Indian Geography MCQs

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The Mathabhanga River serves as a natural border between India and Bangladesh. It is a distributary of the Ganges River and flows through the Indian state of West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. The river plays a important role in the region’s geography and has historical importance in demarcating territories. The India-Bangladesh border is one of the longest borders in the world, stretching over 4,096 kilometers.

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The Banihal Pass is located in Jammu & Kashmir. It is a mountain pass across the Pir Panjal range at 2,652 meters above sea level. The pass forms a link between Kashmir valley and the outer Himalayas. The Jawahar Tunnel crosses Banihal pass connecting the regions of Jammu and Kashmir, making it an essential communication link in the areas harsh winters.

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The correct answer is Surat. Approximately 90% of the world’s small diamonds are processed in Surat, making it a global hub for diamond cutting and polishing. The city is home to over 5,000 diamond processing units and employs around 600,000 people in the diamond industry. Surat’s diamond market importantly contributes to India’s position as one of the largest diamond exporters in the world.

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Ladang is a slash-and-burn agriculture that involves the cutting and burning of plants in a forest or woodland. Such type of farming is found in North East India.

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The Indravati Hydro Electric Project, with its total installed capacity of 600 MW, is located in Odisha and has been functional since 1995. Thanks to the Indravati River, which the project uses for hydroelectric power generation, it plays a vital role in the state’s energy supply. Odisha is renowned for its abundant water resources, making it perfectly suited for hydroelectric projects.

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The correct answer is “Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan.” The Sardar Sarovar Project, part of the Narmada Valley Development, primarily benefits these states by providing irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power. The dam, completed in 2017, is one of the largest in India and plays a crucial role in water management in the arid regions of Gujarat and Rajasthan, while also supporting Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

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The correct answer is Namcha Barwa. The Brahmaputra River takes a U-turn at this point as it enters India from Tibet. Namcha Barwa, located in Arunachal Pradesh, is notable for its dramatic topography and is one of the easternmost peaks of the Himalayas, standing at 7,742 meters (25,400 feet). This geographical feature importantly influences the river’s course, making it a key point in the river’s journey through the region.

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Barak Valley in Assam is renowned for its tea cultivation, particularly the Assam tea variety, which is known for its strong flavor and briskness. The region’s climate and fertile soil are ideal for tea plantations. Assam is one of the largest tea-producing regions in the world, contributing importantly to India’s tea exports. The tea industry plays a crucial role in the local economy and culture.

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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.

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Tropical Deciduous Forests or Monsoon forests are most common forests. Important trees include Sandal wood, Shisam, Mahua, Sal, Teak and Bamboo. Moist deciduous and the dry deciduous forests are two major categories of these forests.