Indian Geography MCQs

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The Desert National Park (DNP) is located near Jaisalmer, Rajasthan and covers an area of 3162 km². The park is an excellent example of the ecosystem of the Thar Desert. The sand dunes form around 20% of the Park. It is home to desert fox, Bengal fox, desert cat, wolf, hedgehog, blackbuck and chinkara.

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The time difference between GMT (Greenwich Mean Time, followed by London) and IST (Indian Standard Time, followed by Delhi) is 5.30 hours. This infers that when it’s 10.00 am in Delhi, it will be 4.30 am in London.

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Cooch Behar, located in West Bengal, is renowned for its silk industry. The area has a rich history tied to silk production and is known for producing high-quality silk, notably Muga silk, which is cherished for its durability and golden brilliance. This vibrant industry is a significant source of income for the local population, fostering economic growth in the region.

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The Chambal River is a tributary of the Yamuna River. The river flows north-northeast through Madhya Pradesh, running for a time through Rajasthan, then forming the boundary between Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh before turning southeast to join the Yamuna in Uttar Pradesh state.

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The Gulf of Khambhat, also known as the Gulf of Cambay, is located in the western part of India. It’s a bay in the Arabian Sea. The Narmada and Tapti rivers are the two major rivers that discharge their waters into this gulf. These rivers carry their waters from central India and empty into the Arabian Sea, serving as significant water routes.

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The Koel Karo Project is not located in Bihar but in Jharkhand. It is one of the significant hydroelectric projects undertaken in India. It displays the fact that precision in geographical knowledge is paramount, especially in areas involving governmental projects spreading across the states. Despite sharing borders, Jharkhand and Bihar have different administrative jurisdictions and policies that can impact the management and functioning of such significant projects.

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Gujarat is India’s highest salt-producing state, contributing about 70% of the country’s total salt production. The state’s extensive coastline and favorable climatic conditions, such as high evaporation rates, make it ideal for salt production. Notably, the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat is one of the largest salt deserts in the world, further enhancing its salt industry.

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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.

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Winter rains generally occur in north India due to the approach of western disturbances over Western Himalayas as well as over northern plains.