INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

Granite and quartzite have which of the following features?

Which of the following methods does not help in conserving soil fertility and moisture?

In terms of size, Neptune ranks no. in our Solar System.

In the context of the characteristic features of the climate of the Tropical Savannah region, consider the following statements: 

1. Savanna type of climate is found between equatorial rainforests and hot deserts.

2. Plants found in Savannas have extra-long roots that are capable of reaching the water table deep beneath the soil. 

3. Soil in Savannas is usually formed by laterization, a type of chemical weathering. 

4. The prevailing winds of the region are the Trade Winds which are strongest during summers.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Lake formed in a cut off river, meander is called:

The space retaining life in any form is called:

Mounds of sand formed by wind action are called:

The disconnected lines drawn on a map for showing slope:

The method of soil conservation in which rocks are piled up to slow down the flow of water which prevents gullies and further soil loss is called?

Which of the following mountain range separates Europe and Asia?