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CBSE 12 Geography Question paper-2017

CBSE 12 Geography Question paper-2017

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Geography board exam questions from the year 2017, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper formats

2025-08-04
CBSE Geography 2017 Grade 12 Class 12

Duration

50 min

Questions

38

Marking

Negative

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Which are the two major types of settlements according to their shape found in the world?

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Name the state of India having the least share of population according to the Census 2011.

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What is the major function of the National Highways Authority of India?

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Why has gathering little chance of becoming important at the global level? Explain one reason.

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How is 'node' different from 'link' in the transport system?

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Classify rainfed farming on the basis of adequacy of soil moisture during cropping season.

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Describe the major function of the National Highways Authority of India.

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The Volga is one of the most developed inland water-ways in Russia. Justify.

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Classify rainfed farming on the basis of adequacy of soil moisture during cropping season.

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How is β€˜node’ different from β€˜link’ in transport systems?

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Which land use category has shown the highest increasing trend in India?

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What is the primary feature of the Konkan Railway?

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Why are the Narmada, Tapi, and Mahi rivers important for irrigation?

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What role do thermal power plants play in India's energy production?

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Which of the following is a leading export of India?

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Describe the climate conditions that support tea cultivation in India.

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Which river in India is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar'?

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Which of the following is a major factor influencing the agricultural productivity in India?

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What are the main features of the Indian monsoon?

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Describe the role of rivers in the economic development of India.

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Which river is known as the longest river in India?

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Which of the following is the largest state by area in India?

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What is the primary reason for the high population density in the Ganga basin?

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What is the main crop grown in the coastal plains of India?

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Which state in India is known for its coffee plantations?

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Which is the largest coastal state in India by area?

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What is the main source of livelihood in rural areas of India?

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Which is the largest river island in India?

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Which state is the leading producer of sugarcane in India?

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What is the primary factor affecting the climate of a region?

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What is the main reason for the rising sea levels in coastal areas of India?

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Which mountain range is located along the eastern coast of India?

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What is the primary reason for the monsoon in India?

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Which is the largest state in India by population?

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Which state in India is known for its tea plantations?

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Which Indian state has the most number of national parks?

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Which city is known as the 'City of Joy' in India?

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Which state in India is the largest producer of cotton?

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