Geography optional answer writing Day-47 questions are based on Heartland and Rimland theories. The objective of this program is to enable aspirants to score 300 plus in Geography optional. Answer writing is the one of the way to achieve this objective.
Q.1) On the outline map of India, mark the location of all the following. Write the significance of these locations, whether physical/commercial/economic/ecological/ environmental/cultural, in not more than 30 words for each entry.: (2 x 5 =10 marks)
- Guru Ghasi Das (Sanjay) National Park
- Pulicat lake
- Yamuna river
- Jaduguda
- Karwar
Q.2) Explain the following terminologies in about 50 words each: (5 x 5 =25 marks)
- World island
- Heartland
- Buffer states
- Rimland
- Frontier
Q.3) Distinguish between boundaries and frontiers. Identify different types of boundaries. (2011) (20 marks)
Q.4) To what extent are the Heartland and Rimland theories helpful in understanding the world political situation today? Express your opinion clearly. (2004) (15 marks)
Q.5) What is the relevance of Spykman’s rimland model in the context of the ongoing South China Sea conflict? (15 marks)
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