BPSC CCE Prelims
World Geography Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
Solved Previous Year Questions (PYQs) for World Geography in BPSC CCE Prelims in English & Hindi Medium.
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Which of the following Isthmuses has been known as the 'Devil's Neck'?
Detailed Explanation:
Kra Isthmus in southern Thailand is the narrowest part of the Malay Peninsula, historically nicknamed "Devil's Neck" due to its treacherous terrain and strategic location.
It separates the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) from the Gulf of Thailand (Pacific Ocean) and has been proposed for the Kra Canal project to create a shipping shortcut.
Ladang refers to -
Detailed Explanation:
Ladang is the local term for shifting cultivation practiced in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Farmers clear forest land by slash-and-burn method, cultivate for 2-3 years until soil fertility declines, then abandon it and move to a new patch—similar to Jhum cultivation in Northeast India.
Tropic of Cancer is passes through which State ?
Detailed Explanation:
The Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) passes through eight Indian states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram.
Among the given options, only Madhya Pradesh lies on this line. Odisha is south of the Tropic, while Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya are north of it.
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Which is the oldest mountain of South America continent ?
Detailed Explanation:
Pacaraima Mountains in the Guiana Highlands are among the oldest geological formations on Earth, with rock formations dating back over 2 billion years.
The Andes Mountains formed approximately 50 million years ago through tectonic plate collision, making them significantly younger than Pacaraima.
Which longitude separates Canada and Alaska?
Detailed Explanation:
The 141° W longitude forms the international boundary between Canada (Yukon Territory) and Alaska (USA).
This boundary was established by the Anglo-Russian Convention of 1825 between Britain and Russia, and continued after the United States purchased Alaska in 1867.
Which of the following is the playground of Europe?
Detailed Explanation:
Switzerland is known as the "Playground of Europe" due to its Alpine scenery, adventure sports (skiing, hiking), and luxury tourism destinations.
The term was popularized by British travel writers in the 19th century, highlighting the country's mountain resorts, pristine lakes, and year-round recreational attractions.
Which is the mountain range along the Mediterranean Coast of Asia Minor?
Detailed Explanation:
Taurus Mountains run parallel to the Mediterranean coast of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), extending from the Aegean Sea to eastern Turkey.
The range separates the coastal Mediterranean region from the central Anatolian Plateau, with peaks like Mount Demirkazik (3,756 m). Other options: Kirthar (Pakistan), Alborz (Iran), and Pontic (Black Sea coast) are not on the Mediterranean coast.
Which of the following is not associated with Australia Continent
Detailed Explanation:
Lake Eyre is Australia's largest salt lake located in South Australia.
Nullarbor Plain is a vast, treeless limestone plateau stretching across southern Australia.
Mount Selwyn is part of the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, Australia.
Salween River Valley is located in Myanmar, Thailand, and China – not associated with the Australian continent.
Choose the odd pair among the following options.
Detailed Explanation:
Gobi Desert is located in Mongolia and northern China – correct pairing.
Kalahari Desert is in Southern Africa (Botswana, Namibia, South Africa), not America – incorrect pairing.
Thar Desert is in India and Pakistan – correct pairing.
Sahara Desert is in North Africa – correct pairing.
Hence, Option 2 (Kalahari: America) is the odd pair.
Dalmetian Coast is
Detailed Explanation:
The Dalmatian Coast is a classic example of a submergent coastline formed in karst topography along the eastern Adriatic Sea (mainly Croatia).
Parallel limestone ridges and valleys were created by erosion of soluble limestone; when sea levels rose, valleys were submerged, forming elongated islands and inlets parallel to the shore—characteristic of karst foot-hill submergence.
Strait of Hormuz connects
Detailed Explanation:
Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, serving as a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil shipments.
Bab el-Mandeb connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, and the Suez Canal links the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.
The Andes extends along which of the following?
Detailed Explanation:
The Andes is the world's longest continental mountain range, stretching approximately 7,000 km along the west coast of South America.
It runs through seven countries—Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina—parallel to the Pacific Ocean.
Which type of rock is formed from cooling and solidification of lava?
Detailed Explanation:
Igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of molten lava (on Earth's surface) or magma (below surface).
Common examples include basalt (fine-grained), pumice (porous), and obsidian (glassy texture).
Which of the following human races inhabits China, Mongolia, and Japan?
Detailed Explanation:
Mongoloid race traditionally refers to populations native to East Asia, including China, Mongolia, and Japan.
Characteristic features include epicanthic eye folds, straight black hair, and flatter facial profiles.
Which of the following is an iron ore?
Detailed Explanation:
Limonite is a hydrated iron oxide (FeO(OH)·nH₂O) and an important secondary iron ore.
Cinnabar is mercury sulfide (HgS), Bauxite is aluminium ore (Al₂O₃·nH₂O), and Pyrite is iron sulfide (FeS₂) with high sulfur content, making it unsuitable for iron extraction.