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Geology and Climate Change in India

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the geology and climate change in India. It covers various aspects such as geological formations, climate patterns, and the impact of climate change on India's environment and society.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is the oldest geological formation in India?

  1. Dharwar Craton

  2. Aravalli Craton

  3. Chhotanagpur Gneissic Complex

  4. Cuddapah Basin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dharwar Craton is the oldest geological formation in India, dating back to the Archean eon (3.8 billion years ago).

The Himalayan Mountains were formed due to the collision of which two tectonic plates?

  1. Indian Plate and Eurasian Plate

  2. African Plate and Eurasian Plate

  3. Australian Plate and Pacific Plate

  4. North American Plate and South American Plate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan Mountains were formed due to the collision of the Indian Plate and the Eurasian Plate, which began about 50 million years ago.

Which of the following is the highest peak in India?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Nanda Devi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Everest, located on the border between Nepal and China, is the highest peak in India and the world, with an elevation of 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet).

Which of the following is the largest river basin in India?

  1. Ganga Basin

  2. Indus Basin

  3. Brahmaputra Basin

  4. Godavari Basin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganga Basin is the largest river basin in India, covering an area of about 1.1 million square kilometers (420,000 square miles).

Which of the following is the main cause of climate change in India?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Industrialization

  3. Agricultural practices

  4. Burning of fossil fuels


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The burning of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat and cause global warming.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's agriculture?

  1. Increased crop yields

  2. Reduced water availability

  3. More frequent droughts

  4. Earlier onset of monsoon


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to reduced water availability in India, as glaciers are melting and rainfall patterns are becoming more erratic.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's coastal areas?

  1. Sea-level rise

  2. Increased frequency of cyclones

  3. Coastal erosion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is causing sea-level rise, increased frequency of cyclones, and coastal erosion in India's coastal areas.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's forests?

  1. Increased forest cover

  2. Reduced forest fires

  3. More biodiversity

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to decreased forest cover, increased forest fires, and reduced biodiversity in India's forests.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's health?

  1. Increased heat-related illnesses

  2. More frequent outbreaks of diseases

  3. Reduced air quality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to increased heat-related illnesses, more frequent outbreaks of diseases, and reduced air quality in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's economy?

  1. Increased tourism revenue

  2. More job opportunities

  3. Higher agricultural productivity

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to decreased tourism revenue, fewer job opportunities, and lower agricultural productivity in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's infrastructure?

  1. Improved transportation networks

  2. More reliable energy grids

  3. Increased water storage capacity

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to damaged transportation networks, less reliable energy grids, and reduced water storage capacity in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's national security?

  1. Reduced border disputes

  2. Increased military spending

  3. More stable political systems

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to increased border disputes, more military spending, and less stable political systems in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's international relations?

  1. Improved diplomatic ties

  2. Increased trade opportunities

  3. More cooperation on climate change

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to more cooperation on climate change between India and other countries.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's cultural heritage?

  1. Increased tourism revenue

  2. More job opportunities

  3. Preservation of historical sites

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to damage to historical sites and cultural heritage in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on India's future?

  1. Increased economic growth

  2. Improved quality of life

  3. More sustainable development

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to decreased economic growth, reduced quality of life, and less sustainable development in India.

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