Geology IFS Paper 1 UPSC 2014 with Solutions

Geology Optional Paper 1 UPSC 2014 - Question Paper with Solutions 

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SECTION-A

1. Write critical notes, within 150 words each, on the following:

Geology 1a Seafloor spreading. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 1b Richter scale and modified Mercalli scale. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 1c Stereographic projection. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 1d Flinn diagram. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 1e Multispectral scanner (MSS). (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 2a Describe different radioactive methods applied for determination of the age of the earth. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 2b What are aerial photographs? Discuss their utility in interpretation of geological structures and important rock types. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 2c Define stress and strain, and write on the behaviour of rocks under deformation condition. (IFS 2014/10 Marks)

Geology 3a Critically evaluate the role of lithology and structure in the development of landforms. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 3b Write on the causes of earthquake. Describe briefly the earthquake belts of the world and seismic zones of India. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 3c Define foliation. How does foliation help to decipher associated major structures? Explain. (IFS 2014/10 Marks)

Geology 4a Describe the genetic classification of faults based on the nature of relative movement. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 4b Explain the theory of plate tectonics. Describe different kinds of plate boundaries. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 4c Write briefly on Geographic Information System (GIS). How is GIS applied in environmental monitoring? (IFS 2014/10 Marks)

SECTION-B

5. Write critical notes, within 150 words each, on the following:

Geology 5a Use of microfossils in correlation and paleoclimatic study. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 5b Magnetostratigraphy and paleomagnetism. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 5c Hypsometric analysis of drainage basin. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 5d Belt of schuppen. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 5e Subathu beds and their equivalents. (IFS 2014/8 Marks)

Geology 6a Discuss the evolutionary trends of Trilobites during Lower Paleozoic Era. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 6b Discuss the Cretaceous/Tertiary boundary problem in Indian stratigraphy. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 6c Describe the salient geological features required for selection of a tunnel site. (IFS 2014/10 Marks)

Geology 7a Describe the stratigraphic succession and paleontology of the Jurassic rocks of Kutch. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 7b Describe briefly the Siwalik fauna. Add a note on evolution of Hipparion and Equus during the Siwalik Period. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 7c What are the causes of landslide? Mention about the preventive measures of landslide giving Indian examples. (IFS 2014/10 Marks)

Geology 8a Critically evaluate the processes and rock properties to be considered for artificial recharge of groundwater. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 8b Write on evolution of the Himalayas based on modern concepts. (IFS 2014/15 Marks)

Geology 8c Describe precisely the evolutionary trends of the tabulate corals. (IFS 2014/10 Marks)