Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Settlements

Question:

Match List - I with List - II.

LIST I
 Type of town 

LIST II
Example

 A. Recreation Town 

 I. Dhanbad

 B. Industrial Town

 II. Pittsburgh 

 C. Mining Town

 III. Panaji

 D. Transport Town 

 IV. Singapore

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV

A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III

Correct Answer:

A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV

Here's an elaboration of the correct matching of List I with List II:

A. Recreation Town - Panaji (III): Panaji is often associated with recreational and leisure activities, including its beautiful beaches, tourism, and cultural attractions.

B. Mining Town - Dhanbad (I): Dhanbad is known for mining activities, particularly coal mining. It is one of the most important mining towns in India.

C. Industrial Town - Pittsburgh (II): Pittsburgh, in the United States, has a long history of industrialization and was known for its steel industry, earning it the nickname "Steel City." It is an example of an industrial town.

D. Transport Town - Singapore (IV): Singapore is a global transport and logistics hub, known for its world-class port facilities, aviation industry, and efficient transportation infrastructure. It serves as a major transport town.