Sample questions
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CSE2005
Consider the following statements
- The axis of the earth's magnetic field is inclined at 23 ½ to the geographic axis of the earth
- The earth's magnetic pole in the northern hemisphere is located on a peninsula in northern Canada
- Earth's magnetic equator passes through Thumba in South India
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A 1,2 and 3
- B 2 and 3
- C 2 only
- D 3 only
Answer key not yet available (pending official release)
Geography › Geomorphology
CSE1994
Which one of the following is the most important reason for the establishment of the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre at Thumba?
- A The sea is near to the place in the East, West and South directions
- B It is a place near to a city in India, which is nearest to the Geographic Equator
- C It is situated on the Geomagnetic Equator ✓
- D Outer space near Thumba exhibits queer atmospheric phenomena
✓ Correct answer: (C)
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