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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Which of the following best explains the process behind volcanic eruptions?
Correct
Answer: C. Expansion of gases in magma and crustal weaknesses
Explanation:
Volcanic eruptions occur when magma rises due to high temperature and pressure. As it ascends, gases like CO₂ and SO₂ expand due to dropping pressure, increasing internal force. Weaknesses in Earth’s crust allow this magma to escape violently or steadily, depending on the type of eruption.
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Answer: C. Expansion of gases in magma and crustal weaknesses
Explanation:
Volcanic eruptions occur when magma rises due to high temperature and pressure. As it ascends, gases like CO₂ and SO₂ expand due to dropping pressure, increasing internal force. Weaknesses in Earth’s crust allow this magma to escape violently or steadily, depending on the type of eruption.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Regarding Mount Etna, consider the following statements:
1. It is classified as a shield volcano known for quiet lava flows.
2. Its 2025 eruption was possibly Plinian, characterized by large ash columns.
3. It is located on the west coast of Italy near Venice.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B. 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — Mount Etna is a stratovolcano, not a shield volcano. Statement 2 is correct — some volcanologists classify the June 2025 eruption as Plinian due to the ash column. Statement 3 is incorrect — Etna is on the east coast of Sicily, near Catania, not Venice.
Incorrect
Answer: B. 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — Mount Etna is a stratovolcano, not a shield volcano. Statement 2 is correct — some volcanologists classify the June 2025 eruption as Plinian due to the ash column. Statement 3 is incorrect — Etna is on the east coast of Sicily, near Catania, not Venice.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following is NOT a correct statement about Black Carbon (BC)?
Correct
Answer: B. It stays in the atmosphere longer than CO₂, making it a long-term pollutant.
Explanation:
Black Carbon is a short-lived climate pollutant, unlike CO₂, which persists for centuries. BC has a high warming potential but remains in the atmosphere for only days to weeks, meaning its reduction has immediate benefits. The other statements are factually correct.
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Answer: B. It stays in the atmosphere longer than CO₂, making it a long-term pollutant.
Explanation:
Black Carbon is a short-lived climate pollutant, unlike CO₂, which persists for centuries. BC has a high warming potential but remains in the atmosphere for only days to weeks, meaning its reduction has immediate benefits. The other statements are factually correct.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With respect to the Census of India, consider the following statements:
1. The upcoming census will be India’s first to include caste enumeration.
2. The Census Act of 1948 makes participation voluntary for Indian residents.
3. Census data will directly influence the next delimitation process in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct — the upcoming census is expected to include caste data as a plain list.
Statement 2 is incorrect — participation in the census is mandatory, as per the Census Act, 1948.
Statement 3 is correct — the 84th Constitutional Amendment links the next delimitation to the census post-2026.
Incorrect
Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct — the upcoming census is expected to include caste data as a plain list.
Statement 2 is incorrect — participation in the census is mandatory, as per the Census Act, 1948.
Statement 3 is correct — the 84th Constitutional Amendment links the next delimitation to the census post-2026.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following Ramsar-related statements is/are correct?
1. Khichan and Menar, newly added Ramsar sites, are located in Gujarat.
2. The Ramsar Convention was adopted in 1971 in Iran.
3. Tamil Nadu has the highest number of Ramsar sites among Indian states.
Choose the correct option:
Correct
Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — Khichan and Menar are in Rajasthan, not Gujarat.
Statement 2 is correct — the Ramsar Convention was adopted in 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar.
Statement 3 is also correct — Tamil Nadu currently has the highest number of Ramsar sites (20).
Incorrect
Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — Khichan and Menar are in Rajasthan, not Gujarat.
Statement 2 is correct — the Ramsar Convention was adopted in 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar.
Statement 3 is also correct — Tamil Nadu currently has the highest number of Ramsar sites (20).
