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UPSC Prelims 2005 · World Geography · Countries, Rivers and Resources
Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- Great Britain comprises England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
- England covers less than 60% of the total area of the United Kingdom.
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) Both 1 and 2
- (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: (b) 2 only
England is under 60% of UK area; Great Britain excludes Northern Ireland.
Statement by statement
1. ✗ WRONG Great Britain = England, Scotland, Wales. The UK adds Northern Ireland.
2. ✓ CORRECT England is about 53% of the UK’s area.
Why the others are wrong
(a) Includes Northern Ireland in Great Britain.
(c) Includes Northern Ireland.
(d) Rejects the area fact.
The trap
GB and UK are often used as synonyms.
🔒 UK = Great Britain + Northern Ireland.
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