Q. Consider the following statements:
1. The Red Sea receives very little precipitation in any form.
2. No water enters the Red Sea from rivers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Question from UPSC Prelims 2024 GS Paper
Explanation :
1. “The Red Sea receives very little precipitation in any form”
– This statement is correct. The Red Sea is located in one of the most arid regions of the world
– The area experiences extremely low rainfall, typically less than 60mm per year
– There is very little precipitation in any form (rain, snow, etc.)
2. “No water enters the Red Sea from rivers”
– This statement is also correct
– The Red Sea has no permanent rivers flowing into it
– The surrounding areas are desert regions with no significant river systems
– The only freshwater input comes from occasional wadis (dry riverbeds) during rare rain events
Since both statements are correct, the answer is (c) Both 1 and 2.