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 of the following is NOT a correct statement about Alluvial soil?
[A] Alluvial soil is most abundant type of soil found in India
[B] Alluvial soil is generally fertile
[C] Alluvial soil lacks nitrogen and tend to be phosphoric.
[D] Alluvial soil generally comprise high percentage of clay and retain moisture for long time
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Correct Answer: D [ Alluvial soil generally comprise high percentage of clay and retain moisture for long time ]
Notes:
Fourth is not a correct statement.
2. Which neighboring country does the “Stilwell Road” connect India with?
[A] China
[B] Bhutan
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Pakistan
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Correct Answer: A [China]
Notes:
Stilwell Road establishes a strategic linkage between Ledo in India and Kunming in China, crossing Myanmar. Constructed during World War II, it was primarily a supply line for Chinese troops fighting against Japan. Named after General Joseph Stilwell of the U.S. Army, the road signifies historical and military importance. Despite various issues regarding the reopening, it remains a significant route boosting international trade and exemplifying India-China collaborations. Stilwell Road embodies historical collaboration and potential future alliances.
3. In which state “Bhima basin” where small to medium size low grade uranium deposits found is located ?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
Bhima basin is located in the state of Karnataka. The Bhima basin is a Neoproterozoic Purana basin that covers an area of 5,000 sq km. The basin is located in northern Karnataka. The Bhima basin is important for uranium potential due to the discovery of significant radioactive zones at Ukinal and Gogi. The uranium mineralized zone in this region occurs along the Gogi-Kurlagere fault at a depth of about 150 m.
4. Which of the following state is home to the Jawai forests that has been given Conservation Reserve staus??
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Kerala
[C] Assam
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: A [Rajasthan]
Notes:
Jawai Bandh Conservation Reserve is located near Udaipur in Rajasthan. The reserve is known for Leopards.
5. Coral reefs in India are found only in limited locations along the mainland; despite India has a huge coast. Which among the following is most correct reason for that?
[A] Absence of shallow depths
[B] Frequent change in temperature
[C] Presence of major river systems
[D] Presence of Regular Shoreline
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Correct Answer: C [ Presence of major river systems]
Notes:
In India, Coral reefs occur along only a few sections of the mainland, such as Gulf of Kutch, off the southern mainland coast, and around a number of islands opposite Sri Lanka. Coral reefs are not found mostly on either side of southern Peninsula mainly because of presence of major river systems and the sedimentary regime on the continental shelf.
6. In which of the following regions of India, you are most likely to come across the “the Narcondam hornbill” in its natural habitat?
[A] Eastern Himalaya
[B] Western Desert of India
[C] Andaman Islands
[D] Western Ghats
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Correct Answer: C [ Andaman Islands]
Notes:
The Narcondam hornbill is a species endemic to the Indian Island of Narcondam in the Andamans.
7. Which of the following regions is covered by tropical evergreen forest?
[A] Western Ghat
[B] Vindhyanchal
[C] Eastern Ghat
[D] Aravalli
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Correct Answer: A [Western Ghat]
Notes:
In India, evergreen forests are found in the western slopes of the Western Ghats in States such as Kerala and Karnataka. Tropicalforests are characterized by the greatest diversity of species.
8. What is the correct sequence of the rivers—Godavari, Mahanadi, Narmada and Tapi in the descending order of their lengths? (UPSC Prelims 2003)
[A] Godavari—Mahanadi—Narmada—Tapi
[B] Godavari—Narmada—Mahanadi—Tapi
[C] Narmada—Godavari—Tapi—Mahanadi
[D] Narmada—Tapi—Godavari—Mahandai
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Correct Answer: B [Godavari—Narmada—Mahanadi—Tapi]
Notes:
The correct sequence of the river in descending order of their lengths are Godavari (1465 km), Narmada (1312 km), Mahanadi (858 km) and Tapti (724 km).
9. Which state has the largest irrigated land in India?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh has 14.49 million hectares of irrigated land which is highest in India.
10. The earthquake-resistant construction Dhajji Dewari system is found in which of the following places of India?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Assam
[C] Tripura
[D] Jammu & Kashmir
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Correct Answer: D [Jammu & Kashmir]
Notes:
The earthquake-resistant construction Dhajji Dewari system is found in Jammu and Kashmir. The construction got its recognition after the earthquake in Kashmir in the year 2005.
