Geography Optional – Paper II
Page 26 – Contemporary Issues & Applied Geography
Advanced Analytical Questions (Q501–520)
1. Globalisation & Regional Inequality
- FDI Distribution Patterns
- Urban Growth Poles
- SEZ Development
- Regional Disparities
2. Climate Change & Development
- Climate Vulnerability Zones
- Disaster-Prone Regions
- Adaptation & Mitigation Strategies
- Climate Justice
3. Urbanisation Challenges
- Metropolitan Expansion
- Slum Geography
- Urban Flooding
- Smart Cities Mission
4. Applied Geography Tools
- GIS & Remote Sensing
- Spatial Planning
- Digital Mapping
- Geospatial Policy
📘 Model Questions & Answers (Q501–510)
Q501. Analyse impact of globalisation on regional disparities in India.
Answer: Globalisation concentrated investment in coastal and urban regions, widening inland-regional inequality.
Answer: Globalisation concentrated investment in coastal and urban regions, widening inland-regional inequality.
Q502. Examine spatial pattern of SEZs in India.
Answer: SEZs are clustered near ports and metros due to infrastructure and export orientation.
Answer: SEZs are clustered near ports and metros due to infrastructure and export orientation.
Q503. Discuss climate vulnerability of Himalayan region.
Answer: Glacier retreat and landslides increase disaster risks in fragile ecosystems.
Answer: Glacier retreat and landslides increase disaster risks in fragile ecosystems.
Q504. Evaluate India’s climate adaptation policies.
Answer: National Action Plan on Climate Change promotes sectoral mitigation strategies.
Answer: National Action Plan on Climate Change promotes sectoral mitigation strategies.
Q505. Analyse urban flooding causes in Indian cities.
Answer: Encroachment of wetlands and poor drainage planning intensify floods.
Answer: Encroachment of wetlands and poor drainage planning intensify floods.
Q506. Discuss slum geography and informal economy.
Answer: Slums reflect socio-economic inequalities and migrant labour concentration.
Answer: Slums reflect socio-economic inequalities and migrant labour concentration.
Q507. Evaluate Smart Cities Mission geographically.
Answer: Focused on selected cities; uneven regional distribution remains a concern.
Answer: Focused on selected cities; uneven regional distribution remains a concern.
Q508. Analyse role of GIS in disaster management.
Answer: GIS enables real-time monitoring and risk mapping for preparedness.
Answer: GIS enables real-time monitoring and risk mapping for preparedness.
Q509. Examine geospatial policy reforms in India.
Answer: Liberalised mapping norms encourage private sector innovation.
Answer: Liberalised mapping norms encourage private sector innovation.
Q510. Suggest sustainable urban planning measures.
Answer: Promote green spaces, transit-oriented development and climate-resilient infrastructure.
Answer: Promote green spaces, transit-oriented development and climate-resilient infrastructure.
📝 Analytical Short Questions (Q511–520)
- Q511. Compare coastal vs inland industrial growth.
- Q512. Analyse FDI regional imbalance.
- Q513. Discuss glacier retreat implications.
- Q514. Evaluate coastal vulnerability in India.
- Q515. Examine informal settlements pattern.
- Q516. Analyse metropolitan region governance.
- Q517. Discuss digital India’s spatial impact.
- Q518. Evaluate geospatial data accessibility reforms.
- Q519. Analyse disaster risk zoning methods.
- Q520. Critically examine applied geography in policy making.
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