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 types of rivers usually follow the general direction of the slope?
[A] Antecedent River
[B] Consequent River
[C] Subsequent river
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Consequent River]
Notes:
Consequent Rivers follow the general direction of the slope. Peninsular India have most of this type of rivers i.e, Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri.
22. What is the length of the Indus river in India?
[A] 700 km
[B] 920 km
[C] 1200 km
[D] 1500 km
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Correct Answer: A [700 km]
Notes:
The length of the Indus river in India is about 700 kilometers. The total length of the Indus river is 3,180 kilometers.
23. Which among the following are the left bank tributaries of the Brahmaputra river?
1. Dibang
2. Lohit
3. Dhansiri
4. Manas
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: B [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The left bank tributaries of the the Brahmaputra river are Dibang, Lohit, Dhansiri, Kolong. Manas is a right Bank tributary of Brahmaputra river.
24. Which of the following waterfalls in India has the most height?
[A] Jog Falls
[B] Hudru Falls
[C] Kunchikal Falls
[D] Meenmutty Falls
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Correct Answer: C [Kunchikal Falls]
Notes:
Among the waterfalls listed, Kunchikal Falls in India has the most height. Kunchikal Falls is located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka and is known for its impressive height. It stands at approximately 1,493 feet (455 meters), making it one of the tallest waterfalls in India and in Asia. So, the correct answer is: [C] Kunchikal Falls
25. Which among the following pairs are correctly matched?
1. Govind Sagar — Sutlej
2. Kolleru Lake — Krishna
3. Ukai Reservoir — Tapi
4. Wular Lake — Jhelum
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: C [1, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Kolleru lake is Located between Krishna and Godavari deltas (Andhra Pradesh).
26. For which of the following reasons the Himalayan range is very rich in species diversity?
[A] It has less human interference
[B] It has high rainfall that helps luxuriant vegetative growth
[C] It is a confluence of different bio-geographical zones
[D] Exotic and invasive species have not been introduced in this region
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Correct Answer: C [It is a confluence of different bio-geographical zones]
Notes:
The Himalayan range is very rich in species diversity because it is a confluence of different bio-geographical zones.
27. Which of the tree species is found between the altitudes of 1800 to 2600 meters of Himalayan region?
[A] Deodar
[B] Saal
[C] Chir
[D] Spruce
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Correct Answer: A [Deodar]
Notes:
Deodar is found between the altitudes of 1800 to 2600 meters of the Himalayan region.
28. Economically the most important rocks in India are which of the following types?
[A] Cuddpha rocks
[B] Vindhyan rocks
[C] Dharwar rocks
[D] Gondwana rocks
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Correct Answer: C [Dharwar rocks]
Notes:
Economically the most important rocks in India are Dharwar Rocks. It is highly metamorphosed sedimentary rock.
29. What percent of the total electricity is produced by the Thermal Power Plant in India?
[A] 70%
[B] 62%
[C] 53%
[D] 45%
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Correct Answer: A [70%]
Notes:
A thermal power station generates electrical energy by driving a turbine through hot steam. About 70% of the total electricity is produced by the Thermal Power Plant in India.
30. Pochampad project is situated across which of the following river?
[A] Kaveri River
[B] Krishna River
[C] Mahanadi River
[D] Godavari River
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Correct Answer: D [Godavari River]
Notes:
The Pochampad project is situated across the Godavari River. The length of the dam is 1154 meters.
