Examine the major challenges posed by tropical cyclones along India's eastern coast. Suggest measures to strengthen coastal disaster preparedness.

The Himalayan region is highly vulnerable to earthquakes. Discuss the major causes of this vulnerability and suggest measures to strengthen disaster preparedness.

“The growth of cities as I.T. hubs has opened up new avenues of employment, but has also created new problems”. Substantiate this statement with examples

What characteristics can be assigned to monsoon climate that succeeds in feeding more than 50 percent of the world population residing in Monsoon Asia?

In what way can floods be converted into a sustainable source of irrigation and all-weather inland navigation in India?

Petroleum refineries are not necessarily located nearer to crude oil producing areas, particularly in many of the developing countries. Explain its implications.

How does the cryosphere affect global climate?

Mention the advantages of the cultivation of pulses because of which the year 2016 was declared as the International Year of Pulses by United Nations.

“Inspite of adverse environmental impact, coal mining is still inevitable for development”. Discuss

How does the Juno Mission of NASA help to understand the origin and evolution of the Earth?

With regard to the morality of actions, one view is that means is of paramount importance and the other view is that the ends justify the means. Which view do you think is more appropriate? Justify your answer.

What is the significance of Industrial Corridors in India? Identifying industrial corridors, explain their main characteristics.

Defining blue revolution, explain the problems and strategies for pisciculture development in India.

“The ideal solution of depleting ground water resources in India is water harvesting system.” How can it be made effective in urban areas?

Discuss whether formation of new states in recent times is beneficial or not for the economy of India.

What are the consequences of spreading of ‘Dead Zones’ on marine ecosystem?

Define mantle plume and explain its role in plate tectonics.

Why is India taking keen interest in the Arctic region?

Why is Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) needed? How does it help in navigation?

What do each of the following quotations mean to you? “A man is but a product of his thoughts. What he thinks he becomes.” – M.K. Gandhi