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. In which state is located the Jongsong Peak?
[A] Sikkim
[B] West Bengal
[C] Manipur
[D] Nagaland
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Correct Answer: A [Sikkim]
Notes:
Jongsong Peak is a mountain located on tripoint of India, Nepal and China.
2. India’s only active volcano is located at which among the following places?
[A] Car Nicobar
[B] Barren island
[C] Maya Bunder
[D] Lakshdweep
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Correct Answer: B [Barren island]
Notes:
The Barren Island is located in the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and is the only confirmed active volcano in South Asia.
3. Every year Bulk of the rainfall received during the Monsoon seasons in almost all parts of India. Which among the following state is an exception to this?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: D [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
The correct answer is Tamil Nadu. Unlike other states in India, Tamil Nadu receives the majority of its rainfall during the Northeast Monsoon (October to December) rather than the Southwest Monsoon (June to September). This is due to its geographical location and the influence of the Indian Ocean. Tamil Nadu’s unique climate pattern results in a important portion of its annual rainfall occurring later in the year compared to other states.
4. In which of the following seasons, brief squalls and thunderstorms known as Kalbaisakhi, or Nor’westers, often occur in West Bengal?
[A] Early winter
[B] Late winter
[C] Early summer
[D] Rainy Season
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Correct Answer: C [Early summer]
Notes:
In early summer brief squalls and thunderstorms known as Kalbaisakhi, or Nor`westers, often occur in West Bengal.
5. Which among the following is the major source of water for the industries in India?
[A] Surface water
[B] Ground Water
[C] Municipal water
[D] Marine resources
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Correct Answer: A [Surface water]
Notes:
Surface water is the major source of water for the industries (41%) followed by groundwater (35%) and municipal water (24%). The use of municipal water is limited to industries located in urban/ peri-urban areas (See Figure 1). A vast majority of industries use surface and groundwater in conjunction with groundwater being relied as a source when surface water availability is on a decline or is impacted by water pollution bound to have an impact on the industrial process.
6. As per the assessment of tidal energy potential in the country by the Central Electricity Authority, maximum potential for tidal energy in India has been found in ___:
[A] Gulf of Cambay
[B] Gulf of Katch
[C] Gulf of Mannar
[D] Bay of Bengal
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Correct Answer: A [Gulf of Cambay]
Notes:
The maximum potential for tidal energy in India is found in the Gulf of Cambay. This region has important tidal ranges, making it suitable for harnessing tidal energy. The Central Electricity Authority’s assessment highlights the Gulf of Cambay’s potential due to its geographical features and tidal patterns, which can generate substantial renewable energy. Tidal energy is a clean and sustainable resource, contributing to India’s energy diversification efforts.
7. Which among the following is NOT a major manganese producing state in India?
[A] Odisha
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: D [ Jharkhand]
Notes:
Main deposits (of Mangnese) fall in Odisha, followed by Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Goa and Andhra Pradesh. Minor occurrences of manganese are in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Jharkhand and West Bengal. Of the total production of manganese ore in 2009-10, Orissa contributed25%, Maharashtra 24%, Madhya Pradesh 25%, Karnataka 13% and Andhra Pradesh 10%. The remaining 2% was jointly shared by Goa, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Jharkhand.
8. Which of the following islands is known as Peacock Island?
[A] Umananda Island
[B] Majuli Island
[C] Sagardwip Island
[D] Divar Island
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Correct Answer: A [Umananda Island]
Notes:
Umananda Island is the smallest river island in the midst of river Brahmaputra flowing through the city of Guwahati in Assam, a state in northeast India. The British named the island Peacock Island for its shape.
9. Which of the following river islands has been declared as India’s first island district?
[A] Little Andaman Island
[B] Barren Island
[C] Majuli Island
[D] Umananda Island
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Correct Answer: C [ Majuli Island]
Notes:
The world-famous Majuli Island, which recently won the Guinness World Record of being the world's largest river island, has been recently declared India's first island district. Majuli Island on the Brahmaputra River displaced Marajo island of Brazil to become the world's largest river island according to Guinness World Records.
10. In which of the following plateaus of India major iron and steel industries are located?
[A] Deccan
[B] Telangana
[C] Chota Nagpur
[D] Malwa
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Correct Answer: C [Chota Nagpur]
Notes:
The chota nagpur plateau is a mineral rich zone and so most of the iron and steel plants are located in this region for the easy availability of raw materials. This area processes a fine network of railways and roadways which helps in easy transportation of raw material and finished products.
