Indian Geography MCQs

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Karnataka is the largest producer of coffee in India, followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Karnataka accounts for around 70% of India’s total coffee production, primarily growing both Arabica and Robusta varieties. Coffee cultivation in Karnataka is concentrated in the hilly regions of Kodagu (Coorg), Chikmagalur, and Hassan districts, which offer ideal climatic conditions for coffee growth.

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Kochi Port is a natural Harbour, situated at the head of Vembanad Kayal, popularly known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea”

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The Sirhind Canal is an irrigation canal that carries water from the Sutlej River in Punjab; and is one of the oldest and biggest irrigation works in the Indus river system, inaugurated in 1882.

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The torrid zone is located between the tropic of Cancer 23.5 degrees north and the tropic of Capricorn 23.5 degrees south. Out of the given options in this question, Jaipur is located at the latitude of 26.9°N, so it is in the temperate zone.

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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.

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Negritos , now almost extinct and inhabitants of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

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Sambhar is near Ajmer in Rajasthan and Sambhar lake is famous place for salt production. Sanganer & Jaipur are famous for hand block printing.

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The Mahi River flows into the Gulf of Khambat, which is part of the Arabian Sea. It is one of the few rivers in India that flows northward before turning southward. The river is approximately 583 kilometers long and is known for its unique meandering course. The Gulf of Khambat is important for its rich marine biodiversity and is located near the city of Bharuch in Gujarat.

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Majuli is a river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam and in 2016 it became the first island to be made a district in India. It was formed due to course changes by the river Brahmaputra and its tributaries, mainly the Lohit. It has reduced in its size in last two centuries due to erosion and climate reasons.

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The Tropic of Cancer divided India into almost 2 equal parts. It passes through 8 Indian States of India – Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura and Mizoram.