Indian Geography MCQs

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Sharavati is the name of the river that flows entirely in Karnataka. India’s famous Jog falls is created by this river.
Other name of Jog falls- Gerosoppa falls.

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Rarh region is loosely located between Chota Nagpur Plateau and Ganges Delta on the East. One of the meanings of this name is the “land of red soil” or “land of laterite”. Most of Rarh region is in West Bengal while some part of it are also in Bihar and Jharkhand.

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Shipki La, located in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, is a mountain pass and border post on India-China border. The river Sutlej (called Langqên Zangbo in Tibet) enters India near this pass.

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The smallest state in India by area is Goa, covering approximately 3,702 square kilometers. Sikkim, while larger than Goa, is the second smallest state by area at about 7,096 square kilometers. In terms of population, Goa also ranks as one of the smallest states, with a population of around 1.5 million, while Sikkim has a population of about 610,000. Thus, the correct answer is Goa & Sikkim.

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The Mahi River flows into the Gulf of Khambat, which is part of the Arabian Sea. It is one of the few rivers in India that flows northward before turning southward. The river is approximately 583 kilometers long and is known for its unique meandering course. The Gulf of Khambat is important for its rich marine biodiversity and is located near the city of Bharuch in Gujarat.

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Kunchikal Falls, the highest tiered waterfall in India, is located in Karnataka. It has a total height of 455 meters (1,493 feet) and is formed by the Varahi River. The falls are situated near the town of Agumbe, which is known for its biodiversity and is often referred to as the “Cherrapunji of the South” due to its heavy rainfall.

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Zero Mile Stone is a monument built by British during the Great Trigonometrical Survey of India in 1907 in Nagpur. The Zero Mile Stone consists of a pillar made up of sandstone and another small stone representing the GTS Standard Benchmark, and four stucco horses that were added later.

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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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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.

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Barachukki and Gaganachukki waterfalls are situated near the island town of Shivanasamudra in the Mandya district of Karnataka. The waterfalls are created by river Cauvery that runs down a 75 metre gorge before it divides into two branches that flows around the island of Shivanasamudra.