Q1.
Describe the significance of unconformities in establishing stratigraphic record.

Explain the utility of establishing seismic zones.

Explain the nature and effects of seismic waves.

Describe the importance of cleavage in geological studies.

Write briefly on Global Positioning System (GPS).

Q2.
Explain the concept of Davis on geomorphic cycles.

Describe the genetic classification of faults, aided with neat sketches.

Discuss the classification and global distribution of volcanoes and describe various volcanic products.

Q3.
Discuss the applications of remote sensing in Geology.

What are valley glaciers? Describe the major landforms produced due to glacial erosion.

Describe strain markers and their significance.

Q4.
Enumerate the tools and equipments required to undertake geological mapping. Explain the importance of geological mapping.

Give an account of the application of Geographic Information Systems
(GIS).

Explain the major discontinuities within the Earth's interior.

Q5.Write notes on the following in about 150 words each:
Bagh beds

Importance of index fossils in establishing correlation

Significance of biostratigraphy and its utility

Types of forces acting on a dam

Subsurface distribution of water

Q6.
Give an account of seismic refraction method in the exploration for groundwater.

Explain the evolutionary trends of Hominidae.

Describe the significance of trace fossils.

Q7.
What are landslides? Explain the causes of landslides and the measures that can be taken to overcome this phenomenon.

Give an account of the stratigraphy, lithology and environment of deposition of the Jurassic rocks of Kutch.

(c)Explain the process of separation of micro-fossils from the matrix.

Q8.
What are springs? Give an account of various types of springs.

Describe the evolution of the Himalayas.

Give an account of the evolutionary changes noticed in the glabella of trilobites.