Indian Geography - Study Mode

[#106] The headquarters of International Astronomical Union (IAU) is located in:
Correct Answer

(D) Paris (France)

Explanation

Solution: International Astronomical Union (IAU), senior body governing international professional astronomical activities worldwide, with headquarters in Paris. It was established in 1919 as the first of a series of international unions for the advancement of specific branches of science.

[#107] With which country in the year 2010 did India propose to develop a solar city in India?
Correct Answer

(A) Japan

Explanation

Solution: Japan is the country with which India propose to develop a solar city in India.

[#108] The largest river of all the west flowing rivers of the peninsular India is:
Correct Answer

(D) Narmada

Explanation

Solution: Unlike east flowing major rivers of peninsular India, Narmada and Tapi (Tapti) are west flowing rivers running parallel to Vindhyas and Satpura Ranges and do not form deltas. Narmada is the third longest river of peninsular India with a length of 1312 kilometers.

[#109] Umiam Multipurpose Power Project is located in:
Correct Answer

(B) Meghalya

Explanation

Solution: Umiam Lake (commonly known as Barapani Lake) is a reservoir in the hills 15 km (9.3 mi) north of Shillong in the state of Meghalaya, India. It was created by damming the Umiam River in the early 1960s. Umiam Multipurpose Power Project is located in Meghalaya.

[#110] The instrument which measures the intensity of solar radiation is called:
Correct Answer

(C) Solarimeter

Explanation

Solution: The solarimeter measures routine global solar radiation on a plane or level surface. It has a thermocouple junction-sensing element. The sensing element is coated with a highly stable carbon based non organic coating, which delivers excellent spectral absorption and long-term stability characteristics. The sensing element is housed under two concentric fitting glass domes.