Description : Mention two reasons for the development of the Bengaluru-Tamil Nadu Industrial Region. -Geography
Last Answer : Bengaluru - Tamil Nadu Industrial Region has experienced the fastest industrial growth in the post-independence era as : 1. This region is dominated by the cotton textile industry but, over ... climate and proximity to vast local markets have favored the concentration of industries in this region.
Description : Mention the different sources of rain in Punjab and Tamil Nadu during the winter season. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Sources of rain in Punjab are temperate cyclones or western disturbances. (ii) Sources of rain in Tamil Nadu are North east monsoon winds.
Description : Give reasons for the following : (i) When the Malabar coast is receiving heavy rainfall in July, the Tamil Nadu coast is comparatively dry. -Geography
Last Answer : Reasons: (i) When the Malabar coast is receiving heavy rainfall in July, the Tamil Nadu coast is dry because it lies in rain shadow region of Arabian sea branch and Bay of Bengal is ... rainfall because it lies in the rain shadow region of western ghats when Arabian sea branch strikes it.
Description : Name the source of winter rain in Tamil Nadu. How does Tamil Nadu benefit from it ? -Geography
Last Answer : The source of winter rain in Tamil Nadu is N.E. Monsoons which pick up moisture from Bay of Bengal and shed in Tamil Nadu. This rain is beneficial for Rice and Coffee.
Description : Multipurpose project on which river has created an interstate dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu? -Geography
Last Answer : Kaveri river project More demand, inadequate supply to one region are the main reasons due to which disputes arise between two states, for example, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The two states ... have disputes due to the Kaveri river multipurpose project which is based on a historical project.
Description : Name an iron and steel plant of Tamil Nadu. -Geography
Last Answer : India is the fourth largest producer of crude steel. The steel plants are mainly concentrated in Jharkhand and West Bengal region. Salem Steel Plant is in Tamil Nadu.
Description : Name the first major sea port of India developed after Independence. -Geography
Last Answer : Kandla the first major sea port of India developed after Independence.
Description : Match the following: [CPO AC 2003] Major Port State A. Jawaharlal Nehru 1. Tamil Nadu B. Paradwip Port 2. Maharashtra C. Kandla Port 3. Orissa D. Ennore Port 4. Gujarat A B C D (a) 4 1 2 3 (b) 4 3 4 1 (c) 2 3 4 1 (d) 2 1 4 3
Last Answer : Ans: (c)
Description : Huge deposits of uranium were recently found in – (1) Andhra Pradesh (2) Karnataka (3) Kerala (4) Tamil Nadu
Last Answer : (1) Andhra Pradesh Explanation: Tummalapalle Mine is a uranium mine in Tumalapalli village located in Kadapa of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Results from a research conducted by the Atomic ... analysts conclude that this mine might have one of the largest reserves of uranium in the world.
Description : The state which has recently overtaken Karnataka for the top rank in the production of biofertilizers is : (1) Tamil Nadu (2) Gujarat (3) Maharashtra (4) Punjab
Last Answer : (1) Tamil Nadu Explanation: Tamil Nadu overtook Karnataka. In 2009-10, Tamil Nadu produced 3733 tonnes of bio-fertilizers followed by Karnataka, 3696 tonnes. The other major producers of biofertilizers were Kerala (1937 tonnes), Maharashtra (1861 tonnes) and Madhya Pradesh (1588 tonnes).
Description : World Professional Billiards Champion Pankaj Advani accepted the Eklavya award, the highest recognition for a sportsperson in which state recently? a. Delhi b. Karnataka c. Tamil Nadu d. Kerala e. Andhra Pradesh
Last Answer : b. Karnataka
Description : Saffron farming is being developed in which state, other than Jammu & Kashmir? a. Arunachal Pradesh b. Sikkim c. Nagaland d. Tamil Nadu
Last Answer : b. Sikkim
Description : How much less rainfall was received by Tamil Nadu? -Geography 9th
Last Answer : Tamil Nadu receives less rainfall in summer from the south-west monsoon as it lies in the leeward side of the Western Ghats. During winters the north-east winds are dry but as they blow over the Bay of Bengal they pick moisture and bring rainfall in Tamil Nadu as north-east monsoons.
Description : Explain with reference to its location, how Haldia Port has helped release congestion at Kolkata Port. -Geography
Last Answer : Haldia Port has been developed to release congestion at Kolkata Port. This port is located at the confluence of river Hugli about 105 km. downstream from Kolkata. It receives larger vessels ... covers a vast area which includes almost the whole of eastern and northeastern parts of the country.
Description : (i) Where is the New Mangalore Port located ? (ii) What is the chief importance of this port ? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) New Mangalore Port is located in the southern end of the Karnataka coast. (ii) The chief importance of this port is the export of iron ore from Kundremukh mines.
Description : With reference to Haldia Port, answer the following questions : (i) At the confluence of which two rivers is it located ? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Haldia port is located at the confluence of Hugh and Haldia. (ii) Haldia port was developed to release congestion at the Kolkata port and to enable docking of larger vessels which cannot enter Kolkata port.
Description : What is a port ? What advantage does the Mumbai port have over the other ports of India in international trade? -Geography
Last Answer : A port is that place on the coast or shore, with docks, wharves and berthing facilities, where cargo in large quantities is received from oceanic routes and sent to the interior of the country ... India, in international trade is that it is closest to the Gulf countries, East Africa and Europe.
Description : What was the need for the construction of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port ? Mention an important characteristic of this port. -Geography
Last Answer : The main purpose of Jawaharlal Nehru Port is to relieve pressure on Mumbai Port. The main characteristics of this port are : 1. Most of the operations are conducted with the help of computers. It has a ... . The sea is quite deep near the port and there will be no need for dredging in this port.
Description : Give a geographic reason for each of the following : (i) Many port cities have their own oil refineries. -Geography
Last Answer : Geographical reasons for the following are : (i) Port cities have their own oil refineries because two thirds of the petroleum is imported. The crude oil is imported from Gulf countries ... the production of chemicals, dyes, fertilizers, paints, synthetics, explosive apart from source of energy.
Description : Which is the riverine port of India? -Geography
Last Answer : Kolkata is an inland riverine port, and it serves the large land of Ganga-Brahmaputra basin. As it is a tidal port, it requires constant dredging of Hooghly.
Description : How will you define the riverine port? -Geography
Last Answer : Port located on the riverfront is known as a riverine port. Kolkata is an inland riverine port. It serves the very large Ganga-Brahmaputra basin
Description : Which is the riverine port on the Eastern coast of India? -Geography
Last Answer : The east coast canal with the stretches of Brahmani river along with Matai river and delta channels of Mahanadi river are the riverine ports on the Eastern coast of India.
Description : Name the state where Haldia port is located. -Geography
Last Answer : Kolkata is an inland riverine port which serves the large port of Ganga-Brahmaputra basin. A subsidiary port known as Haldia was developed in order to relieve growing pressure on Kolkata port.
Description : What’s the world’s biggest port? -Geography
Last Answer : The Port of Shanghai is the biggest port in the world based on cargo throughput.
Description : Narrate how particular dam in a flood-prone area has recently failed to prevent a flood. Find out why it happened. Could this be avoided? How? -Geography
Last Answer : In the year 2006, the floods that occurred in Maharashtra and Gujarat were due to the aggravation of floods by the opening of gates of dams. The major cause of this was the sedimentation in the ... water tanks if made in every house, will help in storing water in the case of heavy rainfall.
Description : Which are the factors that have made North America one of the most developed regions of the World? -Geography
Last Answer : Rich natural resources, development of science and technology, a large domestic market, international trade relationship, development of good means of transport etc., have helped North America to become one of the most developed regions of the world.
Description : Give any three reasons to explain why railways are well developed in the Northern plains of India. -Geography
Last Answer : Railways are well developed in the Northern plains of India because; the North Indian plain is densely populated and has a highly developed agriculture and industry. Large scale urbanization has also ... market of the North Indian plain are transported by railways to different parts of the country.
Description : ‘Karnataka has developed as an important state for the growth of the Silk industry. -Geography
Last Answer : • It enjoys favourable climatic conditions for rearing the silkworms. • Karnataka is the hub of skilled workers which are required for production of silk.
Description : Give two reasons why the woollen industry has not developed as well as the cotton industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Woollen textile industry has not developed as the cotton textile industry because: 1. The need for woollens is limited to the winter months in northern India. 2. Indigenous wool is of poor quality and have’ to depend on other countries for raw materials.
Description : (a) Mention two reasons why the sugar industry has developed in Maharashtra. -Geography
Last Answer : (a) Two reasons why sugar industry has developed in Maharashtra are: (i) Geographical conditions are suitable for the cultivation of sugarcane. (ii) Sugar industry is better organized and ... . (ii) Four sugar milling centres in Northern plains-Gorakhpur, Saharanpur, Lucknow and Munger.
Description : Under what conditions do you think resources can become developed resources? -Geography
Last Answer : Developed resources are those resources which are suitable for utilisation after a careful survey of their quantity and quality. The conditions under which resources can become developed are that ... sufficient knowledge of limitations and availability of the resource is required to develop them.
Description : Where are railways developed in hilly areas and why? Trace their history in the colonial period. -Geography
Last Answer : Railway tracts are laid through low hills, gaps or tunnels in the hilly terrains of peninsular region. In the places such as Himalayan regions, it is not favourable to construct railway lines. ... west coast has facilitated the movement of passengers and goods in this most economic region of India.
Description : Explain why road transport still needs to be developed in India. What are the priority areas? -Geography
Last Answer : Road transportation in India faces several problems. Increasing traffic and passengers is making road transport inadequate for use. About half of the roads are unmetalled, and this limits their usage during the ... cities and towns, and within the cities, it is the bridges as they have become old.
Last Answer : Road transportation in India faces several problems. Increasing traffic and passengers are making road transport inadequate for use. About half of the roads are unmetalled, and this limits their usage during the ... cities and towns, and within the cities, it is the bridges as they have become old.
Description : The concept of Human Development was developed by_____ -Geography
Last Answer : Dr. Mahbub ul Haq
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 : How’ was the layered structure of the earth developed? -Geography
Last Answer : The planet earth initially was a barren, rocky arid hot object with a thin atmosphere of hydrogen and helium. This is far from the present day picture of the earth. It is said that ... It is through the process of differentiation that the earth forming material got separated into different layers.
Description : Which of the following States has the most critical problem of erosion of its coastal areas by the sea? (a) Kerala (b) Andhra Pradesh (c) West Bengal (d) Tamil Nadu
Last Answer : Ans: (a)
Description : Consider the following statements: 1. Tamil Nadu is the only area which receives about half of its rainfall from north-east monsoon winds. 2. Kerala is the only state receiving very heavy rainfall from the south-west monsoon winds. 3. In India ... ] (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 and 3
Description : Which of the following state is most famous for its beautiful sea beaches? (1) Gujarat (2) Goa (3) Tamil Nadu (4) Orissa
Last Answer : (2) Goa Explanation: According to the geographical location of the sea beaches in the North Goa district or the South Goa district, the picturesque beaches of the state are divided into the following: ( ... 2) South Goa Beaches: Benaulim, Bogmalo, Colva, Majorda, Palolem, Agonda, Betul, Movor, etc.
Description : Identify the correct match between tiger reserve and its state. (a) Manas - Assam (b) Corbett - Madhya Pradesh (c) Bandipur - Tamil Nadu (d) Palamu - Odisha
Last Answer : (d) Palamu - Odisha
Description : Name the scientists from Tamil Nadu.
Last Answer : There are many renowned scientists from Tamil Nadu who have made significant contributions to various fields of science. Here are a few notable examples: C. V. Raman: Sir Chandrasekhara ... of the many scientists from Tamil Nadu who have made significant contributions to science and technology.
Description : Name any one nuclear power station found in Tamil Nadu? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Kalpakkam nuclear power station found in Tamil Nadu.
Description : In Tamil Nadu, 75% of the people living in rural areas use a ration shop, whereas in Jharkhand only 8% of rural people do so. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Health and nutritional status of people depends on availability of cheap and reasonable quality food grains, sugar and other item from the PDS system. So, in Kerala, the people will be better off, since more people there unities the facilities provided by the PDS system.
Description : Why does the Tamil Nadu coast get rainfall in October? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The south-west monsoon begins to withdraw from India by the first week of October. It leaves Jammu-Kashmir, the Northern Plains, then peninsular India, moving southwards and westwards. When it reaches ... rain to the Chennai coast. Chennai gets about 60 cm of rain from the retreating monsoon.
Description : When the Malabar coast is receiving heavy rainfall in July the Tamil Nadu coast is comparatively dry. -SST 10th
Last Answer : When the malabar coast is receiving heavy rainfall in July the Tamil Nadu coast is dry because it lies in rain shadow region of Arabian sea branch and Bay of Bengal is parallel to the coast.
Description : Name the winds which provide relief rainfall to the Tamil Nadu coast? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Tamil Nadu coast gets relief rainfall when the South-west monsoon retreats.
Description : The source of the winter rain to Tamil Nadu. -SST 10th
Last Answer : North-East Monsoon.
Description : Why does Tamil Nadu raises two crops of cotton? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Tamil Nadu is a state, which has two rainy seasons and the rainfall is moderate. There is no risk of frost, because winters are moderately cool as a result two crops of cotton can be raised.
Description : Give two reasons why Tamil Nadu plays an important role in the production of cotton textiles? -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Most of them manufacture yam only to meet the needs of handloom weavers. (ii) It also has proximity to vast local market, availability of cheap skilled labour and hydel power.