highest glacial lake of India is Devtal which is located at the height of 17,745 feet AMSL in Garhwal Himalaya.

[#89] Project Tiger, one of the premier conservation efforts in the country was launched on:
Correct Answer

(D) 1 April, 1973

Explanation

Solution: Project Tiger is a tiger conservation programme launched in 1 April, 1973 by the Government of India during Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's tenure.

[#90] The river Godavari is often referred to as Vridha Ganga because
Correct Answer

(B) of its large size and extent among the peninsular rivers

Explanation

Solution: The river Godavari is often referred to as Vridha Ganga because of its large size and extent among the peninsular rivers.