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.
21. Which among the following about the Bundelkhand Plateau are correct?
1. Senile topography found here
2. The largest city of Bundelkhand region is Jhansi
3. It is a part of the state of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Bundelkhand Plateau is a part of the state of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Senile topography found here. he largest city of the Bundelkhand region is Jhansi.
22. The Changtang plateau is located in which of the following places of India?
[A] Ladakh
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Ladakh]
Notes:
The Changtang plateau is located in south-eastern Ladakh. It is an extension of the Tibetan plateau.
23. Which of the following clearly defines Kayal?
[A] Ganges Delta
[B] Regur of Deccan Plateau
[C] Lagoon of Kerala
[D] Terai Plain
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Correct Answer: C [Lagoon of Kerala]
Notes:
Kayal is the lagoons of Kerala. Eg. Astamudi, Bhembanad etc.
24. Rainfall in India depends on which among the following?
1. Distance from sea
2. Orographic profile
3. The latitudinal and longitudinal position
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Rainfall in India depends on the nearness of the sea, orographic profile and the latitudinal and longitudinal position.
25. Which one of the following places has a protected mangrove region?
[A] Chandra Tal
[B] Eastern Ghats
[C] Western Ghats
[D] Goa
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Correct Answer: D [Goa]
Notes:
Goa has a protected mangrove region.
26. The Biosphere Reserves Programme was launched in India in which year?
[A] 1986
[B] 1988
[C] 1992
[D] 1995
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Correct Answer: A [1986]
Notes:
The Biosphere Reserves Programme was launched in India in the year 1986. There are a total number of 18 biosphere reserves in India.
27. What percent of the total forest cover of India is under highly to extremely fire prone?
[A] 12.23%
[B] 13.10%
[C] 15.62%
[D] 21.40%
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Correct Answer: D [21.40%]
Notes:
About 21.40% of the total forest cover of India is under highly to extremely fire-prone.
28. Which region in India has the highest geographical distribution of mangrove forests?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Kerala
[C] Sundarbans – West Bengal
[D] Goa
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Correct Answer: C [Sundarbans – West Bengal]
Notes:
The highest geographical distribution of mangrove forests in India is found in the Sundarbans region of West Bengal. Covering more than 10,000 square kilometers, it is the largest mangrove forest in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a significant part of the world’s biosphere reserves. Its rich biodiversity comprises of around 260 bird species, the Sundri tree, and iconic Royal Bengal Tiger.
29. Which among the following state is the leading producer of iron ore?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Jharkhand
[C] Chattisgarh
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: D [Odisha]
Notes:
Odisha is the leading producer of iron ore. It accounts for about 52% of the total iron ore production in India. Mayurbhanj, Banspani, Kendujhar are some of the important iron ore reserves of Odisha. Odisha is followed by the state of Karnataka.
30. Which of the following is the highest dam in India?
[A] Bhakra Dam
[B] Hirakud Dam
[C] Tehri Dam
[D] Dool Hasti Dam
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Correct Answer: C [Tehri Dam]
Notes:
Tehri Dam is the highest dam in India. It is situated across the Bhagirathi River in the state of Uttarakhand. The height of the dam is 260.5 meters.