1996

1. Discuss the processes of mechanical and chemical weathering and show their relationship with soil formation. 2. Examine critically the drawbacks of Koppen's Classification of climates. Explain how Thornthwaite attempted to overcome Koppen's limitations. 3. Explain and illustrate the ocean floor topography and give a detailed account of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.

1997
1. Discuss the concept of polycyclic landforms and present an analytical study of the polycyclic landforms of a selected region. 2. Define air masses. How do they originate? Classify them and state the characteristics of anyone type. 3. Examine critically ,the theories of the formation of coral reefs and atolls. Short Notes: (b) Marine resources, biotic, mineral and energy resources. (c) Weathering and soil formation

1998
1. Discuss the concept of volcanicity and show how the theory of Plate Tectonics explains the mechanism of volcanism and volcanic eruptions. 2. Discuss the nature and composition of earth's atmosphere. 3. Explain and illustrate the submarine relief of the Atlantic Ocean. Short Notes (a) Soil genesis (b) Geomorphic processes 1999 1. Bring out the distinctions between the 'continental drift' theory and the 'plate tectonics' theory. 2. Make a comparative study of the tropical and temperate cyclones. 3. Discuss the relevance of 'watershed', as an ecosystem for the purpose of sustainable development. Short Notes: (a) Cs type of climate, as per Koeppen's .classification (b) Submarine canyons (c) Gravity model 2000 1. With reference to the theory of Plate Tectonics, explain the origin and growth of the young Fold Mountain Systems of the world. 2. Give an account of the types and distribution of precipitation on the surface of the earth. 3. Discuss the causes and consequences of environmental degradataion and highlight the related conservation measures. Short Note : (a) Soil ProVirtual

2001 1. Present a critical analysis of the theory of Isostasy. 2. Discuss the concept of air masses and present their classification. 3. Discuss the concept, components and functioning of an ecosystem. Short Notes (a) Agro-forestry (b) Formation of coral reefs 2002 1. Provide a critique of the geographical cycle model, propounded by Davis. 2. Discuss the criteria which Thomthwaite adopted for his 1948 classification of world climates. 3. Write in detail on the concept of biosphere as an ecosystem. Short Notes: (a) Geosyncline 2003 1. Explain the sequential development of landforms associated with the coastal areas. 2. Discuss the mechanism and significance of tricellular meridional circulation of atmosphere. 3. Present a concise account of bottom relief of the Indian Ocean. Short notes: (a) Genesis of Soil 2004 1. Describe the landforms which are products of endogenetic forces. 2. How would the impact of global warming differ from one part of the earth to another? Give a reasoned account. 3. Discuss the mid-Atlantic Ridge in terms of its origin, extent and relief. Short Notes: (a) Peneplain (b) Pelagic deposits 2005 1. "Structure is a dominant control factor in the evolution of landforms;" Discuss with suitable examples. 2. Discuss the main features of the climatic classification system evolved by Koppen. Also point out its anomalies. 3. Bring out the major problems of environmental pollution at global scale and suggest measures to check it.

Short Notes:

(a) Role of seismic waves in the study of earth's interior (b) Soil erosion and conservation
2006 1. Critically evaluates the continental drift hypothesis of A. Wegener. 2. Compare the structure and associated weather conditions of tropical cyclone with that of temperature cyclone. 3. Discuss the global ecological imbalances and their management. Short Note : (a) Distribution of Soil 2007 1. Discuss the development of local winds, and their influence on local weather, giving three examples of the well-known local winds in the world. 2. Discuss the different bases for classifying the ocean deposits and give a detailed account of pelagic Deposits of the Oceans. 3. Define the concept of isostasy and discuss the postulation of Airy and Pratt. Short Notes:

(a) Eustatic changes of Sea-level 2008

1. Critically examine the concept of geomorphic cycle and discuss the views of W.M.Davis and W. Penck. 2. Discuss the mechanics and origin of the monsoon winds and explain the role of El Nino on Monsoon circulation. 3. Describe the ideal conditions for coral reef formation and discuss the glacial control theory of coral reef formation. Short Notes : (a) Seafloor spreading theory 2009 1. Highlight the geomorphic features essentially found in topographies under the Second Cycle of Erosion. 2. Give a brief account of the principal land biomes and their latitudinal distribution. 3. Discuss views on slope development provided by L. C. King. Short Notes: (a) Tropical Atmospheric instability () Zonal and Azonal Soils

2010 1. Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each : 15.4. Essential conditions for the develop-ment of karat topography Ocean deposits Inversion of temperature Floristic kingdoms, based on their global distribution

2. (a) Bring out the relevance of seismic study in determining the structure of the interior of the earth. (b) "Weathering is a complex phenomenon involving a number of processes and is influenced by various factors." Elaborate. 3. (a) What is 'polar front? How does cyclone develop along this fx-ont? Describe the weather conditions associated with it. (b) Examine the various kinds of atmospheric humidity and their associated forms. 4. (a) Explain the scientifically sound methods of bathymetry and give an account of the bottom topography of the Atlantic Ocean. (b) Give an account of the structure of ecosystem and describe its functional aspects. 2011 1. Write short notes on the following in about 150 words each : (a) Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism (b) Rossby waves and Jet Stream (c) Salinity patterns in Indian Ocean (d) Soil profile in Zonal and Azonal soils (e) Marine :Ecosystem 2. (a) Name the climatically controlled agents of erosion. Explain how they differ in terms at properties of matter. Compare the landforms produced by each one of them. (b) Explain the concept of Isostasy as postulated by Airy and Pratt. 4. (a) `Temperature, salinity and density differences in ocean water are the prime causes of ocean water circulation." Elaborate. 3. (a) Give an account of global distribution of precipitation. (b) "Contemporary global climate change is an anthropogenic phenomenon." Discuss. (b) Define the term biome. List the terrestrial biomes and describe the characteristics of Savanna biome.