Indian Geography MCQs
Indian Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Indian Geography for competitive examinations.
1. Which Indian state share the longest land border with Bhutan?
[A] Assam
[B] Sikkim
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] West Bengal
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Correct Answer: A [Assam]
Notes:
The Bhutan-India Border is the international boundary between the Kingdom of Bhutan and the Republic of India. The border is 699 km long, and adjoins the Indian states of Assam (267km), Arunachal Pradesh (217km), West Bengal (183km), and Sikkim (32km).
2. Where on the earth is located the Sirohi Point?
[A] North Pole
[B] Indian Ocean
[C] Caribbean Sea
[D] Antarctica
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Correct Answer: D [Antarctica]
Notes:
Giri Raj Singh Sirohi was the first Indian to set foot on Antarctica, as a part of a research team of United States Antarctic Research Program (USARP) . He had researched in biology in at McMurdo Station, 1960-61, for 100 days at subzero temperatures and the point was named after him by the US Government later.
3. The Gulf of Kutch is one region on India’s west coast identified as suitable for a Tidal power station. Which is the other?
[A] Gulf of Khambhat
[B] Laccadive Sea
[C] Gulf of Mannar
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Gulf of Khambhat]
Notes:
The Gulf of Khambhat, along with the Gulf of Kutch, are the two regions identified as suitable for tidal power generation. Tidal energy harnessing in these areas can potentially contribute significantly to India’s renewable energy portfolio due to the high tidal range and geographical conditions favorable for tidal energy infrastructure.
4. Which among the following cities of India does not fall in Torrid Zone?
[A] Chennai
[B] Mumbai
[C] Bangalore
[D] Jaipur
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Correct Answer: D [Jaipur]
Notes:
The torrid zone is located between the tropic of Cancer 23.5 degrees north and the tropic of Capricorn 23.5 degrees south. Out of the given options in this question, Jaipur is located at the latitude of 26.9°N, so it is in the temperate zone.
5. Which among the following soil has formed by the weathering of ancient metamorphic and crystalline rocks and is rich in Iron content ?
[A] Black Soil
[B] Red Soil
[C] Alluvial Soil
[D] Laterite soil
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Correct Answer: B [Red Soil]
Notes:
Red soil has formed by the weathering of ancient metamorphic and crystalline rocks. It is very rich in Iron.
6. Which among the following is the only tributary river of Ganga that rises in the plains and not in hills?
[A] Gandak
[B] Gomiti
[C] Ramganga
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Gomiti]
Notes:
Gomti River is a monsoon- and groundwater-fed river which originates from Gomat Taal near Madho Tanda, Pilibhit in Uttar Pradesh. It is the only tributary river of Ganga that rises in the plains and not in hills.
7. Khasi and Garo languages are mostly spoken in which of the following states of India?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Nagaland
[C] Meghalaya
[D] Tripura
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Correct Answer: C [Meghalaya]
Notes:
Khasi and Garo languages are mostly spoken in the state of Meghalaya. Meghalaya is a hilly state situated in north-eastern India. The name means “the abode of clouds” in Sanskrit.
8. Which among the following soil is predominantly found in Rarh Region of West Bengal ?
[A] Alluvial Soil
[B] Red Soil
[C] Black Soil
[D] Acid sulfate soil
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Correct Answer: B [Red Soil]
Notes:
Rarh region of West Bengal predominantly consists of red soil. The Rarh region covers around 62% of the total geographical area of West Bengal. It spans across western parts of the state. The characteristic soil type found here is red laterite soil. This well-drained red soil is rich in iron and aluminum oxides. It develops on ancient rocks in tropical and humid conditions. Supports crops like rice, jute, legumes, oilseeds etc when irrigated properly.
9. In India the rainfall is mainly orographic. Which among the following follows the word in bold?
[A] The rainfall occurs when the moist air becomes saturate
[B] The rainfall occurs when the masses of air pushed by wind are forced up by large mountains
[C] The rainfall occurs on only one side of the mountains
[D] The rainfall is lesser in Rain shadow areas
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Correct Answer: B [The rainfall occurs when the masses of air pushed by wind are forced up by large mountains]
Notes:
The correct answer is that orographic rainfall occurs when moist air is forced to rise over large mountains, leading to cooling and condensation. This type of rainfall is common in India, particularly in the Western Ghats and the Himalayas. The windward side of the mountains receives heavy rainfall, while the leeward side, or rain shadow area, experiences importantly less precipitation. This phenomenon is crucial for understanding regional climates and agriculture in mountainous areas.
10. Phawngpui in Mizoram is also known as which of the following?
[A] Black mountain
[B] Blue Mountain
[C] Yellow Mountain
[D] Mizo Hills
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Correct Answer: B [Blue Mountain]
Notes:
Phawngpui or Blue Mountain, is the highest mountain peak in the Mizo Hills (Lushai Hills) and in Mizoram.
