CSS Geography Past Paper 2000
Note: Before 2016 Geography had Two Papers.
Paper-I
PART-II (Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions from PART-II. (20×4)
PART-II
Q.2 Distinguish between rock weathering and erosion. Show how processes of weathering in cool humid climates differ from those in hot arid regions. You may take examples from any part of the world.
Q.3 What do you understand by the plate theory? What has it to do with:
(a) The formation of mountains
(b) Earthquakes
(c) Volcanoes
Q.4 Summarize with specific examples the classification of rocks and show how different modes of origin affect the exploitation of mineral wealth.
Q.5 Describe and explain the ways in which each of the following desert landforms originates:
(a) Mesa
(b) Pedestal rock
(c) Barchan
(d) Playa
(e) Wadi
Q.6 Examine the relation between the prevalent wind systems and ocean currents in either the North Atlantic or North Pacific Oceans. Also, suggest the effects of the oceanic circulation described.
Q.7 Confining your attention to the northern hemisphere, contrast the Cool Temperate West Marginal type of climate with the Cool Temperate East Marginal type and try to account for any similarities and differences.
Q.8 Write short notes on the following:
(a) Modern cartography
(b) Observation of weather phenomena
(c) Uses and limitations of Mercator’s projection
(d) Distribution maps and their techniques
Paper-II
PART-II (Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions from PART-II. (20×4)
PART-II
Q.2 Enumerate the salient features of population distribution in “South East Asia.”
Q.3 Explain different farming types such as subsistence farming, dry farming, terrace farming, and mixed farming.
Q.4 Analyze the location of the Iron and Steel industry in the U.S.A and U.K.
Q.5 What are the major factors responsible for increasing urbanization? Highlight the main problems caused by this increase in urban centers.
Q.6 Write short geographical notes on the production, trade, and distribution of any TWO of the following products:
(a) Cotton
(b) Sugar cane
(c) Rubber
(d) Coffee
Q.7 Discuss the problems of “Waterlogging” and “Salinity,” especially in Pakistan. Explain the important remedial measures to be taken to control these problems.
Q.8 Discuss the environmental hazards currently facing the world. What adverse effects are being visualized from these problems?