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 beaches are located in the state of Maharashtra?
1. Juhu beach
2. Versova Beach
3. Guhagar Beach
4. Diveagar Beach
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 4
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The famous beaches located in the state of Maharashtra are Juhu Beach, Versova Beach, Guhagar Beach, Diveagar Beach, Kelwa Beach, Nagaon Beach, etc.
22. Bhitarkanika mangrove is separated from the Bay of Bengal by which of the following beaches?
[A] Puri Beach
[B] Ganjam Beach
[C] Gahirmatha Beach
[D] Konark Beach
Konark Beach
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Correct Answer: C [Gahirmatha Beach]
Notes:
Bhitarkanika mangrove is separated from the Bay of Bengal by the Gahirmatha Beach. It is the world’s most important nesting beach for Olive Ridley Sea Turtles.
23. Amravati, Bhavani, Hemavati and Kabini are tributaries of which of the following river?
[A] Godavari
[B] Krishna
[C] Kaveri
[D] Mahanadi
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Correct Answer: C [Kaveri]
Notes:
The name of the tributaries of the Kaveri river are Amravati, Bhavani, Hemavati and Kabini.
24. During the summer season, the climatic condition “Norwester” takes place in which of the following states of India?
[A] Punjab
[B] West Bengal
[C] Kerala
[D] Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: B [West Bengal]
Notes:
During the summer season, the climatic condition “Norwester” (Heavy rainfall with the severe storm) takes place in the state of West Bengal. The local name of this climatic condition is “Kalbaishakhi”.
25. Red colour of soil is caused by which of the following?
[A] Aluminium compounds
[B] Iron compound
[C] Mercury compounds
[D] Clay
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Correct Answer: B [Iron compound]
Notes:
Red colour of soil is caused by iron oxide(ferric oxide).
26. Which of the following crop is known for its medicinal property?
[A] Pipul
[B] Sugarcane
[C] Aloe vera
[D] Cotton
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Correct Answer: C [Aloe vera]
Notes:
Aloe vera is known for its medicinal property. It is used to cure certain skin diseases and ulcers.
27. The Marine National Park is situated in which of the following places?
[A] Sunderbans
[B] Gulf of Kutch
[C] Kolleru Lake
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Gulf of Kutch]
Notes:
The Marine National Park is situated in the Gulf of Kutch.
28. The valley of flowers is located in which of the following places?
[A] Kashmir Himalaya
[B] Himachal Himalaya
[C] Nepal Himalaya
[D] Garhwal Himalaya
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Correct Answer: D [Garhwal Himalaya]
Notes:
The valley of flowers is situated in Garhwal Himalaya.
29. Mangrove cover in India has increased by what percent as per ISFR 2019?
[A] 0.56%
[B] 1.10%
[C] 2.67%
[D] 5.23%
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Correct Answer: B [1.10%]
Notes:
Mangrove cover in India has increased by 1.10% (54 sq.km.).
30. 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.
