HPAS GS1 Solved Mains PYQ : UNIT–2 SUB UNIT–2

HPAS GS-I Syllabus & PYQs (Unit-II, Sub-Unit-2)

HPAS General Studies I – Unit II, Sub-Unit 2

PAPER-IV ( GENERAL STUDIES-I ) UNIT–II : SUB UNIT–2 Syllabus

  • Geographical Introduction to India, India as a unit of Geographical Study.
  • Aspects of the Physical Geography of India – Structure and Relief, Climate, Soils and Vegetation, Geomorphic set up (Mountain Ranges and Rivers and other Water Bodies).
  • Human Aspects – Population distribution, Urban Population, Internal Migration.
  • Language and Literacy, Villages and Towns in India.
  • Settlements, Industry and Transport.

PAPER-IV ( GENERAL STUDIES-I ) UNIT–II : SUB UNIT–2 PYQ

Based on the syllabus definition for UNIT–II, SUB UNIT–2 (Geography of India), here are all the relevant questions, arranged chronologically. The bracketed number {} reflects the original question number from the respective examination paper.

2025
  1. Elaborate on the origin and mechanism of the Indian monsoon. (Q. 5, 2025)
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  2. “Resource-rich regions of India are poor in terms of development”. Examine. (Q. 6, 2025)
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  3. Distinguish the geographical aspects of the Malwa Plateau and the Chhota Nagpur Plateau of peninsular India. (Q. 15, 2025)
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  4. Analyze the role of interstate migration in regional disparity in India. (Q. 16, 2025)
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2024
  1. Why is the western coastal plain devoid of any delta? Explain. (Q. 5, 2024)
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  2. Discuss the role of ports in the economic advancement of India. (Q. 6, 2024)
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  3. Divide India into climatic regions and give a brief account of each region. (Q. 15, 2024)
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  4. Give a geographical account for the backwardness of inland navigation in India. (Q. 16, 2024)
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2023
  1. Make a distinction between bhabar and terai. (Q. 5, 2023)
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  2. Meghalaya Plateau is a part of Peninsular India. Elaborate it. (Q. 20, 2023)
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  3. Describe the pattern of winter rainfall in India with a suitable sketch. (Q. 21, 2023)
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  4. Describe air transportation in India and throw light on trunk air routes. (Q. 28, 2023)
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2021
  1. Highlight the major geographical characteristics of Karewas. (Q. 17, 2021)
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  2. How does the physiography of India affect its climate? Explain with examples. (Q. 18, 2021)
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  3. How can depleting groundwater resources be made effective in urban areas of India? (Q. 19, 2021)
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  4. While defining the yellow revolution, explain the problems and strategies for edible oils development in India. (Q. 20, 2021)
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2020
  1. Write a geographical note on the effect of Jhuming on soil. (Q. 6, 2020)
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  2. Write a geographical note on Mantalai Lake. (Q. 7, 2020)
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  3. Make a comparative study of the islands of the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. (Q. 17, 2020)
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  4. ‘Natural vegetation is the outcome of climate.’ Explain the statement with reference to the natural vegetation of India. (Q. 18, 2020)
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  5. Describe the changing morphology of rural settlements in India. (Q. 19, 2020)
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  6. Analyze the distribution of population in India with special reference to areas of very high and very low densities. (Q. 20, 2020)
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2019
  1. What is operation flood in India? (Q. 6, 2019)
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  2. What do you understand by the burst of monsoon in India? (Q. 7, 2019)
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  3. Explain the factors responsible for the distribution of the Sugar Industry in India. (Q. 17, 2019)
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  4. State the geographical factors which influence the rural house type in India. (Q. 18, 2019)
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  5. Highlight various characteristics of monsoonal rainfall in India. (Q. 19, 2019)
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  6. Discuss various measures for the development of drought-prone areas of India. (Q. 20, 2019)
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2018
  1. What do you understand by Nor’Westers (Kaal Baisakhi)? (Q. 6, 2018)
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  2. What are Mangrove forests? (Q. 7, 2018)
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  3. Compare the east-flowing and the west-flowing rivers of the peninsular plateau. (Q. 17, 2018)
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  4. Highlight various socio-demographic consequences of migration. (Q. 18, 2018)
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  5. Examine various reasons for the declining child sex ratio in India. (Q. 19, 2018)
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  6. Classify Indian cities and towns on the basis of specialized functions. Give suitable examples. (Q. 20, 2018)
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2017
  1. What is a river regime? (Q. 6, 2017)
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  2. Briefly describe the objectives of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna in India. (Q. 7, 2017)
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  3. Explain the regional division of the Himalayas with a suitable sketch. (Q. 17, 2017)
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  4. While defining natural vegetation, discuss various factors affecting the distribution of natural vegetation in India. (Q. 18, 2017)
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  5. Write a detailed essay on various facets of population composition in India. (Q. 19, 2017)
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  6. Discuss various problems and prospects of the Indian railway transport system in recent times. (Q. 20, 2017)
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2016
  1. What is Karst Topography? (Q. 7, 2016)
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  2. Explain the types of drainage systems in Peninsular India. (Q. 19, 2016)
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  3. What are the controlling factors of the Indian climate? (Q. 20, 2016)
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  4. Distinguish between natural and man-made disasters. (Q. 22, 2016)
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