UPSC Mains 2017 Geography Optional Paper I questions

28 questions from the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2017. Official UPSC paper (PDF) · All Geography Optional PYQs

1. Write a note on pseudovolcanic features.

   10 marks

2. Distinguish between low energy coasts and coral coasts.

   10 marks

3. Discuss the impacts of ocean currents on air mass behaviour.

   10 marks

4. Describe the characteristics of biological deserts.

   10 marks

5. Explain the concept of micro carbon sink and its relevance.

   10 marks

6. Discuss the forces which govern the air movement on the Earth's surface.

   20 marks

7. "The knowledge of slope analysis has limited field application in the slope management." Explain.

   15 marks

8. Describe the configuration of the Pacific Ocean floor.

   15 marks

9. "Climate change is a reality." Explain with suitable examples.

   20 marks

10. Distinguish between the characteristics of Chernozem and Sierozem soils.

    15 marks

11. Give a classification of plants based on the amount of water requirement.

    15 marks

12. Discuss the concept of Periglacial cycle as propounded by Peltier.

    20 marks

13. "Climate, slope gradient and rock structure influence the avulsion of -channels." Explain..

    15 marks

14. Discuss the Perception, Attitude, Value and Emotion (PAVE) Theory of environmental management.

    15 marks

15. Explain the concept of Time-Geography..

    10 marks

16. "Whittlesey's agricultural regions are relevant even today." Discuss.

    10 marks

17. Write an explanatory note on geographical systems.

    10 marks

18. "The traditional cultural identities are at loss with the growth of global connectivity." Explain.

    10 marks

19. Give an account on sustainable development and its components.

    10 marks

20. Discuss the contemporary paradigms of Geography.

    20 marks

21. "The intensity of energy crisis varies regionally." Explain.

    15 marks

22. Examine the causes and consequences of forced migration of population in the present context.

    15 marks

23. Discuss the applicability of Christaller's Central Place Theory.

    20 marks

24. European nations and Japan." Explain.

    15 marks

25. Define the quality of life and explain its parameters with adequate examples.

    15 marks

26. "The Heartland Theory is gaining importance once again." Comment.

    20 marks

27. Examine the role of small towns in the regional development process.

    15 marks

28. Explain the concept of social capital in relation to India.

    15 marks