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. Malwa Plateau does not make a part of which of the following states?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Gujarat
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [ Maharashtra ]
Notes:
Malwa Plateau is spread in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.
2. Which among the following longitudes determines Indian standard Time?
[A] 85.5° E
[B] 83.5° E
[C] 82.5° E
[D] 84.5° E
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Correct Answer: C [82.5° E]
Notes:
IST was fixed in 1906 at 82.5°, or 5.30 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
3. In which Indian state is the Indravati Hydro Electric Project situated?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Odisha
[C] Karnataka
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Odisha]
Notes:
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.
4. The East-West Corridor of the National Highways Development Project connects which two Indian cities?
[A] Silchar to Porbandar
[B] Kolkata to Mumbai
[C] Delhi to Chennai
[D] Guwahati to Jaipur
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Correct Answer: A [Silchar to Porbandar]
Notes:
The East-West Corridor connecting Silchar in Assam to Porbandar in Gujarat is a part of the National Highways Development Project in India. It is the second phase of the project and covers a distance of about 3,300 Km. It is aimed at improving the transportation and trade activities across the width of the country.
5. Ghagghar is the main and only seasonal river of which of the following state ?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Punjab
[D] Haryana
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Correct Answer: D [Haryana]
Notes:
Ghaggar River is the main seasonal river of Haryana. It is a seasonal river that only flows during the monsoon season. The Ghaggar River originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh and flows through Punjab and Haryana states into Rajasthan. The river enters Haryana near Pinjore, district Panchkula. The Ghaggar River flows in the outer Himalayas, between the Yamuna and the Sutlej. It flows for more than 100 km making the border between Punjab and Haryana.
The Ghaggar River is also known as the “Dead River”. It is dammed at Ottu barrage near Sirsa and feeds two irrigation canals that extend into Rajasthan.
6. Which among the following is a typical Monsoon vegetation in India?
[A] Tropical evergreen forests
[B] Tropical deciduous forest
[C] Tropical thorn forests
[D] Sub Tropical evergreen forests
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Correct Answer: B [Tropical deciduous forest]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Tropical deciduous forest.” Tropical deciduous forests, also known as monsoon forests, are typical in regions with seasonal rainfall, such as India. They shed leaves during the dry season to conserve water. These forests are found in states like Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and parts of the northeastern region. In contrast, tropical evergreen forests thrive in areas with consistent rainfall, while tropical thorn forests are found in arid regions. Subtropical evergreen forests occur in areas with milder climates.
7. Damodar and Sone river valley and Rajmahal hills in the eastern India are depository of the______?
[A] Cuddappa System Rocks
[B] Dharwar System Rocks
[C] Gondwana System Rocks
[D] Vindhyan System Rocks
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Correct Answer: C [Gondwana System Rocks]
Notes:
Gondwana Rock System comprises the major coal deposits of India. This system contains famous Damuda and Panchet series which are famous for coal deposits (discussed below). The important coal bearing areas of this series are Raniganj, Jharia, Karanpur, and Bokaro of the Damodar basin in Odisha, and the Pench valley in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, the jhingurda coal seam (Chhattisgarh).
8. In India, which among the following state has the maximum estimated Uranium Resources?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
The correct answer is Jharkhand. Jharkhand has important uranium deposits, primarily in the Singhbhum region. India’s total uranium resources are estimated to be around 1,50,000 tons, with Jharkhand contributing a substantial portion. The state is home to the Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), which is involved in uranium mining and processing.
9. In which state of India, you will find Practice of “Puncha” cultivation?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Karnataka
[D] Lakshadweep
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Correct Answer: B [Kerala]
Notes:
Kuttanad is the only region in India where farming is practiced below sea level. Located on the backwaters, it has several waterways which are integral to farming. Key crops are paddy, bananas, yam, and coconut cultivated on reclaimed lands. Practice of “Puncha” cultivation where land is reclaimed from backwaters for farming. As it lies below sea level, irrigation relies on monsoon rains and pumping of water. Farmers use various techniques like bunds, dykes to prevent flooding of fields. It is an ingenious method of cultivation that makes optimal use of the wetland ecosystem.
10. Which among the following was steel plant of India is sometimes called India’s First Swadeshi Steel Plant?
[A] Bengal Iron Works Company
[B] TISCO
[C] IISCO
[D] Bokaro Steel Plant
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Correct Answer: D [Bokaro Steel Plant]
Notes:
The correct answer is TISCO (Tata Iron and Steel Company), established in 1907 by J.R.D. Tata. It is often referred to as India’s first Swadeshi steel plant because it was founded with the vision of self-reliance and industrialization in India, promoting indigenous production. TISCO played a crucial role in India’s economic development and is now known as Tata Steel, one of the largest steel producers globally.