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Q193. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer: (1997) | List-I (Crops) | List-II (Geographical conditions) | | :--- | :--- | | A. Barley | 1. Hot and dry climate with poor soil | | B. Rice | 2. Cool climate with poorer soil | | C. Millets | 3. Warm and moist climate with high altitude | | D. Tea | 4. Hot and moist climate with rich soil | Codes:

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer: (1997)

List-I (Crops)List-II (Geographical conditions)
A. Barley1. Hot and dry climate with poor soil
B. Rice2. Cool climate with poorer soil
C. Millets3. Warm and moist climate with high altitude
D. Tea4. Hot and moist climate with rich soil

Codes:

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Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 1997 • Geography

Correct Answer: Option (A) — A – 2; B – 4; C – 1; D – 3

Concept & Option Breakdown

Standard Reference Verified
  • Barley thrives in a cool climate with poorer soil (tolerates frost and poorer soils better than wheat).
  • Rice requires a hot and moist climate with rich soil (alluvial soils and high water).
  • Millets (coarse grains) thrive in a hot and dry climate with poor soil.
  • Tea grows best in a warm and moist climate with high altitude (well-drained hill slopes).

Thus, A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 is the correct match.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 1997 (Q193)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicGeography → Human & Political Geography
Official Answer KeyOption (A) — A – 2; B – 4; C – 1; D – 3

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 1997 GS Paper I Question 193 (Geography)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 1997 Geography (Human & Political Geography) question is Option (A): "A – 2; B – 4; C – 1; D – 3". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 1997 question belong to?

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