Indian Geography MCQs

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India shares maritime boundaries with seven countries: Bangladesh, Indonesia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Maldives. The boundaries extend along a variety of region including the Bay of Bengal, the Gulf of Mannar and the Sir Creek area. The Indian Navy is responsible for maintaining this expansive naval frontier. These maritime boundaries play an essential role in inter-country relations, security, commerce, and navigation. The longest of these borders is with Indonesia, measuring about 555 kilometers in length.

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The correct answer is “Maharashtra and Lakshadweep.” Maharashtra has the longest road network in India, with over 250,000 kilometers of roads, facilitating extensive connectivity. In contrast, Lakshadweep, being a small group of islands, has the shortest road length, with limited infrastructure primarily due to its geographical constraints. This stark contrast highlights the vast differences in road development across Indian states.

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Port Pipavav, the first private sector port in India, is located in Gujarat. Established in 1997, it was developed by the APM Terminals and is strategically positioned on the west coast, facilitating trade and shipping activities. Gujarat is known for its extensive coastline and important port infrastructure, making it a key player in India’s maritime trade.

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Jharia Coal Fields
Jharia, which is the largest coal field of India, is located in Jharkhand. It lies in Damodar Valley and spreads in 280 km². Its main production is bituminous coke for production of coke. It supplies most of the coal produced in India. It is also known for a coal field fire that burnt for around a century.
Korba Coal Fields
Korba Coalfield is located in Korba district of Chhattisgarh. It is located in the basis of Hasdeo River, which is a tributary of the Mahanadi. The Gevra mine is one of the mines in Korba Coal fileds which is considered to be the largest open cast mine in India. The coal from the Korba coal field supports Korba Super Thermal Power Plant of NTPC.
Umaria Coal Fields
Umaria coal field is located in  Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh in the Umrer River valley, which is a  tributary of the Son River.

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As the ship sails from west to east coast, it happens across Mumbai, Cochin, Tuticorin, Ennore, and Paradip ports. Kandla port, a major port located in Gujarat, is predominantly used for bulk cargo. Mumbai port is among India’s oldest and busiest ones, recognized for its deep natural harbor. Cochin, renamed Kochi, is renowned for shipbuilding and repair facilities. ‘Thoothukudi’ port is crucial for Tamil Nadu’s fishing and salt production. The port of Ennore, was India’s first major port operating as a public-private partnership. Paradip port situated in Odisha is essential for exporting iron ore.

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The most visible form of erosion on the Gangetic Plain is gullying, known in India as ravine erosion. Haigh (1984) mapped large areas of ravines in the Yamuna/Chambal zone, and Singh et al. (1992) mapped these in more detail and included gullies along the banks of the Yamuna River southwest of Kanpur.

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Ananthagiri Hills is located in the state of Telangana. Hussain Sagar and Himayathsagar receive water that flows from the hill.

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Darjeeling, Mirik and Kalimpong hill stations are located in West Bengal. Ranikhet is situated in the state of Uttarakhand.

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The renowned desert under question is actually positioned on the western flank of the Aravalli Range, predominantly within the state of Rajasthan. Moreover, it also extends to the northern regions of the range. The Aravalli Range is a vital geographical feature of India, playing a crucial role in its climate and agriculture. The noted desert, by contrast, is one of the harshest and majorly recognized deserts, attracting tourists for its unique ecology and cultural richness.

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Before the construction of cellular jail, the political prisoners were imprisoned in Viper Island. This island belongs to the South Andaman district.