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. The planned Bedabahal Ultra Mega Power Project is in which of the following states?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Odisha
[C] West Bengal
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: B [ Odisha ]
Notes:
Bedabahal is located in Sundargarh district of Odisha. There is a planned UMPP there which has so far not seen the light of the day due to various problems including those of land, coal etc.
2. The concept of differential heating was primarily given to explain which of the following geographical phenomena in India?
[A] Monsoon
[B] Jet streams
[C] Cyclones
[D] Desert storms
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Correct Answer: A [ Monsoon ]
Notes:
The concept of differential heating about the origin of Indian Monsoon was given by Halley.
3. Which of the following is a correct sequence of sea ports of India from “South to North”?
[A] Cochin – Thiruvananthapuram – Calicut – Mangalore
[B] Calicut – Thiruvananthapuram – Cochin – Mangalore
[C] Thiruvananthapuram – Cochin – Calicut – Mangalore
[D] Thiruvananthapuram – Calicut – Mangalore – Cochin
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Correct Answer: C [ Thiruvananthapuram – Cochin – Calicut – Mangalore ]
Notes:
Correct sequence will be Thiruvananthapuram – Cochin – Calicut – Mangalore
4. In Which state of India , maximum Diamond Mines are found?
[A] Bihar & Uttar Pradesh
[B] Uttar Pradesh & Jharkhand
[C] Madhya Pradesh & Andhra Pradesh
[D] Uttar Pradesh & Maharastra
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Correct Answer: C [Madhya Pradesh & Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Madhya Pradesh & Andhra Pradesh.” Madhya Pradesh is known for the Panna diamond mines, which are among the most famous in India. Panna is often referred to as the “diamond city” of India. Andhra Pradesh also has important diamond deposits, particularly in the Golconda region, historically famous for its diamonds, including the Koh-i-Noor. India was historically a major diamond producer until the discovery of diamond mines in Brazil and South Africa.
5. The average width of which of the following ghats in India is more ?
[A] Western ghats
[B] Eastern Ghats
[C] both are almost of same width
[D] none of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Eastern Ghats]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Eastern Ghats.” The Eastern Ghats are generally wider than the Western Ghats, averaging about 100-200 km in width, while the Western Ghats average around 30-50 km. The Eastern Ghats stretch from Odisha to Tamil Nadu, while the Western Ghats run parallel to the western coast of India. The Western Ghats are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to their biodiversity.
6. Wagah Border is loacted along:
[A] Durand Line
[B] McMohan line
[C] Sir Creek Line
[D] Radcliffe Line
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Correct Answer: D [Radcliffe Line]
Notes:
Wahga is a village in Lahore of Pakistan. Wagah Border is a border point, goods transit terminal and a railway station between Pakistan and India. The border is located 24 kilometres from Lahore and 32 kilometres from Amritsar. Since India Pakistan border is known as Radcliffe Line, wagah border is located on this line.
7. Which of the following was the first Indian state to introduce the “Oak Tussar Industry”?
[A] Manipur
[B] Odisha
[C] Assam
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: B [Odisha]
Notes:
Odisha was the pioneer state to introduce the “Oak Tussar Industry,” which is related to silk production from oak tasar silkworms. The wild silk derived from these silkworms is often regarded for its rich texture and natural gold colour. Today, Odisha remains a major producer of tasar silk, playing an essential role in India’s sericulture industry and contributing to the local economy.
8. Which among the following race of Indians is Oldest ?
[A] Negritos
[B] Proto Australoids
[C] Mongoloids
[D] Nordics
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Correct Answer: A [Negritos]
Notes:
Negritos , now almost extinct and inhabitants of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
9. Indira Col makes the 3-point boundary between which of the following countries?
[A] India, Nepal, China
[B] India, Pakistan, China
[C] India, Myanmar, China
[D] India, Bhutan, China
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Correct Answer: B [India, Pakistan, China]
Notes:
Indira Col is located on the border between Indian-controlled Siachen Glacier and the Chinese-controlled Trans-Karakoram Tract, close to the tripoint of India, Pakistan, and China. The India-Pakistan Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL) in the Siachen area ends near Indira Col.
10. Consider the following:
- The Gulf of Mannar
- The Gulf of Khambat
- The Gulf of Kutch
Which of the above gulfs is noted for the extreme rise and fall of its tides, making it an ideal location for Tidal energy?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
Both the Gulf of Khambat and the Gulf of Kutch are known for their extreme tidal ranges, making them ideal for Tidal Energy exploitation.
