Indian Geography MCQs

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Kuttanad region in Kerala covering Alappuzha and Kottayam Districts represents India’s lowest altitudes.

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The Malabar coast has got certain distinguishing features in the form of ‘Kayals’ (backwaters), which are used for fishing, inland navigation
Every year the famous Nehru Trophy Vallamkali (boat race) is held in Punnamada Kayal in Kerala.
Kochchi Port situated at the head of Vembanad Kayal

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The Babli barrage, a disputed project initiated by the Maharashtra government, spans across the Godavari River. The dispute over its construction arose chiefly with the Telangana State. Subsequently, the Supreme Court delivered a favorable verdict for Maharashtra in 2013, closing the case that had been active for seven years. This ruling underlines the intricate inter-state water disputes that continue to challenge the equitable allocation of river waters in India.

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The correct answer is “Eastern Ghats.” The Eastern Ghats are generally wider than the Western Ghats, averaging about 100-200 km in width, while the Western Ghats average around 30-50 km. The Eastern Ghats stretch from Odisha to Tamil Nadu, while the Western Ghats run parallel to the western coast of India. The Western Ghats are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to their biodiversity.

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The ‘O Horizon’, also known as the organic horizon, is the topmost layer of soil that contains decomposed organic matter and is hence referred to as ‘Humus’. This layer is critical in the soil ecosystem as it contributes nutrients and promotes microbial activity. The ‘A’ and ‘B’ Horizons, although important in their respects, do not contain as much organic matter and therefore are not considered to be the ‘Humus’ layer.

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The Coco Islands are located in the northeastern Bay of Bengal, and are are part of the Yangon Region of Myanmar. To the north of this island group lies Preparis Island also belonging to Myanmar, and to the south lies the Landfall Island belonging to India.

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The correct sequence of east-flowing rivers in India from North to South is Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Pennar, and Kaveri. Trivia Facts: – The Mahanadi originates in the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh and flows into the Bay of Bengal. – The Godavari is the second-longest river in India, flowing through Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and into the Bay of Bengal. – The Krishna River, one of the major rivers in India, flows through Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. – The Pennar River primarily flows through the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. – The Kaveri, known for its significance in agriculture, flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. This sequence reflects their geographical flow from north to south.

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The Sambhar Salt Lake is India’s largest inland salt lake. It is located near Jaipur in Rajasthan. The lake receives water from an endorheic basin.

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For proper ecological balance 33% of forest land is recommended, but in India we have only 20.14% of forest coverage.

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Himalayan mountain system originated from Tethys geosynclines.