Consider the following statements : 1. Many urban and suburban areas experience a higher temperature than surrounding rural areas known as urban heat islands. 2. The reduction in urban green cover and the increase of built-up hard surface is the only cause of urban heat isl… | UPSC CAPF 2026 Q No 81

Accepted Answer: (A) 1 only

Topic Covered: Geography and Environment

Key Concept: Physical geography, maps, climate and environmental systems

The correct option follows from the underlying quantitative, logical or geographical relationship. “1 only” is obtained by applying the defining rule, formula, map fact or classification relevant to the question.

The key is to apply the central fact, formula, definition or relationship tested in the question and then eliminate alternatives that do not satisfy it.