Geography Quiz
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Geography Quiz

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Which Greek scholar is credited with first using the word 'geography'?

  • Aristotle
  • Socrates
  • Plato
  • Eratosthenes (correct)
  • Which discipline seeks an understanding of Earth and its human and natural complexities?

  • Geography (correct)
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • What does the word 'geography' mean in Greek?

  • Spatial understanding
  • Study of lands
  • Earth science
  • Earth description (correct)
  • Which field of science can apply many concepts of geography to other celestial bodies?

    <p>Planetary science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is geography often referred to as?

    <p>A bridge between social and natural sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization conducted the Census of India?

    <p>Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 46 cities with populations of 1 million and above known as?

    <p>Million Plus UAs or Cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the criteria for a town/city to be categorized as Class-I?

    <p>Population of 1 lakh (100,000)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many UAs are classified as Mega Cities?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for the list of cities in India by population?

    <p>Population within the boundaries of the respective Municipal Corporations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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