CLASS XI - GEOGRAPHY
Sample Question Paper
General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. The question paper consists of 4 Sections A, B, C and D.
3. Use maps wherever necessary.
4. Marks are indicated against each question.
SECTION A (1 × 16 = 16 Marks)
Q1. The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many states of India?
(a) 6
(b) 7
(c) 8
(d) 9
Q2. The longitudinal extent of India is:
(a) 8°4'N to 37°6'N
(b) 68°7'E to 97°25'E
(c) 20°N to 30°N
(d) 77°E longitude
Q3. The Standard Meridian of India passes through:
(a) 82°30'E
(b) 90°E
(c) 84°E
(d) 75°E
Q4. The Himalayas were formed due to:
(a) Folding
(b) Faulting
(c) Volcanic activity
(d) Erosion
Q5. Which of the following rivers is a peninsular river?
(a) Ganga
(b) Yamuna
(c) Godavari
(d) Indus
Q6. Which planet is known as Earth’s twin?
(a) Mars
(b) Venus
(c) Jupiter
(d) Mercury
Q7. Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?
(a) Troposphere
(b) Stratosphere
(c) Mesosphere
(d) Thermosphere
Q8. Which soil is most suitable for cotton cultivation?
(a) Alluvial soil
(b) Black soil
(c) Red soil
(d) Laterite soil
SECTION B (3 × 6 = 18 Marks)
Q9. Explain any three differences between the Himalayan rivers and the Peninsular rivers.
Q10. Write a short note on the significance of the location of India.
Q11. What is weathering? Explain any two types.
Q12. Explain the importance of India’s central location.
Q13. Distinguish between Absolute Humidity and Relative Humidity.
Q14. What are the three heat zones of the Earth?
SECTION C (5 × 6 = 30 Marks)
Q15. Explain the physiographic divisions of India with suitable diagrams.
Q16. What are earthquakes? Discuss their causes and distribution in India.
Q17. Explain the Rock Cycle with a neat diagram.
Q18. Describe the composition and structure of the Earth’s atmosphere.
Q19. Explain the origin and features of the Himalayas.
Q20. Discuss the importance and distribution of natural vegetation in India.
SECTION D (1 × 6 = 6 Marks)
Q21. On the outline map of India, mark and label the following:
(a) Standard Meridian of India
(b) Himalayas
(c) River Godavari
(d) Tropic of Cancer
(e) Eastern Ghats
(f) Thar Desert