QUESTION PYQ 07
GS3
10 marks
Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent. Discuss two recent examples.
WRITE IN
7 min
150 words
What the examiner wants
For Cloudbursts, explain in sequence: first, Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent.; then, Discuss two recent examples.. Keep evidence and the conclusion tied to these exact limbs.
Explain · DiscussAnswer exactly what the question asks.
Demand-wise check
- 1Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent≈55 words
- 2Discuss two recent examples≈55 words
Open in about 20 words and close in about 20.
Answer plan
Definition/locationControlling physical processesSpatial patternConsequences/applicationLabelled map or process sketch for Cloudbursts
Where marks usually go
- Over-writing ‘Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian…’ while reducing ‘Discuss two recent examples.’ to a token paragraph
- Missing the evidence burden: this PYQ explicitly asks for examples/cases, so generic assertions on Cloudbursts cannot carry the answer
Value addition
- Cloudbursts: risk chain — driver/hazard → exposure → impact → mitigation/resilience
→ Draw it in the body, next to the point it supports.
Official source anchors
These are authoritative sources selected for this exact PYQ. Where a card is an official-domain anchor rather than a fact-level citation, verify the precise provision, definition or data point on the linked source before using it.
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