UPSC 2019 Geography Question 1

Which one of the following statements is not correct?

A. Hepatitis B virus is transmitted much like HIV. | B. Hepatitis B, unlike Hepatitis C, does not have a vaccine. | C. Globally, the number of people infected with Hepatitis B and C viruses are several times more than those infected with HIV. | D. Some of those infected with Hepatitis B and C viruses do not show the symptoms for many years.

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 2

Consider the following statements A digital signature is 1. an electronic record that identifies the certifying authority issuing it 2. used to serve as a proof of identity of an individual to access information or server on Internet 3. an electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchanged Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only | B. 2 and 3 only | C. 3 only | D. 1, 2 and 3

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 3

In the context of digital technologies for entertainment, consider the following statements: 1. In Augmented Reality (AR), a simulated environment is created and the physical world is completely shut out. 2. In Virtual Reality (VR), images generated from a computer are projected onto real-life objects or surroundings. 3. AR allows individuals to be present in the world and improves the experience using the camera of smart-phone or PC. 4. VR closes the world, and transposes an individual, providing complete immersion experience. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only | B. 3 and 4 | C. 1, 2 and 3 | D. 4 only

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 4

Recently, India signed a deal known as 'Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field' with which of the following countries?

A. Japan | B. Russia | C. The United Kingdom | D. The United States of America

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 5

Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as 'General Data Protection Regulation' in April 2016 and started implementation of it from 25th May, 2018?

A. Australia | B. Canada | C. The European Union | D. The United States of America

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 6

With reference to the cultivation of Kharif crops in India in the last five years, consider the following statements: 1. Area under rice cultivation is the highest. 2. Area under the cultivation of jowar is more than that of oilseeds. 3. Area of cotton cultivation is more than that of sugarcane. 4. Area under sugarcane cultivation has steadily decreased. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 3 only | B. 2, 3 and 4 only | C. 2 and 4 only | D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 7

Consider the following statements 1. Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) exchange rates are calculated by comparing the prices of the same basket of goods and services in different countries. 2. In terms of PPP dollars, India is the sixth largest economy in the world. 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: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 8

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017? 1. Pregnant women are entitled for three months pre-delivery and three months post-delivery paid leave. 2. Enterprises with crèches must allow the mother minimum six crèche visits daily. 3. Women with two children get reduced entitlements. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2 only | B. 2 only | C. 3 only | D. 1, 2 and 3

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 9

Consider the following statements: 1. Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is the first regulatory body set up by the Government of India. 2. One of the tasks of PNGRB is to ensure competitive markets for gas. 3. Appeals against the decisions of PNGRB go before the Appellate Tribunals for Electricity. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only | B. 2 and 3 only | C. 1 and 3 only | D. 1, 2 and 3

Topic: Indian and World Geography | Year: 2019 | Subject: Geography

UPSC 2019 Geography Question 10

Consider the following statements: 1. Most of India's external debt is owed by governmental entities. 2. All of India's external debt is denominated in US dollars. 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: 2019 | Subject: Geography

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Geography — UPSC 2019

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Q1·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Q2·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Consider the following statements A digital signature is 1. an electronic record that identifies the certifying authority issuing it 2. used to serve as a proof of identity of an individual to access information or server on Internet 3. an electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchanged Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q3·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
In the context of digital technologies for entertainment, consider the following statements: 1. In Augmented Reality (AR), a simulated environment is created and the physical world is completely shut out. 2. In Virtual Reality (VR), images generated from a computer are projected onto real-life objects or surroundings. 3. AR allows individuals to be present in the world and improves the experience using the camera of smart-phone or PC. 4. VR closes the world, and transposes an individual, providing complete immersion experience. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q4·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Recently, India signed a deal known as 'Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field' with which of the following countries?
Q5·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as 'General Data Protection Regulation' in April 2016 and started implementation of it from 25th May, 2018?
Q6·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
With reference to the cultivation of Kharif crops in India in the last five years, consider the following statements: 1. Area under rice cultivation is the highest. 2. Area under the cultivation of jowar is more than that of oilseeds. 3. Area of cotton cultivation is more than that of sugarcane. 4. Area under sugarcane cultivation has steadily decreased. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q7·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Consider the following statements 1. Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) exchange rates are calculated by comparing the prices of the same basket of goods and services in different countries. 2. In terms of PPP dollars, India is the sixth largest economy in the world. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q8·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017? 1. Pregnant women are entitled for three months pre-delivery and three months post-delivery paid leave. 2. Enterprises with crèches must allow the mother minimum six crèche visits daily. 3. Women with two children get reduced entitlements. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Q9·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Consider the following statements: 1. Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is the first regulatory body set up by the Government of India. 2. One of the tasks of PNGRB is to ensure competitive markets for gas. 3. Appeals against the decisions of PNGRB go before the Appellate Tribunals for Electricity. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q10·Geography·2019·Indian and World Geography
Consider the following statements: 1. Most of India's external debt is owed by governmental entities. 2. All of India's external debt is denominated in US dollars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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