📘 Geography Optional – Paper I
Page 20 – Models & Quantitative Techniques
Q1. What is a Model in Geography? Explain its types. (10 Marks)
- Representation of reality
- Descriptive models
- Normative models
- Probabilistic models
Q2. Explain Central Place Theory of Christaller. (15 Marks)
- Hexagonal market areas
- Threshold population
- Range of goods
- K-values principle
Q3. Discuss Losch’s Modification of Central Place Theory. (10 Marks)
- Profit maximization
- Flexible hexagons
- Market competition
Q4. Explain Rank-Size Rule. (10 Marks)
- City size hierarchy
- Zipf’s law
- Urban distribution pattern
Q5. Discuss Gravity Model in Geography. (10 Marks)
- Interaction between places
- Population size influence
- Distance decay effect
Q6. What is Quantitative Revolution? (10 Marks)
- 1960s shift
- Statistical methods
- Scientific approach in geography
Q7. Explain Measures of Central Tendency used in Geography. (10 Marks)
- Mean
- Median
- Mode
Q8. Discuss Correlation and Regression analysis. (15 Marks)
- Relationship between variables
- Positive & negative correlation
- Prediction & trend analysis
Q9. What is Remote Sensing? Explain its applications. (15 Marks)
- Satellite imagery
- Resource mapping
- Disaster monitoring
Q10. Explain GIS and its importance in modern geography. (15 Marks)
- Spatial data analysis
- Layer mapping
- Urban planning & resource management
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