1st PUC Geography Climate, Soil and Forest One Mark Questions and Answers<\/h3>\n
Question 1.
\nWhat type of climate is found in India? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nIndia has \u201cTropical Monsoon\u201d type of climate.<\/p>\n
Question 2.
\nDefine Monsoon. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe word \u2018Monsoon\u2019 is derived from Arabic word \u2018Mousim\u2019 meaning season.<\/p>\n
Question 3.
\nMention the place which records high range of Temperature. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nIn summer the western Rajasthan records more’than 55\u00b0C of temperature.<\/p>\n
Question 4.
\nWhich is the driest season in India? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe summer or hot weather Season from March to End of May.<\/p>\n
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Question 5.
\nName the region which receives \u2018Monsoon outburst\u2019. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe.Malabar Coast of Kerala receives \u2018Monsoon outburst\u2019.<\/p>\n
Question 6.
\nWhich is called \u2018Mawsynram of South India\u2019? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nAgumbe of Karnataka is called \u2018Mawsynram of South India.\u2019<\/p>\n
Question 7.
\nWhy are cyclones formed during North East Monsoon season? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nIn this season due to pressure variation between the Bay of Bengal and main land of India variable winds-cyclones and anti -cyclones originate in the Bay of Bengal.<\/p>\n
Question 8.
\nWhat is mean by \u2018Burst of Monsoon\u2019?
\nAnswer:
\nThe sudden violent onset of rainfall during the period of \u2018Monsoon\u2019 is called the \u2018Burst of Monsoon\u2019.<\/p>\n
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Question 9.
\nName any two local winds which blow in India in the summer season.
\nAnswer:
\n\u2018Loo and Kalabaisakhi are the two local winds which blow in India in the summer season.<\/p>\n
Question 10.
\nWhich wind is responsible for the rainfall experienced over the greater part of India?
\nAnswer:
\nA South-west monsoon winds is responsible for the rainfall experienced over the greater part of India.<\/p>\n
Question 11.
\nWhat is the average annual rainfall of India?
\nAnswer:
\nThe average annual rainfall is 118 cm.<\/p>\n
Question 12.
\nName the place in Southern India which receives highest rainfall from the summer monsoon.
\nAnswer:
\nMahabaleswar receives the highest rainfall in South India from the summer monsoon.<\/p>\n
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Question 13.
\nWhat is Kalabaisaki?
\nAnswer:
\nThe local rainfall of summer season in West-Bengal is called \u2018Kalabaisaki\u2019.<\/p>\n
Question 14.
\nIn which state the South-west monsoon wind enters first.
\nAnswer:
\nThe south west monsoon enters first to the Malabar Coast of Kerala.<\/p>\n
Question 15.
\nDefine Pedology. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe scientific study of soil is known as ‘pedology\u2019.<\/p>\n
Question 16.
\nName the soil which covers vast area of the country. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nAlluvial soil<\/p>\n
Question 17. Question 18. Question 19. Question 20. Question 21. Question 22. Question 23. Question 24. Question 25. Question 26. Question 1. Question 2. Question 3. Question 4. Question 5. Question 6. Question 7. Question 8. Question 9. Question 10. Ex: The max. average temperature at Jodhpur is 33.9\u00b0C and min. Average temperature is 14.9\u00b0C. Hence the annual range of temperature at Jodhpur is 19\u00b0C.<\/p>\n Question 11. Question 12. Question 13. Question 14. Question 15. Question 16. Question 17. Question 18. Industrial and mining activities in the forest regions should be compensated by reforestation.<\/p>\n Question 1. The main factors are monsoon winds.<\/p>\n (i) Location: The northern part of India lies in sub-tropical and temperate zone and the part lying to the south of the tropic of cancer come under tropical zone. The tropical zone being nearer to the Equator, experiences high temperature throughout the year, with small daily and annual range. Tropic of Caner 23 1\/2\u00b0 N latitude passes through the centre of the country. So India is situated both in the tropical and temperate region.<\/p>\n (ii) Mountain Ranges: The lofty Himalayan Mountains have prevented the cold winds of central Asia, and keep India warm. They are also greatly responsible for the monsoon rains in the country.<\/p>\n (iii) Distribution of Land and Water: India is bounded by the Arabian Sea in the west and Bay of Bengal in the east, Indian Ocean in the south. These adjoining seas have influenced the climate of the country considerably. They influence the rainfall of the coastal region. Even the cyclones which originate from these seas regularly affect the weather condition.<\/p>\n (iv) The relief features of India also affect the temperature, air pressure, direction and speed of wind, the amount and distribution of rainfall. The windward side of Western Ghats and north east received high rainfall from June to September.<\/p>\n (v) Monsoon winds: The climatic conditions of other country are greatly influenced by monsoon winds. The winds blow in a particular direction during one season, but get reversed during the other season.<\/p>\n Question 2. In the middle of June the direct rays of the Sun fall on tropic of caner due to shift in the position of the Sun from Equator towards northern hemisphere. Therefore, there is an increase in temperature from south to north. The temperature in the main land of India and nearby land masses is high compared to water bodies of the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n a. The Arabian Sea branch: The Arabian Sea branch of the south-west monsoon strikes the western coast of India in Kerala on the 1st June. Arabian sea winds by carrying more moisture blow along the western coast of India and cause heavy rainfall in the western part of Western Ghats due to obstruction. These winds behave like sea breeze and cause continuous rainfall I the wind ward side of the Western Ghats tHl they lose their moisture.<\/p>\n Agumbe of Karnataka receives the highest rainfall during this season. This regions coming under southeast monsoon winds receive good rainfall wherever they get obstruction by hills and plateaus.<\/p>\n b. The Bay of Bengal branch blow from water bodies towards the Indian mainland due to variation in pressure. These winds carry moisture form the Bay of Bengl and blow along eastern coast and finally reach north eastern hills. In its path, whenever this wind receives obstruction, they cause good rainfall. The eastern part of Eastern Ghats and north astern hills receive heavy rainfall. These winds after crossing eastern coast merge the Arabian sea winds.<\/p>\n The Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal winds, after merging, blow towards north eastern regions of India. The shape of the Himalayan Mountains and northeastern hills greatly obstruct these winds. Therefore the Meghalaya plateau region, particularly Nokrek areas of Mawsynram and cheerapunji, receive very high rainfall. This place is popularly called Rainiest or wettest place on the Earth.<\/p>\n The southwest monsoon after crossing northeastern region blow towards east. Since the Himalayas obstruct these winds they have to take westerly direction and blow along the foothills of Himalayas. The shift in the direct6 sun rays from Tropic of Cancer towards Equator results in the gradual disappearance of southwest monsoons. Indian economy depends on the Monsoons to a large extent.<\/p>\n Question 3. December is the beginning of cold weather season and it extends up to February. The annual average temperature is around 18\u00b0 C. In the northern parts of the plains temperature falls below 5\u00b0C. January is the coldest month in the year. Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, UP and parts of Bihar record very low temperature with snow storms. Though the rainfall is small, in some parts on North India it is beneficial for Rabi crops. Annual rainfall in this season is around 2%.<\/p>\n The Summer Season (March to May): The summer season is also known as hot weather season. It begins in March and continues up to May. During this season there is gradual increase n temperature from south north due to shifting of Sun rays from Tropic of Capricorn towards the Equator. In this period south Indian states- Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala record high temperature.<\/p>\n Some part of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka record more than 40\u00b0 C of temperature. Sri Ganganagar of Rajasthan has recorded the highest temperature of above 52\u00b0 C. The average temperature of the country will be around 24\u00b0 C. In this season some parts of India receive convectional rainfall. During this season the country receives 10% of the annual rainfall.<\/p>\n Question 4. These winds blow along the eastern coast of India and Bay of Bengal. In this season due to pressure variation between the Bay of Bengal and main land of India variable winds cyclones take birth in this season and cause great damage in the eastern coast of India. The coastal areas of Tamilnadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and West Bengal come under the frequent effect of cyclones. Some cyclones recorded in the last few years are Bola, Nargis, Nisha, Laila, jal, Neelam etc.<\/p>\n Question 5. The main types of soil in India are:<\/p>\n 1. Alluvial soil: This soil is formed by depositional work of rivers and they are mainly found in the flood plains and deltas. Alluvial soil covers largest geographical are in the country. They are mainly distributed in the river plains of the Ganga, Brahmaputra and the Indus. Uttar Pradesh has the largest area under alluvial soil. It is also found in the deltas of east flowing rivers. Alluvial soils are classified into two types.<\/p>\n 2. Black soil: The black soils covered more area in peninsular plateau. This soil is also called \u2018Cotton soil\u2019 or \u201cRegur soil\u201d. It is derived from the weathered basalt rocks. This soil holds water from long period and become hard whenever it is dry. It is light-black to dark-black in colour. Maharashtra and Gujarat Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamilnadu. Black soils are good for Cotton, Sugarcane, Tobacco, Pulses, Millets, Citrus fruits, etc.<\/p>\n 3. Red soil: This soil is formed by the weathered granite rocks. It is red in colour and rich in ferrous content. Red soil covers the second largest area in the country. Largest parts of peninsular region are covered with red soil. TamilNadu has the largest distribution of this soil in the country. Rice, Ragi, Jowar, Groundnut, Tobacco, Millets are the major crops cultivated in this soil.<\/p>\n 4. Laterite soil: The hot and humid tropical regions of India are rich in laterite soil. This soil is derived from the fragmentation and disintegration of rocks in the mountain ranges. It is mainly found in the Western Ghats, parts of Eastern Ghats and Northeastern hills of India. Plantation crops like Tea, coffee, Rubber, Cashew nut are cultivated in this soil.<\/p>\n 5. Desert soil: This soil is also called arid soil. They are mainly found in the desert and semi-desert regions of Western and North western parts of India. This soil has the least water holding capacity and humus content. Generally it is not suitable for cultivation of crops. This soil is mainly found in Rajasthan, parts of Gujarat and Haryana. With water facility crops like Bajra, Pulses and Guar ar cultivated in this soil.<\/p>\n 6. Mountain Soil: The Himalayan mountain valleys and hill slopes are covered with Mountain or Forest soil. It is found in the mountain slopes of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Utarkhand regions, Crops like Tea, Almond, saffron are cultivated in this soil.<\/p>\n Question 6. The prevention of soil erosion as well as the protection and maintenance of the Fertility of the soil. The important measures followed in the Conservation of soil are:<\/p>\n Question 7. According to geo-climatic conditions, forests are classified into:<\/p>\n a. Evergreen Forests: These forests are found in the regions of heavy rainfall and high temperature. Tall umbrella shaped trees with dense assemblage is a prominent feature of this forest. The eve4rgree forest always looks green because various species of trees are found here and they shed leaves in different seasons.<\/p>\n The hardwood trees, rose wood, white cedar, toon, gurjan, chaplash, ebony, Mahogany, canes, bamboo, shisham etc. These are found in North-east India, Western Ghats, Andaman and Nicobar islands, parts of Assam and some areas of Himalayan foot hills.<\/p>\n b. The Deciduous forests: The deciduous forest covers a wide range of rainfall regimes. The trees of these forests seasonally shed their leaves. The Indian deciduous forest is found in a range of landscapes from the plains to the hills. These forests provide shelter to most endangered wild life in the country, such as the Tiger, Asian Elephant, Bison, Gaur etc. The deciduous forest are two types<\/p>\n (i) Moist Deciduous forests: The moist deciduous forests are found in wet regions, receiving annual rainfall between 100cm to 200cam and temperature of 25\u00b0 C to 30\u00b0 C. The trees of these forests shed their leaves during spring and early summer. They are found on the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats, Chota Nagpur Plateau, the siwaliksetc.<\/p>\n (ii) The Dry Deciduous Forests: The dry deciduous forest are found I the areas where annual rainfall is between 50cm to 150 cm and temperature of 25\u00b0 C to 30\u00b0 C. Sal is the most significant tree found in this forest. Varieties of acacia and bamboo are also fund here. These forests are found in areas of central Deccan plateau, South-east of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.<\/p>\n (iii) The mountain forests: As the name indicates these forests are confined to the Himalayan region, where the temperature is less compared to other parts of the country. The trees in this forest are cone shape with needle like leaves. The important trees are oak, fir, pin e spruce, silver fir, deodhar, devdar, juniper, picea chestnut etc. They provide softwood for making country boats, packing materials and sport articles.<\/p>\n c. The Desert forests: These forests are found in the areas of very low rainfall. Thorny bushes, shrubs, dry grass, acacia, cacti and babul are the important vegetation found in these forests. The Indian wild date known as \u2018Khejurs\u201d, is common in the deserts. They have spine leaves, long roots and thick fleshy stems in which they store water to survive during the long drought. These vegetations are found in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Haryana.<\/p>\n d. The Mangrove Forests: These forests occur along the river deltas (Ganga, Mahanadi. Godavari and Krishna) of eastern coast and also concentrated in the coastal areas of Katchch, Kathiawar, and Gulf of Khambar. The mangrove forests in the Ganga delta are called Sunder bans because, they have extensive growth of Sundari trees. The trees in these forests are hard, durable and are used in boat making and as fuel. In the recent years mangrove vegetation is being grown I the coastal areas to control effects of tidal waves and coastal erosion.<\/p>\n Question 8. The important benefits are:<\/p>\n Question 9. The important measures of conservation of forest are:<\/p>\n Question 10. The Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB) of UNESCO was established in 1971 to promote interdisciplinary approaches to management, research and education in ecosystem conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. Eight of the eighteen biosphere reserves are a part of the world network of Biosphere reserves, based on the UNESCO man and the Biosphere Programme list.<\/p>\n The objectives of Biosphere reserves:<\/p>\n Karnataka 1st PUC Geography Question Bank Chapter 10 Climate, Soil and Forest You can Download Chapter 10 Climate, Soil and Forest Questions and Answers, Notes, 1st PUC Geography Question Bank with Answers\u00a0Karnataka State Board Solutions help you to revise complete Syllabus and score more marks in your examinations. 1st PUC Geography Climate, Soil and Forest …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[81],"tags":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8772"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8772"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8772\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8772"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8772"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kseebsolutions.guru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8772"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nWhy Black soil is called Regur soil? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThis soil derived from the weathered basalt rock. This soil holds water form long period and become hard whenever it is dry.<\/p>\n
\nWhere do we see Laterite soil? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nLaterite soil found in Western Ghats, parts of Eastern Ghats and North eastern hills of India.<\/p>\n
\nWhat is Humus?
\nAnswer:
\nDecomposed organic material found in the soil is called Humus.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nState the type of soil that is found in the heavy rainfall regions?
\nAnswer:
\nThe laterite soils re found in the heavy rainfall regions.<\/p>\n
\nWhich soil is suitable for cotton cultivation?
\nAnswer:
\nThe black soil is suitable for cotton crop.<\/p>\n
\nWhich is highest fertile soil?
\nAnswer:
\nThe mountain soil (Forest soil) is fertile soil<\/p>\n
\nWhere is Green Gold? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe forest and their resources are useful to man in various forms. Therefore, they are called \u2018Green Gold\u2019.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nMention the average forest cover of the country. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe average forest cover of the country is 22.50%.<\/p>\n
\nWhich forest has high economic value trees? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nMonsoon forest has high economic value trees.<\/p>\n
\nWhere do we find Dehang Debaqg Biosphere reserve? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nArunachal Pradesh.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n1st PUC Geography Climate, Soil and Forest Two Marks Questions And Answers<\/h3>\n
\nWhy India is called \u2018Meteorological Unit\u2019? (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nMonsoons are the periodic winds in which there is reversal of wind direction periodically. On account of the variability in climatic conditions, seasonally and regionally, India is called \u2018Meteorological Unit\u2019.<\/p>\n
\nMention any two convectional rainfall of India. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThey are \u201cMango Showers\u201d in Kerala, \u201ccherry Blossoms\u201d in Karnataka and \u201cKalabiashaki\u201d in West Bengal and Assam.<\/p>\n
\nWrite the significance of Monsoon. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe climatic conditions of the country are greatly influenced by monsoon winds. The winds blow in a particular direction west monsoon winds blow from south west to north east, while north east, while north east monsoon winds blow from northeast to south west.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nMention the annual average rainfall of different seasons in India.
\nAnswer:
\nThe season-wise distribution of rain fall is<\/p>\n\n
\nWrite a short note on Retreating Monsoon?
\nAnswer:
\nThe season of Retreating Monsoon is the period of Transition. During the period of transition low pressure of the north-west shifts to the Bay of Bengal. It results in the formation of cyclones over the Bay. These cyclones cause havoc on the coasts of Orissa and Andhra Pradesh.<\/p>\n
\nWhy does India have a monsoon type of climate?
\nAnswer:
\nIndia has monsoon climate because there is a seasonal reversal in the wind system in India. During summer winds blow from sea to land and During winter winds blow from land to sea.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nWhat is meant by the word \u2018Monsoon\u2019?
\nAnswer:
\nThe word \u2018Monsoon\u2019 is derived form the Arabic word \u2018Mausam\u2019 which means season. Hence, the word \u2018Monsoon\u2019 implies the seasonal reversal in the wind pattern over the year. It reveals the rhythm of season and changes in direction of winds. There is also ca change in the distribution pattern of rainfall and temperature with the change of seasons. The monsoon winds move six months from sea to land and another six months from land to sea,<\/p>\n
\nMention major factors affecting the climate of our country.
\nAnswer:<\/p>\n\n
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\nWhat are the branches of south-west monsoon winds?
\nAnswer:
\nThe south-west monsoons are divided into two branches. They are:<\/p>\n\n
\nWhat is annual range of temperature? Explain it by giving one example.
\nAnswer:
\nThe difference between the maximum average temperature and minimum average temperature of a place over twelve months is known as annual range of temperature.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nMention the importance of Red soil. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThis soil is formed by the weathered granite rocks. It is red in colour and rich in ferrous content. Red soil covers the second largest area in the country. Largest part of peninsular region is covered with red soil. Tamil Nadu has the largest distribution of this soil in the country. Rice, Ragi, Jowar, Groundnut oil seeds are the main crops cultivated in this soil.<\/p>\n
\nName any four factors that affect soil erosion. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nHigh Temperature, Rainfall wind and waves are the natural agents. Deforestation, over grazing, shifting cultivation, unscientific methods of agriculture cause soil erosion.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nState four best measures in the conservation of soil. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nAfforestation, control of over grazing, contours ploughing. Terrace farming, Erection of bunds, construction of check dams, crop rotation, and control of shifting Cultivation are the best measures in the soil conservation.<\/p>\n
\nState the characteristics of Laterite soils.
\nAnswer:
\nThe important characteristics of Laterite soils are: Laterite soils are red in colour. They are rich in Iron and Aluminum, but poor in potash, Lime, Nitrogen and Phosphoric Acid. They are less retentive of moisture. They are poor in fertility. But they respond very well to manuring. So, with the help of manuring they can be used for the cultivation of plantation crops, such as Tea, Coffee, Spices, Rubber, etc.<\/p>\n
\nName the states which have the highest and the lowest forest areas in the country. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nMadhya Pradesh (44.8%) is the highest and Haryana state 2.6% is the lowest forest areas in the country.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nWrite the salient features of Evergreen forest. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThese forests are found in the regions of heavy rainfall (above 250 cm) and high temperature (above 27\u00b0 C) Tall umbrella shaped trees with dense assemblage is a prominent feature of this forest. The evergreen forests always look green because, various species of trees are found here and they shed leaves in different seasons.<\/p>\n
\nWhat is Mangrove forest? Why has it become important in the recent years?
\n(T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nMangroves are trees and shrubs that grow in saline coastal habitats in the tropics and subtropics in India. The trees in these forests are hard, durable and are used in boat making and as fuel, in the recent years mangrove vegetation is being grown in the coastal areas to control effects of tidal waves and coastal erosion.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nMention any four measures of conservation of forest. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nProtection and preservation of forest is known as conservation. The important measures of conservation of forest are:<\/p>\n\n
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\nWhat is Climate? Explain the factors that determine the climate of India. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe average weather condition of place for a long period like 30-33 years in known in known as climate. India\u2019s climate is said to be \u201cTropical Monson\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nExplain the South West Monsoon season with the help of map. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe south-west monsoon winds as starts in June and ends in mid-September. It is also known as advancing monsoon season or rainy season. During this season, India gets more than 75% of its annual rainfall and more than 90% of the country\u2019s area receives downpour. It is the prime season for Kharif crops.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nBriefly explain the characteristics features of winter and summer. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe winter season (December to February): It is also called cold weather season. In this season direct rays of the Sun fall on Tropic of Capricorn. The temperature in the country is not uniform from north to south. Regions lying to the north of tropic of cancer record low temperature compared to regions in the south. There is a general decrease in temperature from south to north.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nGive details of North East Monsoon season. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThis season is also called North East Monsoon Season. It starts in the middle of September and extends up to middle of December. On September 23rd the direct rays of the sun falls on Equator. Therefore, there is a change in temperature and pressure in the land and water bodies. In this period the Indian sub-continent. The high pressure formed in the northern part of Bay of Bengal results in movement of wind from northeastern part of India towards southwestern region.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nWhat is Soil? Explain the major types of soils. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nSoil is the minute or finer rock particles found on the surface of the Earth. It is formed naturally, due to the weathering of rocks, under the influence of climate.<\/p>\n\n
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\nExplain soil erosion and conservation of soil. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe removal or wearing away of the top soil by various natural agents and man-made factors is called \u2018Soil Erosion\u2019. High temperature, Rainfall wind and waves are the natural agents and deforestation, over grazing, shifting cultivation, improper and unscientific methods of agriculture are human activities cause soil erosion. In the hilly regions rainfall and temperature cause more soil erosion. In coastal area sea waves and in desert winds is the dominant factor s in the soil erosion process.<\/p>\n\n
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\nDescribe the major types of forest in India.(T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe peninsular region of India has the largest forest cover with around 57% of the total forest area.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\nBriefly explain the importance of forests. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nForests are the one of the important natural resources. They provide various benefits to mankind and environment.<\/p>\n\n
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\nExplain the important measures of conservation of forest. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nThe conservation of forest is concerned with proper utilization of forest, protection from destructive influences, misuses of forests etc.<\/p>\n\n
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\nWhat are Biosphere reserves? Mention the important biosphere reserves of India. (T.B Qn)
\nAnswer:
\nA biosphere Reserve is a unique and representative ecosystem of terrestrial and coastal areas .The regions surrounding the biosphere reserves would be utilized for the research and experimentation in developing forest and other products.<\/p>\n\n
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\n Sl.No<\/strong><\/td>\n Name of the Biosphere reserve<\/strong><\/td>\n State<\/strong><\/td>\n Estd.Year<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 1.<\/td>\n Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve<\/td>\n Tamilnadu, Kerala, Karnataka<\/td>\n 2000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 2.<\/td>\n Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve<\/td>\n Tamil Nadu<\/td>\n 2001<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 3.<\/td>\n Sunder bans Biosphere Reserve<\/td>\n West Bengal<\/td>\n 2001<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 4.<\/td>\n Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve<\/td>\n Uttarkhand<\/td>\n 2004<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 5.<\/td>\n Nokrek Biosphere Reserve<\/td>\n Meghalaya<\/td>\n 2009<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 6.<\/td>\n Panchmarhi Biosphere Reserve<\/td>\n Madhya Pradesh<\/td>\n 2009<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 7.<\/td>\n Simlipal Biosphere reserve<\/td>\n Odisha<\/td>\n 2008<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 8.<\/td>\n Achanakmar-Amarkantak<\/td>\n Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand<\/td>\n 2012<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"