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UPPSC 2020 GS-I World Geography
Question

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
Tropical cyclones - Country

A) Baguios - 1) Australia
B) Hurricanes - 2) China
C) Typhoons - 3) Philippines
D) Willy-Willies - 4) United States of America

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1”.
Tropical Cyclones Country
Baguios Philippines
Hurricanes United States of America
Typhoons China
Willy-Willies Australia

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