Geology IAS Paper 1 UPSC 2017 with Solutions

Geology Optional Paper 1 UPSC 2017 - Question Paper with Solutions 

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SECTION-A

1. Write notes on the following in approximately 150 words each:

Geology 1a Seismic hazard zones of India. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 1b Origin of Karst topography. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 1c Digital image processing. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 1d Morphological classification of rock cleavage. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 1e Fault zone rocks. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 2a Discuss different types of plate boundaries and enumerate their characteristic features. UPSC 2017, 20 Marks

Geology 2b Compare the geomorphological and geological features of peninsular and extra- peninsular regions of India. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 2c What are joints? Discuss the types of joints developed during folding. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 3a What are river terraces? Discuss their geological significance. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 3b How would you differentiate between a fault and an unconformity in the field? UPSC 2017, 20 Marks

Geology 3c Giving suitable examples discuss the strategies which may be adopted to control river water pollution. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 4a Discuss the recent advances and achievements of Indian Space Programme. UPSC 2017, 20 Marks

Geology 4b Explain, how the geometry of minor folds are helpful in deciphering the geometry of regional folds in an area. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 4c Discuss the advantages and limitations of remote sensing studies with respect to conventional geological field work. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

SECTION 'B'

5. Answer the following in about 150 words:

Geology 5a Discuss the environment and modes of fossilization. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 5b Discuss the tectonic sub-divisions of Himalaya. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 5c Water bearing characteristics of rocks. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 5d Concept of rainwater harvesting. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 5e Lower Gondwana flora and its significance. UPSC 2017, 10 Marks

Geology 6a How would you differentiate between 'in-situ' and 'derived fossils? UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 6b Geological considerations for construction of tunnels in deformed geological terrain. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 6c Give a stratigraphic account of Vindhyan Supergroup. Comment upon the life during Vindhyan times. UPSC 2017, 20 Marks

Geology 7a Write short notes on the following: UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 7a i Muth Quartzites

Geology 7a ii Lameta Formation

Geology 7a iii Tipam Formation

Geology 7b Describe the significance of microfossils in petroleum exploration. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 7c Discuss the geological considerations for selection of a dam site in Himalayan terrain. UPSC 2017, 20 Marks

Geology 8a What do you understand by groundwater recharge? Describe various methods used in this process. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks

Geology 8b Give an account of evolutionary trends in Equidae. UPSC 2017, 20 Marks

Geology 8c Give a geological account of Deccan volcanic province. UPSC 2017, 15 Marks