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21. Which one of the following regions is an important supplier of citrus

Which one of the following regions is an important supplier of citrus fruits ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Equatorial region” option2=”Mediterranean region” option3=”Desert region” option4=”Sub-humid region” correct=”option2″]

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The correct answer is Mediterranean region.

The Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, is ideal for the cultivation of citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, grapefruit, and tangerines. This climate supports crops that can withstand drought in summer and benefit from winter rainfall.

Other characteristic crops of the Mediterranean region include olives, grapes, figs, and cork. The equatorial region is too hot and wet, the desert region is too dry, and while some sub-humid regions might support citrus, the Mediterranean climate is the most important and well-known supplier globally.

23. Which one of the following statements regarding sex composition is not

Which one of the following statements regarding sex composition is not correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”In some countries, sex ratio is expressed as number of males per thousand females.” option2=”In India, sex ratio is expressed as number of females per thousand males.” option3=”At world level, sex ratio is about 102 males per 100 females.” option4=”In Asia, there is high sex ratio.” correct=”option4″]

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Statement D is not correct regarding sex composition.

Sex ratio is a key demographic indicator. It can be expressed in different ways, and ratios vary globally and regionally.

A) In many countries (e.g., USA, China), sex ratio is expressed as the number of males per thousand females. This statement is correct.
B) In India, the sex ratio is traditionally expressed as the number of females per thousand males. This statement is correct.
C) According to demographic data, the world sex ratio is approximately 102 males per 100 females, meaning slightly more males than females globally. This statement is correct or very close to accepted figures.
D) The statement “In Asia, there is high sex ratio” is a broad generalization. While large and populous countries like China and India have sex ratios significantly skewed towards males (contributing to a higher average for the continent compared to the global average), sex ratios vary greatly across the Asian continent. Many countries in Asia have sex ratios near or below 100 (meaning roughly equal numbers or more females). Therefore, stating there is a “high sex ratio” across the entire continent is an oversimplification and not universally correct for all of Asia. It might be considered relatively higher than some other continents, but it’s not uniformly high across all Asian countries. This broad generalization makes the statement less accurate than the specific factual statements in A, B, and C.

24. Which one of the following is not correct regarding South India ?

Which one of the following is not correct regarding South India ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Diurnal range of temperature is less” option2=”Annual range of temperature is less” option3=”Temperature is high throughout the year” option4=”Extreme climatic conditions are found” correct=”option4″]

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Statement D is not correct regarding South India’s climate.

South India, being a peninsula largely surrounded by the sea and located closer to the equator, experiences a climate moderated by maritime influence, unlike the extreme continental climate found in many parts of North India.

A) Diurnal range of temperature is the difference between the maximum and minimum temperature in a day. This range is generally less in coastal areas and peninsular regions like South India due to the moderating effect of the sea. This statement is correct.
B) Annual range of temperature is the difference between the temperatures of the hottest and coldest months. This range is also generally less in South India compared to North India due to the maritime influence and tropical location. This statement is correct.
C) Due to its location in tropical and subtropical zones and proximity to the equator, temperatures in South India are generally high throughout the year, with less pronounced seasonal variations in temperature compared to North India. This statement is correct.
D) Extreme climatic conditions, such as very high heat waves, severe cold waves, or drastic seasonal temperature fluctuations experienced in parts of North India (continental climate), are generally not found in South India due to the moderating effect of the surrounding seas. Thus, the statement “Extreme climatic conditions are found” in South India is not correct.

25. Where are Jhumri Telaiya and Mandar Hills situated ?

Where are Jhumri Telaiya and Mandar Hills situated ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Jharkhand” option2=”Bihar” option3=”Assam” option4=”West Bengal” correct=”option2″]

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Mandar Hills are situated in Bihar, while Jhumri Telaiya is in Jharkhand. Given the single-state options and the historical context, Bihar is the most likely intended answer, possibly referring to the state before the bifurcation or focusing on Mandar Hills.

Jhumri Telaiya is a town historically famous due to All India Radio’s request programs, located in Koderma district. Mandar Hills is a significant geological and religious site.

Jhumri Telaiya is located in the Koderma district of the state of Jharkhand. Jharkhand was created in 2000 from the southern part of Bihar. Mandar Hills are located in the Banka district of the state of Bihar. Since 2000, these two locations are in different states. This question is likely from a period before 2000, or relies on the historical state boundary, in which case both places were part of Bihar. Alternatively, if the question is post-2000, it is geographically inaccurate as it asks for a single state for two locations in different states. Assuming it is either from a pre-2000 exam or relies on the historical context where both were part of Bihar, option B (Bihar) is the most plausible answer. If it is a post-2000 question, it is flawed. However, given the constraint to provide a single option, and acknowledging the ambiguity, the historical context pointing to Bihar is a strong consideration for this specific phrasing.

26. Which one of the following Indian cities is not located on a river ban

Which one of the following Indian cities is not located on a river bank ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Agra” option2=”Bhagalpur” option3=”Bhopal” option4=”Kanpur” correct=”option3″]

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Bhopal is not located on a river bank.

Many major Indian cities developed historically along river banks due to the availability of water resources and transportation routes. However, some cities, particularly those founded more recently or in specific geographical locations, are not situated on major rivers.

Let’s check the location of each city:
A) Agra is located on the banks of the Yamuna River.
B) Bhagalpur is located on the banks of the Ganges (Ganga) River.
C) Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, is famous for its lakes (like Bhojtal or Upper Lake and Lower Lake) but is not situated on the bank of a major river. It is located on elevated ground in the Malwa Plateau region.
D) Kanpur is located on the banks of the Ganges (Ganga) River.
Therefore, Bhopal is the city not located on a river bank among the given options.

27. Which one of the following Indian States has no international boundary

Which one of the following Indian States has no international boundary ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Bihar” option2=”Chhattisgarh” option3=”Uttarakhand” option4=”Meghalaya” correct=”option2″]

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Chhattisgarh has no international boundary.

States located along the borders of India share international boundaries with neighboring countries. Inland states do not.

Let’s examine the location of each state:
A) Bihar shares an international boundary with Nepal.
B) Chhattisgarh is located in central India and is surrounded by other Indian states (Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh). It does not share a border with any country.
C) Uttarakhand shares international boundaries with China (Tibet) and Nepal.
D) Meghalaya shares an international boundary with Bangladesh.
Therefore, Chhattisgarh is the only state among the options that has no international boundary.

28. Which one of the following forms of Constitution contains the features

Which one of the following forms of Constitution contains the features of both the Unitary and Federal Constitution ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Unitary” option2=”Federal” option3=”Quasi-Federal” option4=”Quasi-Unitary” correct=”option3″]

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The Quasi-Federal form of Constitution contains features of both the Unitary and Federal Constitution.

A Unitary constitution concentrates power in the central government, while a Federal constitution divides power between central and regional governments, each being supreme in its sphere. Many modern constitutions, like India’s, blend these features.

A Unitary state has a single, supreme central government that controls all levels of government. A Federal state divides powers between a central government and constituent states or provinces, as seen in the USA or Canada. A Quasi-Federal system (or often described as federal with unitary bias) is one where the constitution has characteristics of both federal and unitary systems. India is frequently described as quasi-federal because it has a federal structure with division of powers, but the central government possesses significant overriding powers (e.g., during emergencies, formation of new states, appointment of Governors, integrated judiciary). This blend means it is neither purely unitary nor purely federal, but quasi-federal. The term “quasi-unitary” is not standard terminology used to describe constitutions that blend both features; “quasi-federal” is the widely accepted term for a system that has federal characteristics but with strong centralizing tendencies.

29. Consider the following statements : The Advocate General of a State

Consider the following statements :

The Advocate General of a State in India is appointed by the President of India upon the recommendations of the Governor of the concerned State.
As provided in the Code of Civil Procedure, High Courts have original appellate advisory jurisdiction at the State level.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option4″]

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Neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is correct.

Constitutional provisions govern the appointment of the Advocate General and the jurisdiction of High Courts. The Advocate General is a state-level functionary, and High Courts possess various types of jurisdiction.

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Advocate General of a State is appointed by the *Governor* of the concerned State, as per Article 165 of the Constitution of India. The President appoints the Attorney General of India (Article 76).
Statement 2 is incorrect. High Courts in India possess original, appellate, and revisional jurisdiction. However, they do not have general advisory jurisdiction; advisory jurisdiction is primarily vested with the Supreme Court (Article 143). While the Code of Civil Procedure deals with aspects of civil jurisdiction and procedure, it does not confer advisory jurisdiction upon High Courts. Therefore, the statement that High Courts have “advisory jurisdiction at the State level” as provided in the Code of Civil Procedure is incorrect.
Since both statements are incorrect, neither 1 nor 2 is correct.

30. Consider the following statements with regard to the formation of new

Consider the following statements with regard to the formation of new States and alteration of boundaries of existing States :

Parliament may increase the area of any State.
Parliament may diminish the area of any State.
Parliament cannot alter the boundary of any State.
Parliament cannot alter the name of any State.

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”1 and 2″ option2=”2 and 3″ option3=”3 and 4″ option4=”4 only” correct=”option3″]

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Statements 3 and 4 are not correct.

Article 3 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to legislate on matters concerning the formation of new States and the alteration of areas, boundaries, or names of existing States.

Article 3 states that Parliament may by law:
(a) form a new State by separation of territory from any State or by uniting two or more States or parts of States or by uniting any territory to a part of any State;
(b) increase the area of any State;
(c) diminish the area of any State;
(d) alter the boundaries of any State;
(e) alter the name of any State.
Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct as Parliament can increase or diminish the area of any State. Statement 3 is incorrect because Parliament *can* alter the boundary of any State. Statement 4 is incorrect because Parliament *can* alter the name of any State. The statements that are not correct are 3 and 4.