A. It is a private computer network of an organization where the remote users can transmit encrypted information through the server of the organization | B. It is a computer network across a public internet that provides users access to their organization's network while maintaining the security of the information transmitted | C. It is a computer network in which users can access a shared pool of computing resources through a service provider | D. None of the statements (a), (b) and (c) given above is a correct description of Virtual Private Network
Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2011 | Subject: Geography
UPSC 2011 Geography Question 2
A state in India has the following characteristics: 1. Its northern part is arid and semi-arid. 2. Its central part produces cotton. 3. Cultivation of cash crops is predominant over food crops. Which one of the following states has all of the above characteristics?
A. Andhra Pradesh | B. Gujarat | C. Karnataka | D. Tamil Nadu
Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2011 | Subject: Geography
UPSC 2011 Geography Question 3
The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet and flow through narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a "U" turn in its course to flow into India. This "U" turn is due to
A. Uplift of folded Himalayan series | B. Syntaxial bending of geologically young Himalayas | C. Geo-tectonic disturbance in the tertiary folded mountain chains | D. Both (a) and (b) above
Consider the following statements: 1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes. 2. Along the mountain gradients, biodiversity is normally greater in the lower altitudes as compared to the higher altitudes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only | B. 2 only | C. Both 1 and 2 | D. Neither 1 nor 2
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation? 1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. 2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
A. 1 only | B. 2 only | C. Both 1 and 2 | D. Neither 1 nor 2
What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt? 1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. 2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
A. 1 only | B. 2 only | C. Both 1 and 2 | D. Neither 1 nor 2
The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year. Which one among the following pairs of crops is most suitable for this region?
A. Paddy and cotton | B. Wheat and Jute | C. Paddy and Jute | D. Wheat and cotton
Between India and East Asia, the navigation time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following? 1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia. 2. Opening a new canal across the Kra isthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only | B. 2 only | C. Both 1 and 2 | D. Neither 1 nor 2
Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why? 1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. 2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only | B. 2 only | C. Both 1 and 2 | D. Neither 1 nor 2
Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)? 1. The Government intends to use the revenue earned from the disinvestment mainly to pay back the external debt. 2. The Government no longer intends to retain the management control of the CPSEs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only | B. 2 only | C. Both 1 and 2 | D. Neither 1 nor 2
Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2011 | Subject: Geography
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Geography — UPSC 2011
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Q1·Geography·2011·Indian and World Geography
What is "Virtual Private Network"?
Q2·Geography·2011·Indian and World Geography
A state in India has the following characteristics: 1. Its northern part is arid and semi-arid. 2. Its central part produces cotton. 3. Cultivation of cash crops is predominant over food crops. Which one of the following states has all of the above characteristics?
Q3·Geography·2011·Physical Geography
The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet and flow through narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a "U" turn in its course to flow into India. This "U" turn is due to
Q4·Geography·2011·Physical Geography
Consider the following statements: 1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes. 2. Along the mountain gradients, biodiversity is normally greater in the lower altitudes as compared to the higher altitudes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q5·Geography·2011·Atmosphere
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation? 1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. 2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
Q6·Geography·2011·Climatology
What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt? 1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. 2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
Q7·Geography·2011·Physical Geography
The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year. Which one among the following pairs of crops is most suitable for this region?
Q8·Geography·2011·Physical Geography and Climatology
Between India and East Asia, the navigation time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following? 1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia. 2. Opening a new canal across the Kra isthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q9·Geography·2011·Climatology
Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why? 1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. 2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q10·Geography·2011·Indian and World Geography
Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)? 1. The Government intends to use the revenue earned from the disinvestment mainly to pay back the external debt. 2. The Government no longer intends to retain the management control of the CPSEs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?