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GEOGRAPHY

Q.1 1. Considering hemisphere, India lies in N

2. Approximately 95% of India’s foreign trade moves through ocean routes.

3. Sao Paulo has extensive area under rich soil which makes it ideal for growing coffee.
4. Karnataka-Maharashtra-Bundelkhand

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1. Pantanal f. Largest wetlands
2. Coastal Forests e. Sundari trees
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1. The South-West and the North-East monsoon winds are responsible for the rainfall in
India.
2. River Paraguaco meets the Altantic Ocean near Salvador town.
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ii. Socialistic Economy
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4. The Himalayas and the Aravalis are the fold mountains of India.
5. The two important latitudes that pass through Brazil are Equator and the Tropic of
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(A) INDIA
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in Maharashtra - Bhusaval
2. Tea producing state - Assam
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Main parallel of latitude

3. passing through India –
Tropic of Cancer
4. Great Indian Bustard
5. River Ganga
6. Western Ghats
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Q.4 1. The Central and Eastern parts of Brazil produce sugarcane.

(B) 2. The cocoa plantation is concentrated in the regions of Eastern Brazil.
3. Animal husbandry is practiced in the southern and south-western parts of Brazil.
4. Bauxite is found in North, North-Eastern and South-Eastern regions of Brazil.
5. Coal is found in Southern Brazil.

Q.5 1. i. Proper climate, adequate water supply, availability of resources and fertile soil
are the reasons for the growth of urbanisation in a particular region.
ii. The north-eastern part of Brazilian highlands is a rain-shadow region due to the
escarpment formed by the eastern side of the Highlands.

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iii. The region to the north of this area is known as ‘Drought Quadrilateral’ as it
receives very less rainfall. Due to this, it becomes difficult to practice
agriculture and so it is not well-developed in this region.
Therefore, settlements are sparse in north-eastern Brazil.

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2. i. Amazon basin lies to the north of Brazil. Amazon River receives huge discharge
of about 2 lakhs cubic m/s. On the other hand, in North Indian Plains, due to

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gentle slope, the speed (velocity) of River Ganga is less.
ii. The region near the Amazon Basin is covered by thick dense equatorial
rainforests, hence, it is unfit for settlement. However, the Ganga river basin is
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a very fertile region and agriculture is carried out here on a large scale.
Moreover, due to the availability of water, this region is densely populated.
iii. Due to the throwing of industrial waste in rivers, the river water has become
polluted which has an adverse effect on the human life.
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Therefore, as compared to Amazon, pollution in river Ganga will affect human life greatly.
3. i. India is located in the eastern hemisphere while Brazil is located in the western
hemisphere.
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ii. India has only one standard time zone. The 82.5 E longitude is the Indian
Standard Time (IST) and it is ahead by 5 hours 30 minutes from the Greenwich
Meridian Time.
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iii. On the other hand, Brazil has vast longitudinal extent and there are four
different ‘time zones’ in the country. These time zones are behind the GMT by
2, 3, 4 and 5 hours respectively.
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Thus, Brazil’s time is behind India’s time.

4. i. Even a cursory look at the map will make one realise that there is North Atlantic
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and South Atlantic Ocean to the northern and eastern coasts of Brazil respectively.
ii. The Southern Brazil is occupied by an extensive plateau. The height (altitude)
decreases gradually towards north. A number of rivers take off from the terminal
portion of the highlands and flow northwards to meet Atlantic Ocean. The only
major river Sao Francisco flows towards the north for a distance and then takes
a sharp eastward turn to enter the coastal strip along the Atlantic Ocean.
iii. Moreover, the Amazon which is the longest river in Brazil, originates from the
eastern slopes of Andes Mountains in Peru, flows eastward and meets the North
Atlantic ocean.
iv. Likewise, Parana, Paraguay and Uruguay originate from southern slopes of the
Highlands and flows through the south-western part of Brazil.
Therefore, there are no west flowing rivers in Brazil.
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Q.6
(A) Scale:
Y Brazil-Percentage of urban population X-axis = years
(1960 to 2010) Y-axis = 1 cm = 10%
Urban Population
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1. The interval of the data is 10 years.

2. Urbanisation occurred rapidly in the decade of 1960-1970.
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3. In Brazil, during 2000-2010, urbanisation increased from 81.5% to 84.6% which means
it grew by a mere 3.1%.
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Q.6 1. Higher sex ratio is found in Brazil.

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(B) 2. In 2011, the sex ratio of Brazil was approximately 1080.

3. Between 2001 and 2011, vast difference can be seen in the sex ratio of Brazil.
4. In 1961, the sex ratio of India was approximately 940.
5. In 1991, sex ratio is less in India.
6. After 1991, we see a sudden rise in the sex ratio of India in 2011.

Q.7
1. A questionnaire for a field visit to a factory will be as follows:
i. When was the factory established?
ii. Which product is manufactured in the factory?
iii. Where does the raw material required for the production come from?
iv. Who provides water supply to the factory?

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v. In which market is the final product sold? How far is this market from the
factory?
vi. While setting up this factory, how many workers were provided with the means
of livelihood?
vii. Which are the various roadways or railways that can be used to reach the
factory?
viii. What provisions have been made for the betterment of workers? etc.
ix. What precautions have been taken to prevent a fire hazard?
x. What precautions have been taken to prevent or reduce environmental pollution?

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its vast latitudinal extent. The temperature in the northern part of Brazil is hot
while the temperature in the southern part are comparatively lower.
ii. Equator: The equator passes through the northern part of Brazil which means

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that the sun’s rays are perpendicular in this region throughout the year. Hence,
the temperature here is hot. Moreover, this region receives Convectional type

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of rainfall. The average temperature in the Amazon valley is 25 C – 28 C and
the rainfall is around 2000mm. So, the temperature here is humid. Thus,
throughout the year this region experiences hot and humid climate.
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The escarpment: Brazil receives rainfall from the South- East Trade winds as
well as the North- East Trade winds. However, the escarpment acts as a barrier
to the winds coming from the sea. This causes orographic type of rainfall in the
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coastal areas. Beyond the highlands, as the effect of these winds gets reduced,
the north-eastern part of the Highlands receives less rainfall and is called as a
rain shadow region. This region is called Drought Quadrilateral.
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iv. Weak convergence zone: In the equatorial regions, the winds move in the
vertical direction in this region. Also the convergence zone of the trade winds
near the coastal areas is extremely weak. As a result, cyclones are not formed.
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v. Highland and sea coast: The climate is cooler in the Highlands and the coasts
experiences mild and humid climate due to the proximity of the sea.
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3. i. Correlation between physiographic and internal waterways:

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a. Role of rivers is very important for internal waterways in a country, which

requires shallow ground waterways.
b. Gentle slopes are most useful to cover long distances on water navigation.
For e.g. In the north of Brazil, large parts of the Amazon river are most
suitable for waterways. From Equitos in Peru to the mouth of Amazon river
is the longest waterway (about 3700 kms) which can be navigated through.
c. In India, the low lying areas, the Ganges river basin, in the Indian peninsula
the Godavari river basin and also bigger canals & large reservoirs are used
for waterways. About 1% of the country’s transportation takes place
through waterways, which include rivers, canals, backwaters, creeks, etc.

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ii. Modern means of communication:
a. Modern means of communication includes phone, mobile phone, television,
radio and internet.
b. If we compare India and Brazil, the telecommunication service in Brazil is
well developed.
c. Here, around 45% more people use internet. In India, the
telecommunications sector is developing fast and the use of computers,
mobile phones and internet is increasing. As a result, India is one of the
largest users of internet and smartphones.
d. In the field of space technology with the help of self developed skill and
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broadcasting. Brazil is progressing technologically towards sending
domestically developed satellites into space with their own rockets.

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GEOGRAPHY

1. Both the countries have Republic type of government.

Q.1
2. The rural areas of Brazil, such as the north-east Highlands suffer from extreme
droughts.

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4. In India, orographic type of rainfall occurs because of the natural obstruction of the
Himalayas.

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Q.2
Group ‘A’ Group ‘B’ (Answer)
Value of exports and import always
1. Balance trade c.

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2. f. Rain-shadow region
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Nearness to sea Lack of industries

Cultivable land Tropical moist forests
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States /
India Brazil
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High rainfall Eastern Himalayas Roroima

Low rainfall Western part of Paraiba
Rajasthan
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3.
Regions Wild life
i. Hot deciduous forests Flamingo
ii. Equatorial Forests Golden Lion Tamarin
iii. Tropical Grasslands Macaw
iv. Swampy lands Crocodile

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Q.4
(A) North-East 2
Trade winds
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Guyana
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3. Pico de Neblina
4. Guyana Neighbouring country to the north of Brazil
5. Rubber producing region

6. State with maximum urban population – Rio De Janeiro

Total

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Q.4 1. The temperature around the western coast of India is approximately 26 C.
(B) 2. Western coast receives heavy rainfall and most of the areas receive more than
4000mm of rainfall.
3. The temperature on the islands is approximately 29 C.
4. The north-western part of India, viz. The northern parts of Gujarat and parts of
western Rajasthan receives less than 500mm of rainfall.
5. In Eastern India, Mawsynram, Shillong and Cherrapunji are the regions which receive
more than 4000mm of rainfall.

Q.5
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ii. Also, this region is rich in minerals and has regular power supply. There is also
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iii. There is hot and humid climate, regular water supply and fertile soil for
cultivation in this region.
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Brazil.
2. i. The population of India is increasing rapidly. To keep up with unsustainable
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human population growth, more and more land is required. Cities are expanding
at an alarming rate and stretching beyond their original borders. Housing
developments infringe upon plant and animal homes by constructing buildings.
This habitat degradation has led to the loss of wildlife.
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ii. Moreover, due to shifting agriculture deforestation tears down trees and large
plants thus, leaving animals without shelter and food.
iii. Smuggling of wild animals, poaching endangered species, overfishing rivers and
oceans has led to loss in wildlife biodiversity in India.
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iv. Pollution is another major reason for the decrease in wildlife in India. For e.g.
Pesticides sprayed on crops kills other plant species.
Thus, due to human encroachment in the natural habitat of wild animals,
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deforestation, smuggling, poaching, overfishing and pollution, wildlife in India is

decreasing day-by-day.
3. i. A well developed transport system is essential for financial, social and cultural
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development of a country.
ii. Apart from people, goods also require efficient transportation facilities. This is
important for the progress of the country.
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iii. Road transport can have dense network of roads connecting even the remotest
places.
iv. Also although, waterways are comparatively expensive modes of transport, they
are important for carrying out business and trade.
v. Airways ensure international connectivity of a country and also give impetus to
trade as well as communication.
vi. It can be said that, the goods that are exported from the country and the
foreign currency derived from it is possible only due to a well developed
transport system.
Hence, a good transport system can bring about a turnaround in the economy and the
development of the country.

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4. There are dissimilarities between the eastern and western coasts of India because:
i. The western coast borders the Arabian Sea whereas the Eastern coast borders
the Bay of Bengal.
ii. On the western coast, spurs taking off from the Western Ghats extend right up
to the coast. It’s width is also less and it is a rocky coast. On the other hand,
the eastern cost has been formed due to the depositional work of rivers.
iii. As rivers which originate from the Western Ghats are short & swift, they form
estuaries and not deltas whereas as the Eastern Ghats have gentle slope, the
speed of the rivers is less and so they deposit the sediments brought with them
at the coast, resulting in the formation of deltas.

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Q.6 Scale:
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(A) India-Trend of Urbanisation X-axis = years
50 (1961-2011) Y-axis = 1 cm = 5%

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1. The growth of urbanisation was lowest in the year 1961.

2. Urbanisation was the highest in the decade of 1971-1981.
3. In the decade between 1971 and 1981, urbanisation grew by 5.1 %.
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Q.6 1. In India, the growth rate of population is more.

(B) 2. In 1971, the growth rate of population is more in India.
3. In 1961, the growth rate of population in India was approximately 2 %.

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4. In 1960, the growth rate of population in Brazil was approximately 3 %.
5. In 2000, the growth rate of population was the least in Brazil.
6. In 2011, the growth rate of population was the least in India.

Q.7
1. Any elevated area, such as a mountain or an upland which separates two drainage
basins is known as water divide. The major water divides of India are as follows:-
i. Western Ghats:
a. Western Ghats is a mountain range that runs parallel to the western

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coast of the Indian peninsula, located entirely in India. It forms a
major water divide in the Peninsula.
b. Most of the major rivers of the Peninsula, such as the Godavari, the

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Krishna and the Kaveri flow eastwards and drain into the Bay of Bengal.
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flowing towards west of the Western Ghats.
ii. Aravali Range:
a. The Aravali Hills lie on the western and north-western margins of the
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Peninsular plateau.
b. River Luni originates along the western slopes of Aravali range and
flows in somewhat north-west to south-west direction and meets Gulf
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of Kutch while Banas, a tributary of River Chambal flows to North-east
direction.
c. In this way, Aravali acts as a water divide of India.
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iii. Vindya range: Vindya ranges divided the Ganga drainage basin and Narmada
river valley.
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iv. Satpuda range: Satpuda range divided Narmada river valley and Tapi river
valley.
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v. Himalayas: Himalayas act as a water divide as it separates the rivers flowing

in the Himalyalan system from the river flowing in Trans Himalayan ranges.
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2. Following are the similarities and differences in the fishing activities in Brazil and
India 
i. Similarities in the fishing activities in Brazil and India:
a. Coastline:
Both the countries have a long coastline. Brazil has about 7,400 kms of
coastline and is an excellent fishing ground off the South Atlantic
coast. While India has a sea coast of around 7,500 kms and fishing
plays an important role in the economy of India.
b. Development:
In both the countries, marine fishing has well-developed.
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ii. Differences in the fishing activities in Brazil and India:
a. Types:
The meeting of the warm Brazil ocean current and the cold Folkland ocean
current off the south-east coast of Brazil makes a good fishing ground.
Therefore, marine fishing is undertaken on a large scale in Brazil. Inland
fishing is not developed here even though there are large numbers of
rivers in Brazil.
However, in India, marine fishing accounts for about 40 per cent of the
total annual production of fish while inland fisheries contribute about 60
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b. Major fishes:
In Brazil, swordfish, shrimp, lobsters and sardines are mainly caught.
While in India, sardines, mackerel, Bombay duck and prawns are the major

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fishes found here. On the eastern coast, horse mackerels, clupeids and
silver bellies are mainly caught.
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the purpose of firsthand information.
The importance of field visit can be explained through the following points:
i. It is a practical method of studying geography.
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Various geographical features can be directly experienced through field-visit.
Also, one can collect several samples from the area of the visit which helps to
understand the subject in a better manner.
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iii. Field visit also helps in understanding the geographical and social conditions of a
place. It enables one to comprehend various geographical concepts and elements
easily.
iv. It also provides an opportunity to directly interact with the local people and
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understand their problems.

v. It is extremely useful for understanding the correlation between humans and
environment.
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GEOGRAPHY

Q.1 1. Tourism within the limits of country is called domestic tourism.

2. India’s southernmost point is known as Indira Point.

3. The rainfall is low in parts of Gujarat and Rajasthan due to the moisture laden winds
blowing parallel to the Aravalis.

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1. Right
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In todays modern age, man-made satellites are an important and effective means of
communication.
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4. Wrong
Indian Standard Time (IST) is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the Greenwich Meridian
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Time (GMT).

5. Right
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Q.4
(A)
INDIA
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New Delhi
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1. Capital city of India – New Delhi
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2.
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Bengal Tiger
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Aravali Range
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5. I Andaman and Nicobar Islands

6. Sunderbans
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Q.4 1. The Amazon River Basin is the vast region to the north of Brazil.
(B) 2. Guyana Highlands lie to the north of Brazil.
3. Pico de Neblina which is 3014 m high is the highest peak of Brazil.
4. Escarpment is located in the south-eastern part of Brazil.
5. Marajo Island is in the northern part of Brazil.

Q.5
1. i. In a mixed economy, there is a co-existence of both, private and public sector.
ii. The various sections such as banking, railways, airways, electricity
production, iron and steel industry, health, education, telecommunications,

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etc. are owned by public as well as private sector in both the countries.
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Therefore, there is mixed economy in Brazil and India.

2. i. The climate is very cold in the high altitudes of Himalayas.

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ii. During winters, in Jammu & Kashmir and parts of mountainous regions of
Himalayas, the temperatures drop to 40 C. There is heavy snowfall.
iii. Due to this, land which is covered with snow becomes unsuitable for
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vegetation. Hence, seasonally flowering trees are found here.
Therefore, due to very cold temperature, vegetation is scarce in the high
altitudes of Himalayas.
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3. i. Waterways are natural mode of transportation and do not require any

expense for its maintenance.
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ii. Countries having access to coastal areas can import and export goods through
sea routes. For example, approximately 95 percent of India’s foreign trade
moves through ocean routes.
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iii. Waterways connect the countries directly. Countries which are located far
off from each other can send cumbersome goods from one country to
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another through waterways.

Thus, people having trade relations with other countries are dependent on
waterways.
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4. i. Due to the vast latitudinal extent of Brazil, it experiences wide range of

difference in climate. For e.g. Near the equator, it is hot while near Tropic
of Capricorn there is temperate type of climate.
ii. In the coastal regions near the Equator as the sun’s rays are perpendicular,
there is not much difference in the temperature of the country throughout
the year. Moreover, the winds move in the vertical direction in this region.
iii. Also the convergence zone of the trade winds near the coastal areas is
extremely weak. As a result, cyclones are not formed.
Therefore, tropical cyclones occur rarely in Brazil.

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Q.6 Scale:
(A) X-axis = Years
Y-axis = 1 cm = 5 %
Y India – Trend of Urbanisaton
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2. In the decade 1961 to 1971, the rate of urbanisation was slow.
3. In the decade of 1971 to 1981, the rate of urbanisation was high.
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(B) 1. The graph gives information about the import from Brazil to India and exports to
Brazil from India.
2. Except for the years 2009 and 2012, the value of exports to Brazil exceeded the
imports from Brazil.
3. In the year 2013, the trade with Brazil was the most favourable of all.
4. In 2013, from Brazil 3200 million US dollar (approx.) worth goods were imported into
India and goods exported were worth 6300 million US dollars (approx.). Thus, this
year there was ‘favourable balance of trade’ in India.
5. The values of exports to Brazil have exceeded the values of imports from Brazil
from 2010-2015 except for the year 2012.
6. In the year 2012, the difference between export and import was the least.

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Q.7 1. The Indian Ocean and the Himalayas play a major role in affecting the monsoon and
climate of India.
i. The Himalayas protect India from bitterly cold winds that blow from north.
Thus, India does not experience severe cold during winter.
ii. At the beginning of summer, the temperature on main land increases. So, low
pressure belt develops in the Punjab plains and the Thar desert of Rajasthan.
iii. At the same time, high pressure belt is develops over the Indian Ocean.
iv. Therefore, the moisture-laden winds coming from the south-west start blowing
from the high pressure area to the low pressure area. These are south-west
monsoon winds.
v. India receives rainfall from the south-west monsoon winds. Due to the

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obstruction of the Western Ghats on the west, the western coast receives
maximum rainfall from the south-west monsoon winds. It is approximately 400
to 500 cms.

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vi. In the leeward side of the hills, the rainfall reduces. These winds blow parallel
to the Aravalis. As they are not high to check the winds, parts of Rajasthan and
Gujarat receive less rainfall.

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vii. Later, these winds move towards the Himalayas and Orographic type of rainfall
occurs due to the natural obstruction of the Himalayas.
viii. During winter, the temperature on the Indian subcontinent is lesser than the
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temperature on the Indian Oceans. Hence, winds start blowing from the north-
east. These are dry winds but as they move towards the Indian Ocean, they
retain moisture. These north-east monsoon winds bring rainfall to the eastern
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In this way, Himalayas and the Indian Ocean play a very important role with respect to
the climate of India.
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2. If I were a part of the field visit, I would have prepared in the following
manner:
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i. I would have collected the maps of both, the place to be visited as well as the
route to be taken.
ii. I would have gotten information of the place of field visit through internet,
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books, etc.
iii. With the help of teacher I would have prepared a questionnaire which would
have been useful to get information from local people, related officers, guides
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during field visit.

iv. I would have carried a first aid kit, GPS device, torch, dry snacks, water bottle,
etc. during the field visit.

3. i. Human settlements in a particular location depends on variety of factors like

climatic factors, availability of water, slope of the land and level of
development. Human settlements grows and becomes nucleated in the locations
where these factors are conducive.
For e.g.:
a. Nucleated settlements are found throughout the plateau region of
Narmada Valley, paddy land in Bihar, U.P., Vindhyan plateau and several
other cultivated parts of India.
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b. Similarly, Sao Paulo near the southern coast of Brazil, which is famous for
its coffee production, has nucleated settlements due to the close vicinity
of ocean, ample natural resources, means of transportation, etc.
ii. Where as the conditions are not suitable for human settlements, dispersed
settlements are found at such locations.
For e.g.:
a. The area on the slopes of Himalayas, the tribal parts covering central part
of India, western and southern Rajasthan, slopes, land with dissected and
uneven topography, etc. have dispersed settlements.
b. In Brazil, practicing agriculture is difficult in the rural areas such as the
north-east highlands due to extreme droughts in these regions. This leads

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to sparse settlements in this region. Also, spare population is found in the
central part of Brazil due to thick dense equatorial rainforests, unhealthy
climate, limitations on use and exploitation of natural resources and also

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GEOGRAPHY

Q.1 1. The Lakshadweep Islands of Arabian Sea are coral islands.

2. Concentrated settlements are found in Narmada Valley because of its Cultivable Land.

3. India’s economy is of mixed type.

4. Chile - Ecuador in South America do not share their border with Brazil.

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Group ‘A’ Group ‘B’ (Answer)
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2. Ganga Plains e. High population density
3. Atlantic Ocean d. To the east of Brazil
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2. Coastal areas of Kerala, West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Goa and
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3. Mahogany, rosewood, rubber etc.
4. Rio-de-Janeiro and Sao Paulo.
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1. I Lakshadweep Islands
Port on the Eastern Coast of India -
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3. R Habitat of One-horned rhino

4. Bay of Bengal

5. North-South Highway

6. Union Territory - Puducherry

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(Note: In exam, students are expected to attempt any 4 questions, they will be
required to fill index accordingly.)

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Q.4 1. Equatorial type of forest covers the maximum region in Brazil.

(B) 2. This forest lies in the Amazon River Basin.
3. The Temperate grasslands (Pampas) have the smallest cover in Brazil.
4. The swampy lands are found in Pantanal, near the Paraguay River.
5. Thorny shrubs are found in the north-eastern part of Brazil.

Q.5 1. i. Generally, by October there is a season of retreating monsoon in India.

ii. The South-west monsoon winds return from the Himalayan ranges. While
retreating from the northeast across the Bay of Bengal, it picks up a
significant amount of moisture.

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the eastern coasts of India and cause heavy & widespread rain to some parts
of the Peninsula.

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2. i. Railways is an easy and convenient mode of transport. It is a suitable for

transportation of people as well as goods.

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ii. The railway network is dense in North Indian Plains and in areas where the
slopes are gentle.
iii. Also, this area has high population and well developed agriculture and
industries.
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network of railways has developed in the north Indian plains.
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3. i. Due to urbanisation, deforestation and other reasons, the forests in India were
in danger. Hence, the Government of India, for the protection of forests in
India has set up a number of national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, biosphere
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reserves, etc. Similarly, there is a need of conservation of forests in Brazil too.

ii. Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world and occupies 5.6 percent of the
world’s total land. Due to its vast size and favourable vegetation & climate, it
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has the largest number of vegetation species in the world. Moreover, it has
greater diversity in wildlife than any other country in the world.
iii. However, degradation of environment is taking place in Brazil due to slash and
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burn agriculture (Roca), deforestation, pollution, etc. These issues have a bad
impact on the wildlife of Brazil. Many endemic species are on the verge of
getting extinct because of these issues.
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Hence, in order to conserve the biodiversity of Brazil; like India, there is a need of
conservation of forests in Brazil too.

4. i. Brazil receives rainfall from the South- East Trade winds as well as the North-
East Trade winds.
ii. Some parts of the Highlands extend upto the northern coast. The escarpments
act as an obstruction to the South-East trade winds coming from the sea. This
causes orographic type of rainfall in the coastal areas.
iii. Beyond the highlands, as the effect of these winds gets reduced, the region
receives less rainfall.
Due to all these reasons, the north-eastern part of Brazilian Highlands receives very
less rainfall and is called as a rain-shadow region or a ‘Drought Quadrilateral’.
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Q.6 Scale:
(A) X-axis = Years
Y-axis Y-axis = 2 cm = 1 lakh US $
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3. In the year of 2009-10, the export is lowest.
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(B) 1. Brazil has a higher literacy rate; when compared to India.
2. In 1981, Brazil had a literacy rate of 74.8% and India had a literacy rate of 40.8%.
3. The decade of 1991-2001 shows the highest increase in the literacy rate in India.
4. In 2016, India had a literacy rate of 72.2% and Brazil had a literacy rate of 92.6%.
5. As compared to India, Brazil has 20.4% more literacy rate.
6. We can conclude that, in 1981 the literacy rate in Brazil was more than India.
However, India too has shown considerable growth in the literacy rate.

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Q.7 1. i. The difference in terms of location between Brazil and India are stated as
follows:
a. Location based on hemisphere:
India is located in the Northern and the Eastern hemisphere whereas
Brazil is located in the Western and the Southern hemisphere (some part
of Brazil located in Northern hemisphere and most of it lies in the
Southern hemisphere).
b. Location based on continent:
India is located in Asian continent whereas Brazil is located in South
American continent.
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a. Latitudinal extent of India is 8° 4' N to 37° 6' N latitude whereas
Latitudinal extent of Brazil is 5° 15' N to 33° 45' S latitude.

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b. Longitudinal extent of India is 68° 7' E to 97° 25' E longitude whereas
Longitudinal extent of Brazil 34° 45' W to 73° 48' W longitude.
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ii. India is a tropical region and it has a monsoon type of climate. It receives
maximum rainfall from the months of June to September due to the South-
West monsoon winds.
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deciduous forests are found here. These forests are found in regions where the
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iv. In dry seasons, trees shed their leaves so that water is not lost due to
evaporation. Teak, bamboo, banyan, peepal, etc., are the trees found in these
forests.
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place of visit is not disturbed during the visit.

ii. So during filed visit we must ensure that we do not throw trash or litter around
us.
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iii. We must use the dustbins for throwing empty packets of snacks, empty water
bottles, left-over food items, etc. Also, we must try to segregate dry and wet
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iv. We must carry huge garbage bags so as to use them to collect trash in absence
of a dustbin or if the dustbin is overflowing with garbage. This garbage bag can
be disposed later.

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