1
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Discuss three indirect methods and three direct methods of dating geological formations and geological events.
GeologyEarth Science
2
20 Marks150 Wordsmedium
What are the characteristics of glacio-fluvial deposits? Discuss five glacio-fluvial depositional landforms with neat diagram.
GeologyGeomorphology
3
15 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Explain the differences between satellite remote sensing and aerial photographs. What are their mutual advantages and limitations?
GeologyGeographyTechnology
4
15 Marks150 Wordshard
Draw a cross-section from north to south and discuss the tectonic framework of the Himalaya.
GeologyEarth Science
5
15 Marks150 Wordsmedium
How do you differentiate between brittle and ductile deformation in rocks?
GeologyEarth Science
6
20 Marksmedium
What are folds? Describe the morphology of the folds. Discuss the criteria of their recognition in the field.
GeologyStructural Geology
7
15 Marksmedium
What are the evidences supporting 'continental drift' theory and what are its limitations?
GeologyEarth Science
8
15 Marksmedium
Describe the spatial, spectral, radiometric and temporal resolutions of a satellite image. Discuss the spatial and temporal resolutions needed for geological, climatological, emergency response and meteorological study.
GeologyGeographyTechnology
9
20 Marksmedium
Briefly describe Global Positioning System (GPS) and its characteristics, its different segments and GPS satellite signals. List any five applications of GPS.
GeologyGeographyTechnology
10
15 Marksmedium
With the help of neat sketches, describe the effect of faults on outcrop pattern.
GeologyStructural Geology
11
15 Marksmedium
What is volcano? Discuss four positive relief features and four negative relief features associated with a volcano.
GeologyVolcanology
12
20 Markshard
What are 'island arc' systems? What are its major characteristics? Draw a schematic section through an island arc system and describe all its components.
GeologyEarth Science
13
15 Marksmedium
What is meant by the term 'drainage pattern'? Draw neat diagrams and illustrate four different drainage patterns, and discuss their significance with respect to lithology and structure.
GeologyGeomorphology
14
15 Marksmedium
What is rock cleavage? Give the significance of cleavage in deciphering the structure of a folded area.
GeologyStructural Geology
15
10 Marks150 Wordseasy
Define index fossils and give the characteristics of a good index fossil.
GeologyPaleontology
16
15 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Describe the mammalian fauna in the Siwalik Supergroup and add a note on the age.
GeologyPaleontology
17
15 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Give a short geological account of 'Deccan volcanic province'.
GeologyVolcanology
18
15 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Describe the geological factors to be considered in the construction of tunnels.
GeologyEngineering Geology
19
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Describe different types of aquifers and list the characteristics of a good aquifer.
GeologyHydrogeology
20
20 Marksmedium
Define microfossil. Describe the characteristics like ecology, shape, size, composition and age range of Foraminifera.
GeologyPaleontology
21
15 Marksmedium
What are cratons? Give a brief account of stratigraphy and evolution of any one Indian craton.
GeologyIndian Geology
22
15 Marksmedium
What are the factors that must be considered during the geological investigation for locating a dam site?
GeologyEngineering Geology
23
20 Marksmedium
Describe the groundwater provinces of India and comment on their hydrogeological potential.
GeologyHydrogeologyIndian Geography
24
15 Marksmedium
Lower Vindhyan Group
GeologyIndian Geology
25
15 Marksmedium
Talchir Formation
GeologyIndian Geology
26
15 Marksmedium
Upper Siwalik Group
GeologyIndian Geology
27
15 Marksmedium
Describe the evolution of Equidae from Eohippus to Equus.
GeologyPaleontology
28
20 Marksmedium
Give an account of stratigraphy of the Aravalli Supergroup.
GeologyIndian Geology
29
15 Marksmedium
Define 'specific yield' and 'specific retention' of aquifers. Explain how they are related to porosity with the help of equations.
GeologyHydrogeology
30
15 Markseasy
What are the objectives of the scientific nomenclature of species? Describe the binomial nomenclature.
GeologyPaleontologyBiology