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UPSC CSE Mains 2017 — Geography Questions with Answers

All 7 Geography previous-year questions from UPSC CSE Mains 2017, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.Physical Geography

   How does the Juno Mission of NASA help to understand the origin and evolution of the Earth?

2. Q2.Resources & Industry

   "In spite of adverse environmental impact, coal mining is still inevitable for development." Discuss.

3. Q3.Climatology

   How does the cryosphere affect global climate?

4. Q4.Physical Geography

   In the context of the diversity of India, can it be said that the regions form cultural units rather than the states? Give reasons with examples for your viewpoint.

5. Q5.Oceanography

   Account for variations in oceanic salinity and discuss its multi-dimensional effects.

6. Q6.Resources & Industry

   Petroleum refineries are not necessarily located nearer to crude oil producing areas, particularly in many of the developing countries. Explain its implications.

7. Q7.Climatology

   What characteristics can be assigned to monsoon climate that succeeds in feeding more than 50 percent of the world population residing in Monsoon Asia?