Approximately 71% of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, mostly in the form of oceans, making it the most abundant surface feature.
27. Which among the following is not a natural source of Freshwater?
(a) River
(b) Ocean
(c) Pond
(d) Lake
Answer:
(b) Ocean
Explanation:
Oceans contain saltwater, which is highly saline. Rivers, ponds, and lakes generally collect precipitation and runoff, serving as natural sources of freshwater.
28. Which among the following is not a river?
(a) Godavari
(b) Ganga
(c) Brahmaputra
(d) Kanchenjunga
Answer:
(d) Kanchenjunga
Explanation:
The Godavari, Ganga, and Brahmaputra are major Indian rivers. Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain peak in the world, not a river.
29. What type of river flows all year round?
(a) perennial river
(b) seasonal river
(c) continuity river
(d) evergreen river
Answer:
(a) perennial river
Explanation:
In geography, a perennial river is a stream or river that has continuous flow in parts of its stream bed all year round during years of normal rainfall.
30. What helps government clean river Ganga?
(a) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
(b) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
(c) Namami Gange Programme
(d) Ganga Action Plan
Answer:
(c) Namami Gange Programme
Explanation:
The “Namami Gange Programme” is an integrated conservation mission launched by the Indian Government to accomplish the twin objectives of effective abatement of pollution and the conservation/rejuvenation of the National River Ganga.
