GEOGRAPHY (H.C.G.
PAPER – 2)
Maximum Marks: 80 Time allowed: Two hours
Part I is compulsory. All questions from Part I are to be attempted.
A total of five questions are to be attempted from Part II.
The intended marks for questions are given in brackets [ ].
PART I (30 Marks)
(Attempt all questions from this Part)
Question 1 Study the extract of the Survey of India Map Sheet No. G43S10 and answer the
following:
(a) Give the four-figure grid reference for a settlement with a Post Office (PO). [2]
(b) Identify the drainage pattern found in grid square 6634. [2]
(c) Calculate the direct distance in km between the settlement of Sanwara and Sirori. [2]
(d) What is the meaning of the term "6r" written near a perennial lined well? [2]
(e) State the general direction of the flow of the Sipu Nadi. [2]
Question 2 On the outline map of India provided:
(i) Mark and name the Karakoram Pass. [1]
(ii) Shade and label the Gulf of Khambhat. [1]
(iii) Mark with a dot and name the Capital city of Karnataka. [1]
(iv) Draw the direction of the South West Monsoon winds (Bay of Bengal branch). [1]
(v) Shade and label the Malabar Coast. [1]
(vi) Mark and name the River Tapi. [1]
(vii) Shade and label an area of Laterite Soil in South India. [1]
(viii) Mark and name the 82° 30' E longitude. [1]
(ix) Mark and name the Nathula Pass. [1]
(x) Shade and label the Thar Desert. [1]
Question 3 Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options: [10]
(i) Which of the following states receives rainfall from the North East Monsoons?
(a) Kerala (b) Tamil Nadu (c) West Bengal (d) Maharashtra
(ii) The soil known for its self-ploughing capacity is:
(a) Alluvial Soil (b) Red Soil (c) Black Soil (d) Desert Soil
(iii) Komal wants to plant trees in a semi-arid region to prevent soil erosion. Which method
should she use?
(a) Terracing (b) Shelter belts (c) Contour ploughing (d) Strip cropping
(iv) Identify the non-metallic mineral used extensively in the electrical industry:
(a) Iron Ore (b) Copper (c) Mica (d) Manganese
(v) Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?
(a) Natural Gas (b) Petroleum (c) Wind Energy (d) Coal
PART II (50 Marks)
(Attempt any five questions from this Part)
Question 4 (Climate)
(i) Differentiate between Loo and Kal Baisakhi. [2]
(ii) Explain how the Himalayas act as a climatic barrier for India. [2]
(iii) Give a geographical reason for each: [3]
(a) Patna receives more rainfall than Delhi.
(b) The interior of the Deccan Plateau is dry.
(c) Mangalore is cooler than Nagpur in July.
(iv) Study the climatic data below and answer: [3]
( Table will be provided later )
(a) Identify the annual range of temperature.
(b) Calculate the total annual rainfall.
(c) Which station is this likely to be? (Coastal or Inland?)
Question 5 (Soil Resources)
(i) Mention two differences between Bhangar and Khadar. [2]
(ii) Name the soil formed by the leaching process. State one crop grown in it. [2]
(iii) How does Afforestation help in soil conservation? [3]
(iv) Define Soil Erosion. Name two human activities responsible for it. [3]
Question 6 (Natural Vegetation)
(i) Name the trees found in the Tropical Evergreen Forests. [2]
(ii) State two characteristics of Mangrove forests. [2]
(iii) Why are Deciduous forests economically very important? [3]
(iv) What is Agro-forestry? How does it differ from Social Forestry? [3]
Question 7 (Water Resources)
(i) Why is Tank Irrigation popular in South India? [2]
(ii) Mention two disadvantages of Canal Irrigation. [2]
(iii) What is Rainwater Harvesting? State its importance in urban areas. [3]
(iv) Name the most modern method of irrigation. Why is it gaining popularity? [3]
Question 8 (Mineral & Energy Resources)
(i) State two uses of Manganese. [2]
(ii) Name the leading producer of Iron Ore in India. [2]
(iii) Why is Natural Gas considered a "clean fuel"? [3]
(iv) Explain why Solar Energy has a bright future in India. [3]
Question 9 (Agriculture)
(i) Define Subsistence Farming. [2]
(ii) Mention two climatic requirements for the growth of Rice. [2]
(iii) What is Ratooning? With which crop is it associated? [3]
(iv) State three problems faced by Indian Farmers. [3]
Question 10 (Manufacturing Industries)
(i) Distinguish between Agro-based and Mineral-based industries. [2]
(ii) Why is the Sugar industry shifting from North to South India? [2]
(iii) Name two centers of the Electronic Industry in India. [3]
(iv) State the importance of the Iron and Steel Industry as a "Basic Industry". [3]
Question 11 (Transport)
(i) State two advantages of Railways over Roadways. [2]
(ii) What is the Golden Quadrilateral? [2]
(iii) Why is Air Transport essential for the North-Eastern states of India? [3]
(iv) Mention three disadvantages of Water Transport. [3]
Question 12 (Waste Management)
(i) What is E-waste? Give one example. [2]
(ii) Explain the process of Segregation of waste. [2]
(iii) How does Composting benefit the soil? [3]
(iv) Suggest three ways to Reduce waste at the domestic level. [3]