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. The only mud volcano of India is evident in which of the following islands of India?
[A] North Andaman island
[B] Strait island
[C] Baratang island
[D] Outram island
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Correct Answer: C [Baratang island]
Notes:
The only mud volcano of India is evident in Baratang island. The recent eruptions occurred in 2005 the year recent. It was believed that the reason for the last ereption was because of the Indian Ocean earthquake in 2004.
22. Wheeler Island was the former name of which of the following islands?
[A] Abdul Kalam Island
[B] Ross Island
[C] Neil Island
[D] Minicoy island
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Correct Answer: A [Abdul Kalam Island]
Notes:
Wheeler Island was the former name of Abdul Kalam Island. It is located on the coast of Odisha. The Integrated Test Range of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is located on this island.
23. Bhitarkanika Mangroves are situated in which of the following states of India?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Odisha
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Odisha]
Notes:
Bhitarkanika Mangroves are situated in Odisha.
24. What percent of the Sundarban mangrove cover is under the territory of India?
[A] 20%
[B] 32%
[C] 40%
[D] 60%
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Correct Answer: C [40%]
Notes:
About 40% of the Sundarban mangrove cover is under the territory of India (4,260 sq. km.). And the rest 60% is under Bangladesh (6,017 sq. km.).
25. Arrange the following plateau from East to West
1. Bundelkhand Plateau
2. Baghelkhand Plateau
3. Malwa Plateau
4. Chotanagpur Plateau
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 4, 1, 3, 2
[B] 2, 1, 3, 4
[C] 4, 2, 1, 3
[D] 3, 1, 4, 2
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Correct Answer: C [4, 2, 1, 3]
Notes:
The correct order from east to west- Chotanagpur Plateau, Baghelkhand Plateau, Bundelkhand Plateau, Malwa Plateau.
26. River Kishanganga flows in which of the following states?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Jammu & Kashmir
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] West Bengal
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Correct Answer: B [Jammu & Kashmir]
Notes:
River Kishanganga flows in Jammu & Kashmir.
27. The city of Nasik is located on the bank of which one of the following rivers?
[A] Godavari
[B] Narmada
[C] Tapi
[D] Mahanadi
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Correct Answer: A [Godavari]
Notes:
The city of Nasik is situated on the bank of the Godavari river.
28. Kullu valley is formed by which of the following river?
[A] Shyok
[B] Gilgit
[C] Beas
[D] Ravi
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Correct Answer: C [Beas]
Notes:
Beas river is originated from the Beas Kund near Rohtang Pass. It flows along the Manali and Kullu towns and created a transverse valley which is popularly known as Kullu valley.
29. Which of the following is the tallest plunge type waterfalls?
[A] Nohkalikai Falls
[B] Dudhsagar Falls
[C] Khandadhar Falls
[D] Meenmutty Falls
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Correct Answer: A [Nohkalikai Falls]
Notes:
Nohkalikai Falls (340 meters) is the tallest plunge type waterfall. It is located in the state of Meghalaya near Cherrapunji.
30. Kanha National Park is famous for which of the following species?
[A] Lions
[B] One horn Rhinoes
[C] Tigers
[D] Gharials
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Correct Answer: C [Tigers]
Notes:
Kanha National Park is famous for Tigers. It is situated in Madhya Pradesh.
