Prose - Water - The Elixir of Life - Sir C.V.Raman TNPSC Group 2 2A Questions

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Prose - Water - The Elixir of Life - Sir C.V.Raman MCQ Questions


13.
What happens when silt-laden water meets salt water?
A.
Silt particles dissolve.
B.
The water becomes clear.
C.
Water flow increases.
D.
Precipitation of suspended matter occurs.
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ANSWER :
D. Precipitation of suspended matter occurs.
14.
What does the passage suggest about the connection between soil erosion and rainfall?
A.
Erosion reduces the likelihood of rainfall.
B.
Preventing soil erosion also conserves water.
C.
Rainfall is independent of soil erosion.
D.
Soil erosion increases during heavy rainfall.
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ANSWER :
B. Preventing soil erosion also conserves water.
15.
What is the primary reason for controlling water flow, as mentioned in the passage?
A.
To ensure clean drinking water
B.
To improve transportation
C.
To prevent soil erosion and conserve resources
D.
To enhance hydro-electric power generation
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ANSWER :
C. To prevent soil erosion and conserve resources
16.
What does the passage imply about the future of agriculture in India?
A.
It is heavily dependent on seasonal rainfall.
B.
It requires advanced machinery for growth.
C.
It is shifting away from traditional practices
D.
It is unaffected by soil erosion.
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ANSWER :
A. It is heavily dependent on seasonal rainfall.
17.
Why does the passage emphasize the importance of developing internal waterways in India?
A.
They provide fresh drinking water.
B.
They prevent soil erosion.
C.
They are cheaper than rail and road transport.
D.
They reduce reliance on irrigation.
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ANSWER :
C. They are cheaper than rail and road transport.
18.
What is one of the most urgent needs in India according to the passage?
A.
Expanding urban areas
B.
Developing agricultural industries
C.
Improving public transportation
D.
Systematic afforestation
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ANSWER :
D. Systematic afforestation