Monday, 2 March 2026

 

📘 Geography Optional – Paper I

Page 21 – Contemporary Issues & Applied Geography


Q1. What is Applied Geography? Explain its significance. (10 Marks)

  • Application of geographical knowledge
  • Policy planning & decision making
  • Disaster & resource management

Q2. Discuss Urbanisation as a contemporary issue. (15 Marks)

  • Rapid city growth
  • Slums & housing crisis
  • Urban sprawl
  • Smart city concept

Q3. Explain Food Security challenges in developing countries. (15 Marks)

  • Population pressure
  • Climate change impact
  • Agricultural productivity issues

Q4. Discuss Water Crisis as a geographical problem. (10 Marks)

  • Groundwater depletion
  • River pollution
  • Inter-state conflicts

Q5. Explain Migration and its socio-economic impacts. (10 Marks)

  • Rural-urban migration
  • Brain drain
  • Remittances

Q6. Discuss Global Warming and its mitigation strategies. (15 Marks)

  • Carbon reduction
  • Renewable energy
  • International agreements

Q7. What is Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)? (10 Marks)

  • Pre-project evaluation
  • Environmental safeguards
  • Sustainable planning tool

Q8. Explain Digital Geography and Big Data usage. (10 Marks)

  • Spatial analytics
  • AI & mapping
  • Real-time data monitoring

Q9. Discuss Climate Justice. (10 Marks)

  • Equity in emissions
  • Developed vs developing nations
  • Loss & damage debate

Q10. Evaluate the role of Geography in public policy. (15 Marks)

  • Regional planning
  • Infrastructure development
  • Environmental regulation

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