Geography of India MCQs
Practice Geography of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering physical features, rivers, mountains, plateaus, deserts, climate, soils, agriculture, mineral resources, industries, transportation, population and important geographical facts of India frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #21
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Which river forms the 'Dhuandhar Falls' near Jabalpur?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Narmada River creates the Dhuandhar Falls, also known as the 'Smoke Cascade', at Bhedaghat near Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh.
The Narmada River creates the Dhuandhar Falls, also known as the 'Smoke Cascade', at Bhedaghat near Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh.
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Question #22
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Which is the highest plateau in India?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Ladakh Plateau is often considered the highest plateau in India, characterized by high altitude, cold desert conditions, and sparse vegetation.
The Ladakh Plateau is often considered the highest plateau in India, characterized by high altitude, cold desert conditions, and sparse vegetation.
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Question #23
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The 'Gir National Park' is famous for the conservation of:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only natural habitat in the world for the Asiatic Lion.
Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only natural habitat in the world for the Asiatic Lion.
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Question #24
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Which among the following is India’s first national park?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Jim Corbett National Park (formerly Hailey National Park), established in 1936 in Uttarakhand, is India's first national park.
Jim Corbett National Park (formerly Hailey National Park), established in 1936 in Uttarakhand, is India's first national park.
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Question #25
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Which state has the lowest sex ratio in India as per the 2011 Census?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Haryana had the lowest sex ratio (879 females per 1000 males) in India according to the 2011 Census.
Haryana had the lowest sex ratio (879 females per 1000 males) in India according to the 2011 Census.
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Question #26
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Which soil is also known as 'Usar' or 'Kallar' in India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Saline and alkaline soils, which are unsuitable for agriculture, are locally known as Usar, Kallar, or Chopan in various parts of India.
Saline and alkaline soils, which are unsuitable for agriculture, are locally known as Usar, Kallar, or Chopan in various parts of India.
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Question #27
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The 'Kanchenjunga' peak is located in:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Kanchenjunga, the third-highest mountain in the world, is situated on the border between India (Sikkim) and Nepal.
Kanchenjunga, the third-highest mountain in the world, is situated on the border between India (Sikkim) and Nepal.
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Question #28
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Which of these rivers is not a trans-boundary river?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Mahanadi originates and flows entirely within India, unlike the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra, which originate outside India.
Mahanadi originates and flows entirely within India, unlike the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra, which originate outside India.
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Question #29
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Which is the largest 'Lakhustrine' (lake) ecosystem in India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Vembanad Lake in Kerala is the longest lake in India and the largest lake ecosystem.
Vembanad Lake in Kerala is the longest lake in India and the largest lake ecosystem.
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Question #30
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The 'Narmada' and 'Tapi' rivers flow into which sea?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Narmada and Tapi are west-flowing peninsular rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea, forming estuaries rather than deltas.
Narmada and Tapi are west-flowing peninsular rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea, forming estuaries rather than deltas.
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Question #31
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What is the primary cause of winter rainfall in the North-Western part of India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Western Disturbances, which originate in the Mediterranean region, cause winter rainfall in North-Western India, vital for the Rabi crops.
Western Disturbances, which originate in the Mediterranean region, cause winter rainfall in North-Western India, vital for the Rabi crops.
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Question #32
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The 'Shola' grasslands are found in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Shola grasslands are found in the higher altitude regions of the Western Ghats (specifically Nilgiris and Annamalai hills).
Shola grasslands are found in the higher altitude regions of the Western Ghats (specifically Nilgiris and Annamalai hills).
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Question #33
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Which state is the largest producer of bauxite in India?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Odisha is the largest producer of bauxite in India, accounting for nearly 50% of the country's total output.
Odisha is the largest producer of bauxite in India, accounting for nearly 50% of the country's total output.
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Question #34
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The 'National Highway Authority of India' (NHAI) was constituted in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) was set up by the NHAI Act, 1988, for the development, maintenance, and management of national highways.
The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) was set up by the NHAI Act, 1988, for the development, maintenance, and management of national highways.
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Question #35
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Where is the 'Indian Agricultural Research Institute' (IARI) located?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
IARI, popularly known as the Pusa Institute, is located in New Delhi and is the premier national institute for agricultural research.
IARI, popularly known as the Pusa Institute, is located in New Delhi and is the premier national institute for agricultural research.
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Question #36
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Which region in India is famous for its 'Saffron' cultivation?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Kashmir, particularly the Pampore region, is globally renowned for producing high-quality saffron.
Kashmir, particularly the Pampore region, is globally renowned for producing high-quality saffron.
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Question #37
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Which island is known as the 'Dolphin's Nose'?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Dolphin's Nose is a hill-headland at Visakhapatnam, which protects the port from cyclones and acts as a natural breakwater.
The Dolphin's Nose is a hill-headland at Visakhapatnam, which protects the port from cyclones and acts as a natural breakwater.
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Question #38
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What is the 'Bhabar' region characterized by?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Bhabar is a narrow strip of land south of the Shiwalik foothills, characterized by porous, boulder-rich soil where smaller streams disappear.
The Bhabar is a narrow strip of land south of the Shiwalik foothills, characterized by porous, boulder-rich soil where smaller streams disappear.
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Question #39
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Which of the following is a major iron-ore export port?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Paradip port in Odisha is a major gateway for the export of iron ore, primarily mined in the Odisha-Jharkhand belt.
Paradip port in Odisha is a major gateway for the export of iron ore, primarily mined in the Odisha-Jharkhand belt.
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Question #40
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The 'Indira Gandhi Canal' derives its water from which dam?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Indira Gandhi Canal, which irrigates the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, gets its water from the Harike Barrage on the Sutlej and Beas rivers.
The Indira Gandhi Canal, which irrigates the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, gets its water from the Harike Barrage on the Sutlej and Beas rivers.
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