Oceanography (oceans, currents)

World Physical Geography → GS-I

5 questions • Years 2015–2022

Questions

Years

Year-wise Question Distribution

Number of questions asked each year

201515

201717

201818

201919

202222

Total: 5 questionsPeak year: 2015 (1Q)Avg: 1.0/year

All Questions (5)

2022GS-IWorld Physical GeographyQ19 · 15M · 250W

What are the forces that influence ocean currents? Describe their role in fishing industry of the world.

2019GS-IWorld Physical GeographyQ15 · 15M · 250W

How do ocean currents and water masses differ in their impacts on marine life and coastal environment? Give suitable examples.

2018GS-IWorld Physical GeographyQ16 · 10M · 250W

What are the consequences of spreading of ‘Dead Zones’ on marine ecosystem?

2017GS-IWorld Physical GeographyQ17 · 15M · 250W

Account for variations in oceanic salinity and discuss its multidimensional effects.

2015GS-IWorld Physical GeographyQ19 · 12.5M · 250W

Explain the factors responsible for the origin of ocean currents. How do they influence regional climates, fishing, and navigation?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions on "Oceanography (oceans, currents)" have appeared in UPSC Mains GS-I?▼

5 questions on this subtopic have appeared from 2015 to 2022.

Which years had questions on this subtopic?▼

Questions appeared in: 2022 (1), 2019 (1), 2018 (1), 2017 (1), 2015 (1).