📘 Geography Optional – Paper I (Advanced Series)

Page 31 – Advanced Geomorphology (Analytical Focus)

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Q1. Critically examine Davis’ Cycle of Erosion. (20 Marks)

• Concept of time-based landscape evolution
• Youth–Maturity–Old age stages
• Criticism: Unrealistic assumptions
• Relevance in humid temperate regions

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Q2. Compare Davis and Penck models of landscape evolution. (15 Marks)

• Davis – Sequential stages
• Penck – Simultaneous uplift & erosion
• Dynamic equilibrium concept

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Q3. Explain the concept of Geomorphic Threshold. (15 Marks)

• Critical limits of slope stability
• Sudden landscape change
• Application in landslide prediction

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Q4. Discuss role of tectonics in landform development. (15 Marks)

• Plate boundaries
• Mountain building
• Rift valleys

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Q5. Evaluate Fluvial processes in shaping floodplains. (15 Marks)

• Lateral erosion
• Deposition
• Meander migration
• Human intervention impacts

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Q6. Discuss slope development theories. (15 Marks)

• Parallel retreat
• Slope decline
• Composite slopes

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Q7. Explain role of climate in geomorphology. (15 Marks)

• Climatic geomorphology
• Arid vs humid processes
• Periglacial landforms

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Q8. Assess impact of human activities on geomorphic systems. (15 Marks)

• Mining
• Dam construction
• Urbanisation

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Q9. Explain concept of graded river. (10 Marks)

• Equilibrium profile
• Balance of erosion & deposition

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Q10. Write short notes on: (10 Marks)

• Peneplain
• Pediplain
• Monadnock

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