Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE2014
Which of the following have coral reefs?
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Gulf of Kachchh
- Gulf of Mannar
- Sunderbans
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- A 1, 2 and 3 only ✓
- B 2 and 4 only
- C 1 and 3 only
- D 1, 2, 3 and 4
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Geography › Maps & Location
CSE1999
The first marine sanctuary in India, having within its bounds coral reefs, mollusca, dolphins, tortoises and various kinds of sea birds, has been established in (1999)
- A Sunderbans
- B Chilka Lake
- C Gulf ofKachchh ✓
- D Lakshadweep
✓ Correct answer: (C)
Environment & Ecology › Protected Areas & Species
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