UPSC 2025: Consider the following statements: Statement I: Scientific studies suggest that a shift is taking place in the Earth's rotation and axis. Statement II: Solar flares and associated coronal mass ejections bombarded the Earth's outermost atmosphere with tremendous amount of energy. Statement III: As the Earth's polar ice melts, the water tends to move towards the equator. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

The correct answer is option (b): Both Statement II and Statement III are correct but only one of them explains Statement I. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.

This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2025, GS Paper 1, as Question 33. It falls under Geography > Astronomy & Earth–Sun System.

This question is rated "moderate". It requires sound conceptual understanding of the topic.

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