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UPSC 2013 · Q18 · Geography › Physical Geography & Geomorphology · Save

Consider the following:

  1. Electromagnetic radiation
  2. Geothermal energy
  3. Gravitational force
  4. Plate movements
  5. Rotation of the earth
  6. Revolution of the earth

Which of the above are responsible for bringing dynamic changes on the surface of the earth?

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1, 3, 5 and 6 only
(c) 2, 4, 5 and 6 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
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Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
UPSC 2013 · Q24 · Geography › Physical Geography & Geomorphology · Save

Contour bunding is a method of soil conservation used in

(a) desert margins, liable to strong wind action
(b) low flat plains, close to stream courses, liable to flooding
(c) scrublands, liable to spread of weed growth
(d) None of the above
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Answer: (d) None of the above