4. Mains Questions

1. Major hot deserts in northern hemisphere are located between 20-30 degree north and on the western side of the continents. Why? (UPSC 2013/10 Marks)

2. “As regards the increasing rates of melting of Arctic ice, the interests of the Arctic Council nations may not coincide with those of the wider world. “Explain. (UPSC 2011/12 Marks)

3. Why is India undertaking expeditions to Antarctica? Describe the influence of Antarctica and Antarctic ocean on the climate of India and on the nutrient and energy supply to Indian Ocean.