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 word “Mangal” is used for which among the following kinds of vegetations?
[A] Aquatic Plants
[B] Algal Blooms
[C] Mangroves
[D] Mediterranean forests, woodlands, and scrub
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Correct Answer: C [Mangroves]
Notes:
The term Mangal is used for the entire community of organisms in the mangrove forests including plants, fishes and other animals. The term mangrove is used only for plants.
2. Which among the following states of India has the highest deposit of Monazite sands, source of Thorium?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Maharastra
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
With 3.72 million tonnes, Andhra Pradesh is the top state in India in terms of Monazite deposits. Andhra Pradesh is followed by Tamil Nadu (2.46 million tonnes), Odisha (2.41 million tonnes), Kerala (1.90 million tonnes), West Bengal (1.22 million tonnes) and Jharkhand (0.22 million tonnes).
3. In which among the following states, the Jharia, Raniganj, Talchar, Korba coal fields are located respectively?
[A] Tamil Nadu, Orissa, Jharkhand, West Bengal
[B] Jharkhand, West Bengal, Orissa, Chhattisgarh
[C] West Bengal, Jharkhand, Orissa, Chhattisgarh
[D] West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Jharkhand, West Bengal, Orissa, Chhattisgarh]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Jharkhand, West Bengal, Orissa, Chhattisgarh.” – Jharia coal field is in Jharkhand, known for its high-quality coking coal. – Raniganj coal field is in West Bengal, one of the oldest coal fields in India. – Talchar coal field is in Odisha, important for its lignite reserves. – Korba coal field is in Chhattisgarh, a major thermal coal producer. These coal fields are crucial for India’s energy and industrial sectors.
4. Which among the following soil is rich in minerals?
[A] Alluvial soil
[B] Black soil
[C] Red soil
[D] Laterite soil
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Correct Answer: A [Alluvial soil]
Notes:
The Alluvial soil is rich in minerals. It is highly fertile and very good for agriculture. It often contains gravel, sand and silt. The chemical content of the soil will depend on where it is located.
5. Duncan Passage is located in which of the following Union Territories / States?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Pondicherry
[C] Andaman & Nicobar Islands
[D] Mizoram
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Correct Answer: C [Andaman & Nicobar Islands]
Notes:
Duncan Passage is a strait in the Indian Ocean that separates Rutland Island and Little Andaman. It connects the Bay of Bengal in west to Andaman Sea in the east. It is located in the exclusive economic zone of India and is protected by the integrated tri-services Andaman and Nicobar Command of the Indian Military.
6. 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.
7. Identify the soil type with the help of given information:
- This type of soil has high moisture retention capacity
- Crops like sugarcane, citrus fruits and banana grow well on this soil
- The soil is sticky when wet and develops wide cracks when dry
Select the correct answer from options given below:
[A] Black Soil
[B] Laterite Soil
[C] Red soil
[D] Alluvial soil
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Correct Answer: A [Black Soil]
Notes:
Black Soil is the correct answer here. The high moisture retention capacity as well as the suitability for growing sugarcane, citrus fruits and banana point towards black soil, since these crops require tropical climate and moisture retention. Additionally, the stickiness of the soil when wet and development of wide cracks when dry are distinctive properties of vertisols or black soils.
8. Which of the following roads negotiates four high passes of the world in the Himalayas?
[A] Leh to Manali
[B] Shimla to Dalhousie
[C] Darjeeling to Nepal
[D] Shimla to Kulu
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Correct Answer: A [Leh to Manali]
Notes:
The average elevation of Leh-Manali highway is more than 4,000 m (13,000 feet) and its highest elevation is 5,328 m (17,480 ft) at Tanglang La mountain pass. It is flanked by mountain ranges on both sides featuring some stunning sand and rock natural formations. This road also negotiates four high passes of the world in the Himalayas.
9. Which of the following is the famous ‘pear-shaped’ lake located in the Himalayas?
[A] Bhim Tal
[B] Naini Tal
[C] Nakuchia Tal
[D] Sat Tal
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Correct Answer: B [Naini Tal]
Notes:
Nainital derives its name from the pear-shaped lake which forms the heart of this hill station. It has very high mountains some of which offer an excellent view. It is a natural freshwater body, situated amidst the township of Nainital in Uttarakhand State of India.
10. Which part of the Himalayas lies between Satluj and Kali rivers?
[A] Assam Himalayas
[B] Nepal Himalayas
[C] Kumaon Himalayas
[D] Punjab Himalayas
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Correct Answer: C [Kumaon Himalayas]
Notes:
The Kumaon Himalayas lie in Uttarakhand and extend from the Satluj to the Kali river. The Lesser Himalayas in Kumaon Himalaya is represented by the Mussoorie and Nag Tiba ranges.
