1 previous year UPSC Prelims question on Solar System and Evolution of Earth (Geography). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
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The "Diamond Ring" phenomenon is a striking optical effect observed during a total solar eclipse. It occurs when a small sliver of the Sun’s light is visible around the edge of the Moon, creating the appearance of a brilliant diamond resting on a luminous ring. This effect is typically seen moments just before the eclipse reaches totality or immediately after it ends.
| Q | UPSC year | Correct answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1996 | (c) only along the peripheral regions of the totality trail |
This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Solar System and Evolution of Earth (Geography), asked from 1996 to 2025. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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Questions on Solar System and Evolution of Earth (Geography) are available for 12 years, from 1996 to 2025. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
