INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

Speed of wind is measured by:

Instrument used for measuring area on maps is called:

The core of the earth is also known as:

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?

What are the imaginary lines encircling the earth horizontally called?

Which one of the following rivers forms an estuary?

The darkest portion of the shadow cast during an eclipse is:

The deepest ocean of the world is:

Most of the devastating earthquakes are usually caused by:

Match the following:
Mountain Continent
1. Mount Etna a.   Asia
2. Mount K2 b.  Africa
3. Mount Kilimanjaro c.   Europe