PPSC: GS Head 5. Indian and World Geography.

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Virtual Water Trade (VWT) ? 1. It refers to the import and export of hidden water in the form of products such as crop products, textiles, machinery and livestock which require water for production. 2. The concept was introduced by Tony Allan in 1993 to explain the import of water intensive products in arid and semi-arid regions in the Middle East and North Africa. 3. The World Water Council is headquartered at Marseille, France. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Match the following pairs : State Dams and Reservoirs 1. Madhya Pradesh — Sriram Sagar Reservoir 2. Andhra Pradesh — Bargi Dam 3. Tamil Nadu — Sholayar Reservoir Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched ?

Consider the following statements about Thal Ghat : 1. It is also called Kasara Ghat. 2. It is located in Maikal Hills. 3. Bhusawal-Kalyan railway line traverses through it. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

Which among the following is a Glaciatic Wetland ?

Choose the incorrect statements : 1. The Mediterranean lands account for more than half of the world's exports of citrus fruits. 2. The Olive tree, native to the Mediterranean region, is a very soil sensitive tree and thrives only in well drained earth. 3. France leads the world trade in fresh grapes with more than 90% share. 4. Cork Oaks are typical species of Mediterranean Evergreen forests. Choose from the code given below :

Choose the correct statements : 1. The gentle slope of continental shelves of Grand Banks of Newfoundland is one of the reasons for it to emerge among the largest fishing grounds of the world. 2. Both pelagic and demersal fish are caught commercially here. 3. Cod is the chief fish caught in the Grand Banks. 4. St. John's, Halifax and Yarmouth are chief ports of Newfoundland from where the fish is exported. Choose the correct option :

Choose the incorrect statement : 1. Sea of Galilee is an example of lava blocked lake in the Jordan Valley. 2. The Tafilalet Oasis in Libya is surrounded by a wall to keep out the dust storms, locally called as simooms. Choose from the code given below :

Choose the incorrect statement among the following : 1. The Hausa are a primarily pastoral tribe of Nigeria for whom cattle is a symbol of wealth. 2. The Bindibu of Australia are primitive hunters and prefer to stay near the source of water.