Indian Geography MCQs

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Gujarat is the sole producer of agate, chalk, and perlite and is leading producer of fluorite (concentrate), fireclay, silica sand, lignite, laterite, petroleum and natural gas and bauxite in the country. State is the sole holder of country’s resources of perlite, 66% of fluorite, 28% of diatomite, 18% of bentonite and 12% of wollastonite. [Ministry of Mines]

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The Coir Industry is predominantly concentrated in Kerala, which is known as the “Land of Coconut.” Kerala produces about 60% of India’s coir fiber and is home to numerous coir processing units. The state has a rich tradition of coir production, dating back to the 19th century, and it plays a important role in the local economy, providing employment to thousands.

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The correct answer is Surat. Approximately 90% of the world’s small diamonds are processed in Surat, making it a global hub for diamond cutting and polishing. The city is home to over 5,000 diamond processing units and employs around 600,000 people in the diamond industry. Surat’s diamond market importantly contributes to India’s position as one of the largest diamond exporters in the world.

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The correct answer is Mahanadi. The Jonk, Ib, Ong, and Tel rivers are all tributaries of the Mahanadi River, which flows through central and eastern India. The Mahanadi is approximately 858 kilometers long and is known for its fertile delta and important role in irrigation and agriculture in the region. It is one of the major rivers in India, alongside the Godavari and Krishna.

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The correct answer is Jharkhand. Jharkhand has important uranium deposits, primarily in the Singhbhum region. India’s total uranium resources are estimated to be around 1,50,000 tons, with Jharkhand contributing a substantial portion. The state is home to the Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), which is involved in uranium mining and processing.

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Tso Moriri is a high altitude lake located in the UT of Ladakh. It is situated at an elevation of over 4,500 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest lakes in the world. Tso Moriri is a popular tourist destination, known for its clear blue waters and surrounding mountains. It is also an important habitat for a number of species of migratory birds. The lake is protected as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention.

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According to the Government of India’s seismic zoning map, the Jaitapur site falls within zone III. The Jaitapur site is not considered earthquake-prone.  The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) published a seismic zonation map of India in 1962. The map classifies the country into four seismic zones. Zone V is the most seismically active region.A seismic zone is an area of seismicity that may share a common cause. It may also be a region on a map where a common rate of seismicity is assumed for calculating probabilistic ground motions

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Vaan Island is located in the Gulf of Mannar, which is part of the state of Tamil Nadu in India. The island is one of 21 uninhabited islands in the Gulf of Mannar. It is located 12 km off the Tuticorin coast.  The island was almost wiped off the map a decade ago. Scientists thought it would be underwater by 2022. The Tamil Nadu government and IIT Madras are trying to restore the island using artificial reefs.

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The two major west flowing rivers are the Narmada and the Tapi. It is one of the rivers in India that flows in a rift valley, flowing west between the Satpura and Vindhya ranges.

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The given map indicates the coastal region underwater relief contours of India. In this region some islands like Andaman, Nicobar and Lakshadweep are present.
Man basin
Arabian basin
Chap Ridge