UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 17 April 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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Source: DTE Subject: Geography Context: A new study reveals that tropical cyclones passing over marine heatwaves are far more destructive, resulting in 60% more billion-dollar disasters due to rapid intensification. About Marine heatwaves: What are Marine Heatwaves? A marine heatwave (MHW) is a prolonged period of unusually high ocean temperatures in a specific region. They …
Source: RT Subject: International Relations/Geography Context: Satellite imagery from April 2026 reveals that China has deployed a floating barrier and multiple vessels to block the entrance of the Scarborough Shoal. About Scarborough Shoal: What it is? Scarborough Shoal (known as Bajo de Masinloc in the Philippines and Huangyan Island in China) is a triangular-shaped chain …
Source: TOI Subject: Geography Context: A boat carrying approximately 250 Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals capsized in the Andaman Sea. About Andaman Sea: What it is? The Andaman Sea is a significant marginal sea of the northeastern Indian Ocean. It serves as a vital maritime link between Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, historically facilitating …
Source: PIB Subject: Geography Context: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved a massive investment of ₹14,105.83 crore for the construction of the 1200 MW Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh. About Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project: What it is? Kalai-II is a large-scale hydropower project designed to generate clean energy and manage peak power …
UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 10 April 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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Source: BS Subject: Geography Context: A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region, with the epicenter near Jurm. About The Hindu Kush: What It Is? The Hindu Kush is a formidable 800-kilometre-long mountain range in Central and South Asia. It is part of the Great Alpine-Himalayan system and represents one of the most …
Source: TOI Subject: Geography Context: Following a seismic event in Turkey, widespread reports of floating, glowing lights in the sky have transitioned from folklore to a subject of serious scientific investigation. Known as Earthquake Lights (EQL), these rare atmospheric phenomena are being documented by global satellite networks. About Earthquake Lights (EQL): What It Is? Earthquake …
UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 3 April 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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Source: NDTV Subject: Geography/ Mapping Context: The Bab el-Mandab Strait, known as the Gate of Tears, faces renewed threats of closure as Yemen-based Houthi rebels escalate ballistic missile attacks amid the widening Middle East conflict. About Bab el-Mandab Strait: What It Is? The Bab el-Mandab is a strategic maritime chokepoint and one of the world’s …
UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 26 March 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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Source: TH Subject: Species in News/Geography Context: The Chokramudi hills in Kerala, previously a hub for illegal encroachment and construction, have been reclaimed by the government and transformed into a thriving natural habitat. This restoration has led to the return of the endangered Nilgiri tahr and the revival of the rare Neelakurinji About Chokramudi Hills: …
UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 19 March 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 4 March 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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Source: FP Subject: Geography Context: Renewed military clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan have intensified tensions across the Durand Line, signalling a deep rupture in political and military ties. About Durand Line: What it is? The Durand Line is a 2,600-km international land boundary separating Afghanistan and Pakistan, originally drawn in 1893 to demarcate spheres of …
Source: HT Subject: Geography Context: A Cessna 172 aircraft crashed into the Hudson River near the Newburgh–Beacon Bridge, drawing national attention to the river corridor. About Hudson River: What it is? The Hudson River is a major river in the state of New York, United States, and one of the country’s most historically and economically …
UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 3 March 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 2 March 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 27 February 2026 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more. We …
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Source: IT Subject: Geography Context: Researchers at Duke University have identified that ocean salinity can amplify the intensity of El Niño by approximately 20%. About El Nino: What it is? El Niño (meaning “Little Boy” in Spanish) is a recurring climate pattern characterized by the unusual warming of surface waters in the central and eastern …
