GS PrelimsGeography (Physical)Distribution of Oceans and Continents2006

Consider the following statements: 1. Length of a terrestrial mile is lesser than that of a nautical mile. 2. Harmattan is a dusty land wind of the East African Coast. 3. Greece and Albania from a part of the Iberian Peninsula. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

1, 2 and 3

B

2 and 3, only

C

3 only

D

1 only

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1. Statement 1 is correct. A terrestrial mile (statute mile) is 1,609.344 meters, while a nautical mile is 1,852 meters. Thus, the length of a terrestrial mile is lesser than that of a nautical mile. 2. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Harmattan is a dry and dusty trade wind that blows from the Sahara Desert over West Africa into the Gulf of Guinea, primarily during the winter months (November to March). It is associated with West Africa, not the East African Coast. 3. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Iberian Peninsula is located in Southwestern Europe and primarily comprises Spain and Portugal. Greece and Albania are part of the Balkan Peninsula in Southeastern Europe. 4. Therefore, only statement 1 is correct.

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