Geology KP PMS Paper I 2008

NWFP, PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, PESHAWAR

COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR

PROVINCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICE, 2008

GEOLOGY PAPER I

Time Allowed: 03 Hours Max. Marks: 100

NOTE: Attempt only five questions.

Q.No.1 Discuss different theories about the origin of earth as a planet. Which theory is the most suitable in your view?

Q.No.2 Give the distinguishing characteristics of Phylum Mollusca on the basis of morphological features. Compare class Gastropod and Pelecypod.

Q.No.3 What do you understand by the term stratigraphic nomenclature? Describe various types of stratigraphic units.

Q.No.4 Discuss in detail the stratigraphy of Khewra Gorge. Why is it called the museum of stratigraphy?

Q.No.5 Describe plate tectonic theory. Give different tectonic features of Pakistan.

Q.No.6 What are plutonic rocks? Describe its classification of the basis of composition and mode of occurrence.

Q.No.7 Differentiate primary and secondary structure of sedimentary rocks. Give the classification of secondary sedimentary structures on different bases.