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. Which among the following soil has formed by the weathering of ancient metamorphic and crystalline rocks and is rich in Iron content ?
[A] Black Soil
[B] Red Soil
[C] Alluvial Soil
[D] Laterite soil
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Correct Answer: B [Red Soil]
Notes:
Red soil has formed by the weathering of ancient metamorphic and crystalline rocks. It is very rich in Iron.
2. What natural phenomenon is the Indian Ocean characterized by a greater frequency of?
[A] Tornados
[B] Cyclones
[C] Tsunamis
[D] Hurricanes
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Correct Answer: B [Cyclones]
Notes:
The Indian Ocean is primarily characterized by a higher frequency of cyclones. These are large scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure. This region is particularly prone to cyclones during the period of late summer and early fall. These cyclones cause significant damage and loss of life in coastal communities especially in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea.
3. Which of the following is the highest peak of Satpura Range?
[A] Gurushikhar
[B] Dhupgarh
[C] Pachmarhi
[D] Mahendragiri
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Correct Answer: B [Dhupgarh]
Notes:
Dhupgarh is the highest point in the Mahadeo Hills of Satpura Range in Pachmarhi in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh. With an elevation of 1352 meters, it is the highest peak in Satpura mountains.
4. As per the assessment of tidal energy potential in the country by the Central Electricity Authority, maximum potential for tidal energy in India has been found in ___:
[A] Gulf of Cambay
[B] Gulf of Katch
[C] Gulf of Mannar
[D] Bay of Bengal
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Correct Answer: A [Gulf of Cambay]
Notes:
The maximum potential for tidal energy in India is found in the Gulf of Cambay. This region has important tidal ranges, making it suitable for harnessing tidal energy. The Central Electricity Authority’s assessment highlights the Gulf of Cambay’s potential due to its geographical features and tidal patterns, which can generate substantial renewable energy. Tidal energy is a clean and sustainable resource, contributing to India’s energy diversification efforts.
5. Which of the following is India’s largest inland saline lake?
[A] Sambhar lake
[B] Chilka lake
[C] Pulicat lake
[D] Karna Lake
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Correct Answer: A [Sambhar lake]
Notes:
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.
6. The winter rain in Madras is caused by which of the following monsoons? (UPSC Prelims 1979).
[A] South-West Monsoons
[B] North-East Monsoons
[C] Intense land and sea breezes
[D] Cyclonic winds in the Bay of Bengal
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Correct Answer: B [North-East Monsoons]
Notes:
During winter, the North-east dry Monsoon winds blow over the Bay of Bengal. As they pass over the Bay of Bengal they pick up moisture and bring rain to the Tamil Nadu coast as now they are under the effect of on-shore winds, full of moisture and Chennai receives rainfall more in winter than in summer.
7. Which of the following is the correct pair of stretching of India from North to South and from East to West in kilometers?
[A] 2900-1800
[B] 3214-2933
[C] 3051- 2500
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [3214-2933]
Notes:
North to South stretching of India is 3,214 km and from East to West stretching of India is 2,933.
8. What is the approximate total length of the northern plain in India?
[A] 1500 km
[B] 1750 km
[C] 2400 km
[D] 3200 km
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Correct Answer: C [2400 km]
Notes:
The approximate length of the northern plain in India is about 2400 km and the width is 145 to 480 km.
9. The older alluvial plain above the level of the flood plains is known as which of the following?
[A] Tarai
[B] Khadar
[C] Bhangar
[D] Bhabar
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Correct Answer: C [Bhangar]
Notes:
The older alluvial plain above the level of the flood plains is known as Bhangar. It contains Kankar (Calcium Carbonate).
10. The region lies between the Chota Nagpur Plateau on the West and the Ganges Delta on the East is known as which of the following?
[A] Dooars
[B] Rahr
[C] Tarai
[D] Bhabar
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Correct Answer: B [Rahr]
Notes:
The region lies between the Chota Nagpur Plateau on the West and the Ganges Delta on the East is known as Rahr plain. Soil erosion is a great problem in this area.
