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OSSC COMBINED GRADUATE

LEVEL (CGL)
MAINS 2023-24
SECTIONAL TEST 3
GEOGRAPHY
TIME: 30MINS FULL MARKS: 20

1) Answer the following questions as short as possible. 10*½=5

a) What is the world's largest desert by area?
b) Which river is the longest in the world?
c) In which mountain range is the highest peak, Mount Everest, located?
d) What is the highest mountain peak in India?
e) Which river is known as the "Ganga of the South"?
f) Name the largest costal saltwater lake in India.
g) Which Indian state is known as the "Land of Five Rivers"?
h) The coastal plain in Odisha is gift of ______ rivers.
i) The highest peak in Odisha is ______.
j) How many National Parks are there in Odisha?

SOLUTION:
a) Antarctica
b) The Nile
c) The Himalayas
d) Kanchenjunga
e) Godavari
f) Chilika Lake
g) Punjab
h) 6 rivers
i) Deomali
j) 2
2) Fill the table with the capitals of the given states. 4*1/2 = 2
STATE CAPITAL
SIKKIM GANGTOK
GUJARAT GANDHINAGAR
GOA PANAJI
MANIPUR IMPHAL
3) Write down the Datas from CENSUS 2011. 8*1/2= 4
REQUIRED INDIA ODISHA
POPULATION 121 CRORES 4.2 CRORES
SEX RATIO 943 979
LITERACY 74% 72.87%
URBAN: RURAL 35.16%: 64.84% 16.69%:83.31%

4) Write down the name of two eastern major ports. 1

The major ports on the eastern coast are Chennai port, Tuticorin port, Paradip port,
Kolkata port, and the Visakhapatnam port.
5) Discuss the significant difference between the Himalayan and the Peninsular
rivers. 4
1. The Himalayan rivers rise in the snow-covered mountains as such they flow
throughout the year. The mountains in which the Deccan rivers rise are not snow-
covered. Hence, they dry up in summer.
2. The Himalayan rivers flow in leveled Northern Plains. Therefore, they are quite
useful for navigation and irrigation. The Peninsular rivers flow on the uneven rocky
surface. Therefore, they are neither navigable nor useful for irrigation.
3. The Himalayan rivers bring with them fertile alluvium which they deposit in the
Indo-Gangetic Plains. The Peninsular rivers do not bring with them enough alluvium.
As the current is swift so the deposition activity is negligible.
4. Canals have been dug to use the water of these rivers for irrigation. As the terrain
is rocky and the banks of these rivers are high, canals cannot be dug. However, dams
are built to store the floodwater for irrigation with the help of small channels.
5. Many important towns and centres of trade are situated on the banks of these
rivers. Very few important towns and centres of trade are situated on the banks of
these rivers.
6. The porous soil absorbs a lot of water, which is later on used as groundwater by
digging wells and tube wells for domestic and irrigation purposes. The rocky soil
does not absorb any water. Hence no wells can be dug. All the water flows down the
sea at one and the same time.

6) What do you understand by globalisation? 4

Globalization refers to the interconnectedness, integration, and interdependence of
economies, cultures, societies, and various other aspects on a global scale. It involves the
exchange and flow of goods, services, information, technology, capital, and people across
national borders. Globalization has been facilitated by advances in communication,
transportation, and technology, breaking down barriers and creating a more interconnected
world.

Key aspects of globalization include:

Trade: Increased international trade allows for the exchange of goods and services across
borders, fostering economic growth and specialization.
Investment: Globalization involves the flow of capital across countries, with
multinational corporations investing in various regions for production, distribution, and
profit.
Technology: Advances in technology, particularly in communication and transportation,
have played a crucial role in facilitating global connections and reducing the barriers to
information exchange.
Cultural Exchange: Globalization leads to the exchange of ideas, values, traditions, and
cultural elements between different societies, contributing to a more interconnected and
diverse global culture.
Migration: People move across borders for work, education, or other opportunities,
contributing to the multiculturalism of societies and promoting the exchange of skills and
perspectives.
Political Interconnectedness: Globalization has implications for international politics,
diplomacy, and governance, as countries collaborate on global issues and challenges.
Environmental Impact: Globalization also has environmental consequences, as the
interconnectedness of economies can affect natural resources, pollution, and climate
change on a global scale.

While globalization has brought about numerous benefits such as economic growth,
cultural exchange, and technological advancements, it has also raised concerns about
inequality, loss of cultural identity, and environmental challenges. The impact of
globalization is complex and varies across different regions and sectors.