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Q 1 - What is the rate of temperature decrease in the troposphere?

Answer : B

Explanation

The rate of temperature decrease in the troposphere is known as environmental lapse rate.

Q 2 - Consider the following statements:

1. Tharus is one of the most important tribal groups of Himachal Pradesh.

2. Tharus tribes are mainly cultivators.

Select the correct answer from the given codes:

Answer : B

Explanation

Tharus is one of the most important tribal group of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Q 3 - The circumference of the Earth at equator is about

Answer : A

Explanation

N/A

Q 4 - At which one of the following places, the highest temperature recorded?

Answer : B

Explanation

The official highest recorded temperature is 56.70 C (134 F); it had been measured on July 10, 1913 at Greenland Ranch, Death Valley, California, USA.

Q 5 - Which one of the following is the deepest point in Australia?

Answer : A

Explanation

Located in the south region of Australia, lake Eyre is the deepest point in Australia.

Q 6 - In reference to the earthquake, the Telangana region lies in

Answer : C

Explanation

Zone I covers the areas with the lowest earthquake risks zone.

Q 7 - The dumping of computer and other computer products releases . gases in the environment.

A - Cadmium, Chromium, & Mercury

B - Beryllium, Lead, & Heptachlor

C - Chromium, Lead, & Plutonium

D - Cadmium, Plutonium, & Mercury

Answer : A

Explanation

Carelessly dumped computer products normally release Beryllium, Cadmium, Chromium, Mercury, Lead, etc. Therefore, the most ideal combination is a.

Q 8 - In reference to Koeppens climatic classification:

The capital letter A means:

Answer : A

Explanation

A refers the Tropical geographic region, where the average temperature of the coldest month is 180 C.

Q 9 - The second industrial policy was introduced during the

A - First five-year plan

B - Second five-year plan

C - Third five-year plan

D - Fourth five-year plan

Answer : B

Explanation

The second industrial policy was introduced in 1956.

Q 10 - Consider the following statements:

1. Water hyacinth (which is an invasive aquatic weed) can purify water, as it can absorb some toxic materials and a number of heavy metals from the water.

2. Oil spills in water can be cleaned with the help of bregoli.

Select the correct answer from the given codes: