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. If a match live commentary in Delhi commences at 10.00 am, at what time the viewer at London should tune into?
[A] 4.00 a.m.
[B] 4.30 a.m.
[C] 4.45 a.m.
[D] 4.50 a.m.
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Correct Answer: B [4.30 a.m.]
Notes:
The time difference between GMT (Greenwich Mean Time, followed by London) and IST (Indian Standard Time, followed by Delhi) is 5.30 hours. This infers that when it’s 10.00 am in Delhi, it will be 4.30 am in London.
3. Which among the following cities of Madhya Pradesh is located on the banks of Shipra River?
[A] Indore
[B] Ujain
[C] Gwalior
[D] Bhopal
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Correct Answer: B [Ujain]
Notes:
Shipra River raises in the kakri bardi hills Vindhya Range north of Dhar district, and flows north across the Malwa Plateau to join the Chambal River.It is sacred River to Hindus.Also, holy city of Ujjain is situated on its right bank were after every 12 years, the Kumbh Mela festival takes place.
4. Identify the incorrect statement among the following:
[A] Sutlej originates from Rakas Lake, connected to Mansarovar Lake
[B] Ravi originates from Rohtang pass in Himalayas
[C] Jhelum originates from the south eastern part of Kashmir
[D] Chenab originates from the confluence of two rivers, The Chandra and Beas
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Correct Answer: D [Chenab originates from the confluence of two rivers, The Chandra and Beas]
Notes:
The Chenab River in actual originates from the confluence of two rivers – the Chandra and Bhaga rivers, that start from either side of Bara Lacha Pass in Lahul, Himachal Pradesh. This river is also known as Chandrabhaga in Himachal Pradesh and flows parallel to the Pir Panjal Range, breaking through it near Kishtwar. It journeys into the Punjab plains near Akhnur and further gets joined by the rivers Jhelum, Ravi and Sutlej in Pakistan.
5. Which among the following is the coastal water body that lies off the southwest coast of India, north of a line extending from the southern point of Sri Lanka to the southernmost of the Maldives Islands, and east of the Maldives?
[A] Laccadive Sea
[B] Gulf of Mannar
[C] Palk Strait
[D] Minicoy
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Correct Answer: A [ Laccadive Sea ]
Notes:
The correct answer is the Laccadive Sea. It is located off the southwest coast of India, bordered by the Maldives to the south and the Indian state of Kerala to the north. The Laccadive Sea is known for its rich marine biodiversity and is part of the larger Indian Ocean. It is also important for its coral reefs and islands, which are part of the Lakshadweep archipelago.
6. Jayamkondam in Tamil Nadu is famous for which among the following minerals?
[A] Bauxite
[B] Lignite
[C] Calcite
[D] Magnesite
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Correct Answer: B [Lignite]
Notes:
Jayamkondam is known for good quality lignite. The Jayakondam power station is a proposed 500-megawatt (MW) lignite-fired power station in Tamil Nadu.
7. Through which of the following north east states in India , the tropic of cancer passes?
[A] Tripura & Nagaland
[B] Tripura & Mizoram
[C] Meghalaya & Mizoram
[D] Assam & Tripura
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Correct Answer: B [Tripura & Mizoram]
Notes:
Tropic of Cancer passes through eight Indian states: Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura and Mizoram.
8. South Talpatti Island” has been a disputed territory between which of the following neighbors?
[A] India Myanmar
[B] India Bangladesh
[C] India Pakistan
[D] India Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: B [India Bangladesh]
Notes:
South Talpatti Island, also known as New Moore Island, is a disputed territory between India and Bangladesh. It emerged due to sediment deposition in the Bay of Bengal and was first reported in 1970. The island’s status has been contested since both countries claim it based on maritime boundaries. The dispute highlights the complexities of territorial claims in the region, influenced by historical treaties and geographical changes.
9. New Moore island disappeared in the sea after many years of its creation. This island was claimed by which of the following two neighbors?
[A] India & Pakistan
[B] India & Sri Lanka
[C] India & Bangladesh
[D] India & Myanmar
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Correct Answer: C [India & Bangladesh]
Notes:
It was known as New Moore Island in India and South Talpatti Island in Bangladesh. It was an unhabitated island which emerged in the Bay of Bengal in the aftermath of the Bhola cyclone in 1970. It had been created by the delta currents. It was located south of the Hariabhanga river. Now it has disappeared due to raising sea levels. With this the territorial claims of India and Bangladesh have also ended
10. Which of the following represents largest fraction of forest cover in India?
[A] Tropical Dry deciduous
[B] Tropical moist Deciduous
[C] Tropical Evergreen
[D] Sub tropical
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Correct Answer: B [Tropical moist Deciduous]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Tropical Moist Deciduous.” This type of forest covers about 40% of India’s total forest area. It thrives in regions with a distinct wet and dry season, primarily found in states like Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. Tropical Dry Deciduous forests, while important, cover less area compared to Tropical Moist Deciduous forests.
