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.
1. The Pir Panjal range is located in which of the following states or Union Territories?
[A] Arunachal Pradesh
[B] Jammu and Kashmir
[C] Punjab
[D] Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: B [ Jammu and Kashmir ]
Notes:
The Pir Panjal ranges lie in the Inner Himalayan region, running from east southeast to west northwest across the states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir in India as well as Pakistan Administered Kashmir in Pakistan, where the average elevation varies from 1,400 m to 4,100 m .
2. India is located on north of equator between which of the following latitudes?
[A] Between 8°4′ and 37°6′
[B] Between 7°4′ to 39°6′
[C] Between 8°7′ to 36°6′
[D] Between 7°4′ to 40°6′
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Correct Answer: A [Between 8°4′ and 37°6′]
Notes:
India is located entirely north of the equator between 8°4′ to 37°6′ north latitude and 68°7′ to 97°25′ east longitude.
3. India’s first Uranium Mine is located at which among the following places?
[A] Jadugauda
[B] Tummalapalle
[C] Pichli
[D] Dalbhum
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Correct Answer: A [ Jadugauda ]
Notes:
Jaduguda is first Uranium Mine in India located in Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. Other mine is located in Tummalapalle in Andhra Pradesh. Pichli near Abrakipahar in Gaya district of Bihar and Sunrgai and Dalbhum areas of Singhbhum district of Jharkhand are other locations where
4. India’s only active volcano is located at which among the following places?
[A] Car Nicobar
[B] Barren island
[C] Maya Bunder
[D] Lakshdweep
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Correct Answer: B [Barren island]
Notes:
The Barren Island is located in the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and is the only confirmed active volcano in South Asia.
5. The Khasi Hills are part of the Garo-Khasi range in which state of North east India ?
[A] Mizoram
[B] Megahalya
[C] Nagaland
[D] Assam
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Correct Answer: B [Megahalya]
Notes:
The Khasi Hills are located on the Shillong Plateau in Meghalaya and are part of the Garo-Khasi-Jaintia range. The Jaintia Hills are located further to the east from the Khasi Hills.
6. Which among the following race of Indians is Oldest ?
[A] Negritos
[B] Proto Australoids
[C] Mongoloids
[D] Nordics
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Correct Answer: A [Negritos]
Notes:
Negritos , now almost extinct and inhabitants of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
7. Consider the following:
- Jharia Coal Fields
- Korba Coal Fields
- Umaria Coal Fields
The correct representation of the states in which they are located are as follows:
[A] Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh , Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh,
[C] Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand
[D] Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: A [Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
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.
8. Consider the following:
- The Gulf of Mannar
- The Gulf of Khambat
- The Gulf of Kutch
Which of the above gulfs is noted for the extreme rise and fall of its tides, making it an ideal location for Tidal energy?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
Both the Gulf of Khambat and the Gulf of Kutch are known for their extreme tidal ranges, making them ideal for Tidal Energy exploitation.
9. Which among the following spreads from Sasaram and Rohtas in Western Bihar to Chittaurgarh in Rajasthan?
[A] Aravali System
[B] Vindhyan System
[C] Dharwar System
[D] Cudappah System
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Correct Answer: B [Vindhyan System]
Notes:
Vidnyhan System stretches from sasaram and rohtas in western Bihar to chittaurgarh in Rajasthan. These rocks came into existence after cuddapah rocks. These are sedimentary rocks which are built from sandstone, shale, and limestones.
10. Identify the crop with the following information:
1. Requires hot and humid conditions for growing with 24°C mean temperature.
2. Ideal rainfall required: 150-300 cm.
3. primarily grown in plain areas.
4. The crop is labour oriented and not much suited for farm mechanization
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Wheat
[B] Rice
[C] Groundnut
[D] Mustard
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Correct Answer: B [Rice]
Notes:
Rice requires hot and humid conditions with 24°C mean temperature. Ideal rainfall required: 150-300 cm. primarily grown in plain areas.The crop is labour oriented and not much suited for farm mechanization.
