1. World Environment Day is celebrated globally on -----------.
a) 25 May
b) 5 June
c) 9 June
d) 5 July
Answer. b) 5 June
Context: On June 5, 2025, World Environment Day was celebrated globally, with Jeju, South Korea, hosting the official event.
2. " Mithi River " often makes headlines. Where does it flow?
a) Gujarat
b) Maharashtra
c) Karnataka
d) Tamil Nadu
Answer. b) Maharashtra
The Mithi River is a seasonal river located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Context: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at 15 locations in connection with a ₹65 crore scam in the Mithi River desilting project.
3. The Musi River flows in which state?
a) Gujarat
b) Maharashtra
c) Telangana
d) Odisha
Answer. c) Telangana
Hyderabad is located on the banks of the Musi River.
4. In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the ---------.
a) First half of June
b) Second half of June
c) First half of July
d) Second half of July
Answer. b) Second half of June
In the Northern Hemisphere, the longest day of the year, also known as the summer solstice, typically occurs in the second half of June. This usually falls on June 20th, 21st, or 22nd, depending on the year.
5. Variations in the length of daytime and night-time from
season to season are due to ----------
a) The Earth’s rotation on its axis
b) The Earth’s revolution around the Sun in an elliptical manner
c) Latitudinal position of the place
d) Revolution of the Earth on a tilted axis
Answer. d) Revolution of the Earth on a tilted axis
Variations in the length of daytime and night-time from season to season are due to the tilt of the Earth's axis relative to its orbit around the Sun.
This axial tilt (approximately 23.5°) causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to changes in day and night duration.
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