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 #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 D
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 B
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 C
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 C
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 A
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 D
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 B
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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