Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Geography

Match List I with List II:

List I Tidal attribute List II Practical significance
1. Predictable timing a. Removal of sediment and polluted water from estuaries
2. High tidal level b. Generation of electrical power
3. Tidal flow c. Planning by navigators and fishermen
4. Repeated rise and fall d. Entry into harbours obstructed by shallow entrance bars

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1–d, 2–c, 3–a, 4–b.
  2. 1–c, 2–a, 3–b, 4–d.
  3. 1–a, 2–d, 3–c, 4–b.
  4. 1–c, 2–d, 3–a, 4–b.
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