Description : Why is unfavourable female sex ratio found in India and other South Asian Countries? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Widespread gender discrimination and high mortality rate of female child during birth. (ii) Lower socio-economic status of women. High female infant mortality due negligence and lack ... male child which results in high female foeticide and female infanticide. Domestic violence against women.
Description : Which South American country has borders only with Brazil and Argentina?
Last Answer : Uruguay
Description : Name the big and small countries of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : Countries of South America in order of size 1. Brazil 2. Argentina 3. Peru 4. Columbia 5. Bolivia 6. Venezuela 7. Chile 8. Paraguay 9. Ecuador 10. Guyana 11. Uruguay 12. Surinam 13. French Guiana (French territory).
Description : All countries of South America have coastal line except _______. -Geography
Last Answer : b) Bolivia, Paraguay
Description : Why are natives of south American continent called Red-Indians? -Geography
Last Answer : When Christopher Columbus reached the continent around 1498 A.D, he mistook it for India and called the brown coloured natives as the Red Indians.
Description : Central and South American minors flooding US borders, a cartel diversion or just unusual circumstance?
Last Answer : It’s a refugee crisis. And it’s not distracting anyone from the cartels.
Description : Name the countries which share borders with India. -Geography 9th
Last Answer : China, Pakistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Nepal and Bangladesh.
Description : Name the largest and the smallest country of South America ? -Geography
Last Answer : Brazil is the largest and French Guyana is the smallest country in South America.
Description : Which country has the most borders with other countries ?
Last Answer : China has the largest border wall with any country.
Description : Why do Mexico and other countries in Central America lag behind in industrial development? -Geography
Last Answer : They lag behind in industrial development because most of these countries are small and do not have adequate power resources and raw materials needed for industrial development.
Description : The lowest point of land on earth is on the border between which two countries? a. Mexico and the U.S. c. Holland and Belgium b. Israel and Jordan d. Denmark and Germany
Last Answer : b. Israel and Jordan
Description : What do you think of as the American South?
Last Answer : I see it as states that formed the Confederacy.
Description : Make a list of important countries of North America. -Geography
Last Answer : There are 24 countries in North America. Canada, United States of America and Mexico are three large countries by their size.
Description : Name the countries which are famous for dairying in Europe. -Geography
Last Answer : Dairying is greatly developed in Denmark, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany and Britain. But Denmark is more important for dairying. The European countries export their dairy products, e.g., cheese, condensed milk, butter, chocolate, etc.
Description : Which African countries are rich in diamond reserves? -Geography
Last Answer : Botswana, Zaire, South Africa, Angola, Namibia and Ghana.
Description : What was the main aim to form GATT by some countries of the world? -Geography
Last Answer : GATT was formed by some countries in 1994 as permanent institution for looking after the promotion of free and fair trade amongst nations.
Description : Discuss the problems of rural settlements in the developing countries of the world. -Geography
Last Answer : Problems of Rurjil Settlement (i) Rural settlements in the developing countries are large in number and poorly equipped with infrastructure. (ii) Supply of water to rural settlements in developing countries ... rain and flood, the houses made up of mud, wood, thatch remain susceptible to damage.
Description : Discuss the environmental problems of the urban settlements in the developing countries of the world. -Geography
Last Answer : Environmental Problems: (i) The large urban population in developing countries not only uses but also disposes of a huge quantity of water and all types of waste materials. (ii) Many ... countries, which put an great pressure on urban infrastructure and services that are under serious stress.
Description : Name two countries with medium density of population of Europe. -Geography
Last Answer : Norway and Sweden.
Description : ‘Some countries of the world have a high Human Development Index’. Try to find out reasons for such a scenario. -Geography
Last Answer : The reasons why some countries of the world have a high Human Development Index are: (a) Pattern of government expenditure on the social sector, that is, how much is being spent ... in these countries is not very high. Providing education and healthcare is an important government priority.
Description : Highlight the features of Commercial Livestock Rearing, practised in the developed and developing countries. -Geography
Last Answer : Unlike nomadic herding, commercial livestock rearing is more organised and capital intensive. Commercial livestock ranching is essentially associated with western cultures and is practiced on ... and United States of America are important countries where commercial livestock rearing is practised
Description : Analyse the problems associated with Urban Settlements in developing countries. -Geography
Last Answer : Major problems of urban settlements in developing countries are: Economic problems- over urbanization or uncontrolled urbanization in developing countries is due to large scale in-migration of rural ... severely pollutes the air. Huge concrete structures of buildings create heat in the cities.
Description : The Zambezi river is part of the border between which two countries? -Geography
Last Answer : The Zambezi river is part of the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Hope it helps :) Stay Safe, Stay Curious, Keep Learning, Keep Growing..... Thankyou!!!
Description : The Oder river is part of the border between which two countries? -Geography
Last Answer : The Oder river is part of the border between Germany and Poland. Hope it helps :) Stay Safe, Stay Curious, Keep Learning, Keep Growing..... Thankyou!!!
Description : The Limpopo river is part of the border between which two countries? -Geography
Last Answer : The Limpopo river is part of the border between South Africa and Botswana. Hope it helps :) Stay Safe, Stay Curious, Keep Learning, Keep Growing..... Thankyou!!!
Description : The Rhine river is part of the border between which two countries? -Geography
Last Answer : The Rhine river is part of the border between Germany and France. Hope it helps :) Stay Safe, Stay Curious, Keep Learning, Keep Growing..... Thankyou!!!
Description : The Danube river is part of the border between which two countries? -Geography
Last Answer : The Danube river is part of the border between Hungary and Slovakia. Hope it helps :) Stay Safe, Stay Curious, Keep Learning, Keep Growing..... Thankyou!!!
Description : Explain the location and extent of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : The continent lies mainly in the Southern and Western hemispheres. The continent is broader in the north and tapers towards the south. Latitudinal extent is 12°N to 56°S. Longitudinal extent is 35°W to ... pacific ocean lies in the West and the south is bordered by the icy waters of Antarctica.
Description : Which is the largest waterfall of the World found in South America? On which river it is formed? -Geography
Last Answer : Angel Falls is the world’s highest waterfall. It is formed on river Churn a tributary of Orinoco, in the Guyana shield.
Description : Mention the important grasslands of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : The grasslands of South America as known as Uanos in Venezuela, Campos in Brazil and Pampas in Argentina.
Description : Name the important plants and wild animals of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : 1. Equatorial Region Selvas are the largest rain forests in the world. The important trees are mahogany, ebony, log wood and rubber, Anaconda is one of world's largest snakes. Armadillo is a ... is a flightless bird. Some of the other animals are puma, mountain tapir, dwarf deer and chinchillas.
Description : Mention the important racial groups found in South America. -Geography
Last Answer : The inhabitants of South America belong to mixed racial groups. Europeans settled here in search of gold and other natural resources. Slaves were brought from Africa to work in plantations. The natives are Red Indians. Inter marriage among these groups formed mixed races.
Description : Name the important cities with high density of population in South America? -Geography
Last Answer : Most of the population of South America is concentrated in big cities and ports like Buenes Aires, Rio-de-Janerio, Valparaiso, Sao Paulo etc., Density of population is mainly found in the coastal belt.
Description : Name any two islands in the Southern part of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : Falkland, Galapagos, Hornos Islands etc.
Description : Which is the major ocean route between North America and South America? -Geography
Last Answer : The Panama canal is the major ocean route between North America and South America.
Description : Which bird is the biggest bird of prey and which bird cannot fly in south America? -Geography
Last Answer : The candor is the biggest bird of prey and Andean Condor bird which cannot fly.
Description : Which is the largest reptile that lives in the rain forest of South America? -Geography
Last Answer : Anaconda is the largest reptile that lives in the rain forest.
Description : Where are the giant tortoise found in South America? -Geography
Last Answer : The giant tortoise are found in the Galapagos Islands.
Description : What are the major physical divisions of South America? -Geography
Last Answer : The major physical divisions of South America are The Andes mountains The Eastern highlands The Central lowlands The Western Coastal plains
Description : Which regions in South America have Mediterranean type of climate and why? -Geography
Last Answer : North and Central Chile coastal region has warm summers and mild winters with rainfall in winter. Therefore this region has Mediterranean type of climate.
Description : Name the important crops of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : The most important crops of South America are maize, wheat, rice, coffee, cotton, sugarcane etc.
Description : Which are the major cocoa producing regions in South America? -Geography
Last Answer : Cocoa is produced on a large scale in the coastal regions of Brazil. Columbia and Ecuador are the other producers of Cocoa.
Description : Describe the river system of South America. -Geography
Last Answer : The Amazon river rises in the Andes and is the longest river in South America and the largest in the world. It is navigable to a great extent along its course. The Orinoco is another important river system. The combined river system of Parana, Paraguay and Uruguay is called La Plata.
Description : Give a reason for each of the following : 1. Most of the South Indian states are not suitable for development of canal irrigation. -Geography
Last Answer : 1. The South Indian region being rocky is difficult to dig. Most of the South Indian rivers are non perennial. 2. Water is basic input in agriculture. So conservation of water is must ... in India is very uncertain, which increases the element of risk and makes crop production rather difficult.
Description : State two reasons why tank irrigation is popular in South India. -Geography
Last Answer : Tank irrigation is popular in South India because : (i) The hard rocks underlying large areas in the deccan do not allow percolation of water easily. (ii) The undulating surface forms natural depressions.
Description : Give two important characteristics of the South West Monsoon rainfall. -Geography
Last Answer : Characteristics of S. W. Monsoon rainfall: (i) Orographic in nature (ii) Uncertain in amount and time.
Description : Name any two large sugar producing states, one each in north and south India. -Geography
Last Answer : Two large sugar producing states are : In North—Uttar Pradesh In South—Maharashtra
Description : Give geographical reasons for: (i) The rivers of South India are easier to tap for power than the rivers of North India. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) The rivers of South India flow over the plateau region and therefore are swift flowing, which are easier to generate power. (ii) As the Northen Plains have a low relief, road and railways are easier to lay down. (iii) Answer has not given due to out of present syllabus.
Description : Name the two South Asian economists who worked together to bring out the initial Human Development Report. -Geography
Last Answer : Dr. Mahbub-ul-Haq and Dr. Amartya Sen.