UPSC IAS Mains 2000 to 2024 Geomorphology PYQ

UPSC IAS Mains 2000 to 2024 Geomorphology PYQ & Model Question
(Geomorphology)

Q 1. With reference to the theory of Plate Tectonics, explain the origin and growth of the young Fold Mountain Systems of the world.
Q 2.Present a critical analysis of the theory of Isostasy.
Q 3.Provide a critique of the ‘geographical cycle’ model propounded by Davis.
Q 4.Geosyncline Short Note
Q 5.Explain the sequential development of landforms associated with the coastal areas
Q 6.Describe the landforms which are products of endogenetic forces.
Q 7.Peneplain short note
Q 8.“Structure is a dominant control factor in the evolution of landforms. Discuss with suitable examples.
Q 9.Role of seismic waves in the study of earth’s interior- short notes
Q 10.Critically evaluate the continental drift hypothesis of A. Wegener.
Q 11.Define the concept of isostasy and discuss the postulations of Airy and Pratt.
Q 12.Critically examine the concept of geomorphic cycle and discuss the views of W.M.Davis and W. Penck.
Q 13.Highlight the geomorphic features essentially found in topographies under the Second Cycle of Erosion.
Q 14.Essential conditions for the development of karst topography .
Q 15.” Weathering is a complex phenomenon involving a number of processes and is influenced by various factors.” Elaborate.
Q 16.Geomagnetism and paleomagnetism – short note
Q 17.Name the climatically controlled agents of erosion. Explain how they differ in terms of properties of matter. Compare the landforms produced by each one of them.
Q 18.Paleozoic glacial evidence for Continental Drift. – short note
Q 19.Systems approach to Landform analysis. – short note
Q 20.Differences between Normal cycle and Arid cycle of Davis.
Q 21.Define the term ‘meander’ and describe the basic characteristics of entrenched meander and ingrown meander.
Q 22.Attempt a classification of geomorphic process from zonal point of view.
Q 23.Discuss the continuations of the American School of Denudation in geomorphology.
Q 24.Describe the “Basket of eggs topography”. short note
Q 25.Write a note on pseudovolcanic features.
Q 26.“Landscape is a function of structure, process and stage.” Critique the statement.
Q 27.“Geomorphological changes are largely responsible for environmental hazards in the Q 28.Himalayan region.” Comment with relevant examples.
Q 29.Describe phreatic eruptions and their consequences.
Q 30.Describe the concept of altiplanation
Q 31.The concept of plate tectonics has been derived from the isostasy and continental drift theory . elaborate citing suitable examples.
Q 32.Modes of development of landforms – Comment
Q 33.Classification of geo-movements – Comment
Q 34.Geomorphic processes – Comment
Q 35.Difference between continental and oceanic crust – Comment
Q 36.Sources of geo-magnetic field. – Comment
Q 37.Role of seismic waves in the study of internal condition of earth – Comment
Q 38.Reversal of poles – Comment
Q 39.Geosyncline – Comment
Q 40.Classification of mountains on the basis of origin.
Q 41.Plate tectonics
Q 42.Plate tectonics theory and process of formation of mountains.
Q 43.Classification of landforms – Comment
Q 44.Causes and propagation of tsunami – Comment
Q 45. Davis’s Triangle – Comment
Q 46.Longitudinal and Transverse Profile – Comment
Q 47. Classification of slopes on the basis of elements – Comment
Q 48. Environmental pollution – Comment
Q 49.Throw light on the geomorphological features which are essentially captured in the landforms under the second cycle of erosion.
Q 50.Discuss the views on slope development given by L.C. King.
Q 51.Describe the shapes formed as a result of endogenous forces.
Q52.Structure is an important controlling factor in the origin of topographies. Discuss with suitable examples.
Q 53.Discuss the processes of mechanical and chemical weathering and show their relation with soil formation.
Q 54.Define the earth’s crust and mention the plate tectonic model in relation to its development.
Q 55.Mention the temperature, pressure and density in the interior of the earth and present the condition of the interior of the earth on the basis of seismic waves.

Q 56.Earthquakes are the lamps which throw light on the internal structure of the earth. Confirm this statement with examples.
Q 57.What is geosyncline? Present the concepts of Hall-Dana and Hogg in relation to the development of geosyncline.
Q 58.Critically evaluate Wegener’s continental drift theory.
Q 59.Discuss the limitations of continental drift theory and explain how tectonic theory is superior to it.
Q 60.Explain the difference between continental drift theory and plate tectonic theory.
Q 61.Explain the origin and growth of the world’s young fold mountain systems with reference to the theory of plate tectonics.
Q 62.Present a critical analysis of the equilibrium theory.
Q 63.Define the concept of isostasis and discuss the postulates of Airy and Pratt.
Q 64.Discuss the statement, “Isostasis theory was propounded in India itself.” and write Pratt’s views.
Q 65.Discuss with examples the effects of volcanic activity and plate deformation in the development of visible land.
Q 66.Discuss the concept of volcanism and show how the theory of plate tectonics.
Q 67.explains the mechanism of volcanism and volcanic eruptions.
Q 68.How does a tsunami originate from an earthquake? How does it progress?
Q 69.Critique the ‘geographical cycle’ model propounded by Davis.
Q 70.Discuss the concept of erosion cycle and clearly state the difference between the views of Davis and Penck.
Q 71.Explain the concept of ‘polycyclic landforms’ in any one selected region and
Q 72.Write a geographical essay on denudation chronology.
Q73.What do you mean by waterways and geomorphology? Describe the landforms related to the longitudinal profile of a river and present the concept of sloped profile.
Q 74.Describe the visible land related to the transverse profile of a river.
Q 75.Give a geographical analysis of peneplain, panplain and pediplain.
Q76.What do you mean by slope? Describe the elements of slope and explain the difference between the hypotheses of Davis and Penk regarding the development of slope.
Q 77.Analyze the differences in the models of slope development proposed by Davis and Penk.
Q 78. Mention the importance of geomorphology in our daily life.

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