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 Indian state share the longest land border with Bhutan?
[A] Assam
[B] Sikkim
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] West Bengal
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Correct Answer: A [Assam]
Notes:
The Bhutan-India Border is the international boundary between the Kingdom of Bhutan and the Republic of India. The border is 699 km long, and adjoins the Indian states of Assam (267km), Arunachal Pradesh (217km), West Bengal (183km), and Sikkim (32km).
2. Which is the longest National Highway in India?
[A] NH-44
[B] NH-1
[C] NH-2
[D] NH-10
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Correct Answer: A [NH-44]
Notes:
NH-44 is the longest highway in India. It starts from Srinagar (J&K) and ends at Kanyakumari (Tamilnadu). Total length of this highway is 3,745km.
3. Which among the following rivers rises from the Milam Glacier in Kumaon Himalaya?
[A] Sharda
[B] Ramganga
[C] Gori Ganga
[D] Yamuna
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Correct Answer: C [Gori Ganga]
Notes:
The principal source of Gori Ganga in Pithoragarh District of Uttarakhand is the Milam Glacier near Nanda Devi.
4. India’s largest petrochemical complex is located at:
[A] Gujarat
[B] Maharastra
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Assam
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Correct Answer: A [Gujarat]
Notes:
India’s largest petrochemical complex is located in Gujarat, specifically at the Dahej and Hazira sites. Gujarat is a key hub for the petrochemical industry, hosting major companies like Reliance Industries and ONGC. The state benefits from its proximity to ports, facilitating the import of raw materials and export of finished products. Additionally, Gujarat’s favorable policies and infrastructure have attracted important investment in the petrochemical sector.
5. Most of the Jute Mills of India are located in which state:
[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] West Bengal
[C] Assam
[D] Orissa
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Correct Answer: B [West Bengal]
Notes:
The correct answer is West Bengal. It is home to the majority of India’s jute mills, particularly in the Hooghly River basin. Historically, West Bengal has been the center of jute production since the British colonial era, with Kolkata being a important hub for jute processing. India is the largest producer of jute globally, contributing about 60% of the world’s jute output.
6. Which among the following country administers “Coco Islands” located in Andaman sea?
[A] India
[B] Myanmar
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] China
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Correct Answer: B [Myanmar]
Notes:
The Coco Islands are located in the northeastern Bay of Bengal, and are are part of the Yangon Region of Myanmar. To the north of this island group lies Preparis Island also belonging to Myanmar, and to the south lies the Landfall Island belonging to India.
7. Which one of the following regions of India has the characteristic features of Deserts, fertile plains and moderately forested mountains?
[A] South-Western border along Arabian Sea
[B] North-Western India
[C] North-Eastern Frontier
[D] Coromandel Coast
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Correct Answer: B [North-Western India]
Notes:
The characteristic features of Deserts, fertile plains and moderately forested mountains are found in North-Western India.
8. Which of the following pass connects Manali with Leh?
[A] Aghil Pass
[B] Khardung La Pass
[C] Bara Lachla Pass
[D] Banihal Pass
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Correct Answer: C [Bara Lachla Pass]
Notes:
Manali and Leh are connected by Bara Lachla Pass. It is located in the Zanskar range at an elevation of 4,890 meters.
9. Which among the following passes are located in the state of Uttarakhand?
1. Lipu Lekh
2. Thang La
3. Niti Pass
4. Muling La
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 3 & 4
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The following pass are located in Uttarakhand- Lipu Lekh, Thang La, Niti Pass, Muling La, Mana Pass, Mangsha Dhura Pass, Traill’s Pass.
10. Consider the following matches of Peaks with their corresponding states:
- Dodda Betta – Tamil Nadu
- Nand Devi – Uttarakhand
- Anai Mudi – Kerala
- Saramati – Nagaland
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Dodda Betta is situated in Tamil Nadu. Nand Devi is situated in Uttarakhand. Anai Mudi is situated in Kerala. Saramati is situated in Nagaland.
