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Geography of India

Indian geography with focus on physical, social, and economic aspects.

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1.Which of the following rivers does NOT flow through Tamil Nadu?
- (A)Kaveri
- (B)Vaigai
- (C)Krishna
- (D)Thamirabarani
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Answer: (C) Krishna
Solution: The Krishna River flows through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, but does not pass through Tamil Nadu.
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2.Which of the following pairs of rivers and their tributaries is correctly matched? 1. Godavari - Indravati 2. Krishna - Tungabhadra 3. Mahanadi - Wainganga 4. Narmada - Tapi
- (A)1 and 2 only
- (B)2 and 3 only
- (C)1, 2 and 3 only
- (D)All of the above
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Answer: (A) 1 and 2 only
Solution: Indravati is a tributary of Godavari and Tungabhadra is a tributary of Krishna. Wainganga is a tributary of Godavari, not Mahanadi. Tapi is an independent river, not a tributary of Narmada.
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3.Consider the following statements regarding soil types in India: 1. Black soil is most suitable for cotton cultivation due to its high moisture retention capacity. 2. Laterite soil is rich in iron and aluminum but deficient in nitrogen and organic matter. 3. Red soil is formed due to weathering of ancient crystalline rocks. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (A)1 and 2 only
- (B)2 and 3 only
- (C)1 and 3 only
- (D)All of the above
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Answer: (D) All of the above
Solution: All three statements are correct. Black soil (regur) has excellent moisture retention and is ideal for cotton. Laterite soil is rich in iron oxides but poor in nutrients. Red soil forms from weathering of granite and other igneous rocks.
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