Geology Paper 2023 – Haryana HCS Mains
- Year 2023
- Conducted By Haryana Government
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration 3 Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Geology |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | Haryana Government |
| Subject | Geology / भू-विज्ञान |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This SEO bundle covers the Geology ( भू-विज्ञान ) question paper for the 2023 Haryana HCS Mains. Page 1 provides the exam header, timing, total marks, bilingual instruction context, and general guidelines. Page 2 contains the repaired OCR for Section-A and Section-B questions, listing eight descriptive prompts across two main questions: Q1 with subparts (a–e) covering fluid dynamics, boundary geology, lithosphere vs asthenosphere, equilibria, and parallax; Q2 with subparts (a–c) addressing cirques formation, rock stress types, and Permian–Triassic boundary issues in India. This JSON consolidates metadata, exam overview, descriptive question items, and comprehensive SEO elements (titles, descriptions, keywords, topics, and structured data).
Major Topics Covered
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Tectonics
- Geomorphology
- Glaciology
- Sedimentology
- Hydrology
- Remote Sensing
- Photogrammetry
- Aerial Photography
- Lithosphere
- Asthenosphere
- Mantle
- Plate Boundaries
- Structural Geology
- Paleontology
- Paleoenvironment
- Boundary Layers
- Seismology
- Earth History
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Instructions
- 2023 Geology भू - विज्ञान Time: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 200 समय: 3 घंटे अधिकतम अंक: 200
- This paper is divided into two Sections, Section-A and Section-B. ये प्रश्नपत्र दो खंडों में विभाजित है, खंड-A और खंड-B
- Each Section contains four (4) questions. प्रत्येक खंड में चार प्रश्न है।
- Candidate has to attempt five questions in all. परीक्षार्थी को पांच प्रश्नों का उत्तर लिखना है।
- Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE questions are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each Section. प्रश्न संख्या 1 और 5 अनिवार्य है और शेष प्रश्नों में से किन्हीं तीन का उत्तर लिखना है, प्रत्येक खंड से एक प्रश्न को हल करना है।
- Word limit in questions, where specified, should be adhered to. प्रश्नों में शब्द सीमा, जहाँ विनिर्दिष्ट है, का अनुसरण किया जाना चाहिए।
- The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it. प्रत्येक प्रश्न/ भाग के लिए नियत अंक उसके सामने दिए गए हैं।
- Questions are printed in English & Hindi languages.
- In case of any ambiguity in translation of any question, English version shall be treated as final. प्रत्येक प्रश्न हिन्दी और अंग्रेजी दोनों भाषाओं में छपा है। प्रश्नों के अनुवाद में किसी अस्पष्टता की स्थिति में, अंग्रेजी सस्करण को ही अन्तिम माना जाएगा। (1) Geology / 2023
Questions (page 2)
Q1. 1(a) What is Reynolds number and how does it influence the behaviour of fluid flow within river systems?
Q2.
1(b) Describe the major features of a convergent boundary.
(8) अभिसरण सीमा की प्रमुख विशेषताओं का वर्णन करें।
Q3.
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(c) What is the difference between the lithosphere and asthenosphere? At what depth does this boundary occur?
(8) स्थलमंडल (लिथोस्फेयर) और द्रबलता-मंडल (एस्थेनोस्फेयर) के बीच क्या अन्तर है? यह सीमा कितनी गहराई पर बनती है?
Q4.
1(d) Explain the difference between a steady state equilibrium and dynamic equilibrium.
(8) स्थिर साम्यावस्था और गतिशील साम्यावस्था के बीच अंतर स्पष्ट करें।
Q5.
1(e) How does parallax affect the interpretation of features in aerial photography?
(8) हवाई फोटोग्राफी में लंबन सुविधाओं की व्याख्या को कैसे प्रभावित करता है?
Q6.
2(a) Describe the formation of cirques. How is it related to aretes and tarn lakes?
(10) Cirques के निर्माण का वर्णन करें। यह एरेट्स और टार्न झीलों से किस प्रकार संबंधित है?
Q7.
2(b) Explain the types of stress and their effects on rock behaviour.
(15) तनाव (Stress) के प्रकार और शैल के व्यवहार पर उनके प्रभावों की व्याख्या करें। (शब्दसीमा:300)
Q8.
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(c) What is the basis for defining Permian-Triassic (PT) boundary? What was the major biological crisis at this boundary? Briefly discuss some important marine and continental PT boundary sections of India.
(15) पर्मियन-ट्राइसिक (PT) सीमा को परिभाषित करने का आधार क्या है? इस सीमा पर प्रमुख जैविक संकट क्या था? भारत के कुछ महत्वपूर्ण समुद्री और महाद्वीपीय PT सीमा खंडों पर संक्षेप में चर्चा करें। (शब्द सीमा:300)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the duration of the Geology paper?
3 hours
What is the maximum marks for the Geology paper?
200
How many sections are in the paper?
Two sections: Section A and Section B
How many questions must a candidate attempt?
Five questions in total
Which questions are compulsory?
Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory (one from each section)
Are questions printed in both English and Hindi?
Yes, bilingual printing is used