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 of the following is the largest mangrove forest in the world?
[A] Sundarban Mangrove forest
[B] Bhitarkanika Mangrove forest
[C] Florida Mangroves
[D] Greater Antilles mangroves
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Correct Answer: A [Sundarban Mangrove forest]
Notes:
Sundarban Mangrove forest is the largest mangrove forest in the world. It is found partly in India (40%) and Bangladesh (60%).
22. Which of the following beaches of Odisha hosts the sand art display of famous sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik?
[A] Talsari Beach
[B] Dagara beach
[C] Gahirmatha Beach
[D] Puri Beach
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Correct Answer: D [Puri Beach]
Notes:
Puri Beach is one of the famous Hindu sacred places in India. The beach hosts the sand art display of famous sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik.
23. Which of the following is the highest peak of the peninsular plateau of India?
[A] Anamudi
[B] Doddabetta
[C] Mullayanagiri
[D] Agasthyamala
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Correct Answer: A [Anamudi]
Notes:
The highest peak of the peninsular plateau of India is Anamudi (2,695 meters). It is located in the state of Kerala. It is often referred to as the “Everest of South India”.
24. The Indus river in the West and the Ganga-Brahmaputra river in the east constitutes which of the following?
[A] Northern Plain
[B] Eastern Plain
[C] Western Plain
[D] Southern Plain
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Correct Answer: A [Northern Plain]
Notes:
The northern plain has been formed by three major rivers viz., the Indus, the Ganga, Brahmaputra and their tributaries.
25. Which among the following statements are correct?
1. Largest Saltwater lake in India- Sambar
2. Largest Freshwater lake in India- Wular
3. Largest Artificial lake in India- Dhebar
4. Largest Brackish water lake in India- Chilika
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Largest Saltwater lake in India- Sambar (Rajasthan). Largest Freshwater lake in India- Wular (Jammu & Kashmir). Largest Artificial lake in India- Dhebar (Rajasthan). Largest Brackish water lake in India- Chilika (Odisha).
26. Which among the following about the Indian Monsoonal Rainfall are correct?
1. It is largely controlled by the topographical features
2. Regional and seasonal variation play significant role in the distribution of rainfall
3. Heavy downpour results in considerable runoff
4. Beginning and end of rain is regular and on time
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: B [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Indian Monsoon rainfall is largely controlled by topographical features. The regional and seasonal variations play a significant role in the distribution of rainfall and there may be moderate to heavy downpour in some regions while other areas may remain dry to the level of drought. The rain is irregular and highly dependent on Monsoon.
27. Which of the following is known as mango shower?
[A] Rainfall in winter days
[B] Rainfall caused by western disturbances
[C] Pre monsoon rainfall in Karnataka and Kerala
[D] Rainfall from June to September
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Correct Answer: C [Pre monsoon rainfall in Karnataka and Kerala]
Notes:
Pre-monsoon rainfall in Karnataka and Kerala is known as mango shower (also known as April rains or summer showers). It helps in the ripening of mangoes.
28. Which of the following is the correct time phase of the retreating monsoon season?
[A] December to March
[B] March to May
[C] June to September
[D] October to December
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Correct Answer: D [October to December]
Notes:
Southwest monsoon enters into the Indian mainland in the month of June. June to September is the rainy season in India. October to December is the time phase of the retreating monsoon season.
29. Which of the following states has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety of orchids?
[A] Arunachal Pradesh
[B] Goa
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Arunachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Arunachal Pradesh has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety of orchids with a minimum cost of production. Arunachal Pradesh is known as the “Orchid Paradise” of India.
30. Which of the following National Park’s has the feature of man-made lakes and ancient reservoirs, which have merged into the natural system as vital sources of water?
[A] Kanha National Park
[B] Ranthambore National Park
[C] Bandavgarh National Park
[D] Bharatpur National Park
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Correct Answer: B [Ranthambore National Park]
Notes:
Ranthambore National Park has the feature of man-made lakes and ancient reservoirs, which have merged into the natural system as vital sources of water. It also has a large population of panthers, the second-largest predators of the forest.
