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. Which of the following is NOT a correct statement about Alluvial soil?
[A] Alluvial soil is most abundant type of soil found in India
[B] Alluvial soil is generally fertile
[C] Alluvial soil lacks nitrogen and tend to be phosphoric.
[D] Alluvial soil generally comprise high percentage of clay and retain moisture for long time
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Correct Answer: D [ Alluvial soil generally comprise high percentage of clay and retain moisture for long time ]
Notes:
Fourth is not a correct statement.
2. Which of the following countries is not larger than India in terms of geographical area?
[A] Australia
[B] Brazil
[C] Canada
[D] Indonesia
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Correct Answer: D [Indonesia]
Notes:
In terms of area, India ranks seventh in the world after Russia, Canada, US, China, Australia and Brazil.
3. In which of the following states, the Sharavati Project is located?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
Sharavati is the name of the river that flows entirely in Karnataka. India’s famous Jog falls is created by this river.
Other name of Jog falls- Gerosoppa falls.
4. Which neighboring country does the “Stilwell Road” connect India with?
[A] China
[B] Bhutan
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Pakistan
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Correct Answer: A [China]
Notes:
Stilwell Road establishes a strategic linkage between Ledo in India and Kunming in China, crossing Myanmar. Constructed during World War II, it was primarily a supply line for Chinese troops fighting against Japan. Named after General Joseph Stilwell of the U.S. Army, the road signifies historical and military importance. Despite various issues regarding the reopening, it remains a significant route boosting international trade and exemplifying India-China collaborations. Stilwell Road embodies historical collaboration and potential future alliances.
5. The Chamera Dam is located in which state/UT?
[A] Puducherry
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: C [Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
The Chamera Dam is located near the town of Dalhousie, in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. It impounds the River Ravi and supports the hydroelectricity project in the region. The reservoir of the dam is the Chamera Lake. The catchment of the dam is 472.5 square kilometres. The reservoir has a live storage capacity of 110 MCN and mean annual inflow of 1,273 BCM. The unique feature of the region is the fluctuating day and night temperature. The temperature during the day near the dam rises up to 35 degrees Celsius and drops to a minimum of 18 to 20 °C at night. The water level in the Chamera Lake rises to a maximum of 763 meters while the minimum water level is 747 meters.
6. Which of the following is the principal cause of soil damage in Punjab and Haryana? (UPSC Prelims 1988)
[A] Salinity and water-logging
[B] Deforestation
[C] Ravine erosion
[D] Overgrazing
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Correct Answer: A [Salinity and water-logging]
Notes:
The principal cause of soil damage in Punjab and Haryana is Salinity and water logging. The area is totally damaged due to salinization of sub soil water and did not allow any plant to grow.
7. In India the diamonds are quarried from which of the following cities? (UPSC Prelims 1989)
[A] Golconda
[B] Jaipur
[C] Patnagiri
[D] Panna
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Correct Answer: D [Panna]
Notes:
When it comes to India, most diamond mines were depleted decades ago and the country is no longer a source for rough diamonds. However, India does have one active diamond mine at Panna, in Madhya Pradesh, which is run by the state-owned National Mineral Development Corporation.
8. Match the following :-
A. Lignite (i) Jharia
B. Coal (ii) Hazaribagh
C. Mica (iii) Neyveli (UPSC Prelims 1984)
[A] A – (iii), B – (i), C – (ii)
[B] A – (i), B – (ii), C – (iii)
[C] A – (iii), B – (ii), C – (i)
[D] A – (i), B – (iii), C – (ii)
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Correct Answer: A [A – (iii), B – (i), C – (ii)]
Notes:
Types of materials abundantly found in-
Lignite- Neyveli
Coal- Hazaribagh
Mica- Jharia
9. Which among the following matches of city and their earthquake zone are correct?
1. Kolkata- Zone III
2. Guwahati- Zone V
3. Delhi- Zone IV
4. Chennai- Zone II
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Some of the cities and their earthquake zone- Kolkata- Zone III, Chennai- Zone II, Delhi- Zone IV, Guwahati- Zone V.
10. Which of the following region is located in the very high-risk zone of earthquakes?
[A] Indian desert
[B] Himalayan region
[C] Coastal region
[D] Central Indian Highland
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Correct Answer: B [Himalayan region]
Notes:
The very high-risk earthquakes zone in India is zone 5, which is very severe in nature and high-intensity zone that is around Kashmir, Guwahati, the central and western part of the Himalayan region, northern and central Bihar and eastern India.
