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.
11. Which of the following is common feature of Indian islands in Arabian Sea?
[A] Volcanic origin
[B] Coral origin
[C] Geology of continental shelf
[D] Presence of Black Soil
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Correct Answer: B [Coral origin]
Notes:
The Indian islands in the Arabian Sea are all of coral origin. These islands are called the Coral Islands of India.
The islands were formed by coral accumulating on the volcanic tops of the Indian Ocean ridge. The ridge sank below the surface millions of years ago, likely due to rising sea levels. The Lakshadweep Islands are the smallest Union Territory of India, with a total area of 32 km2 (12 sq mi). Most of the islands are atolls.
The islands are flat and have low elevation, rising no more than five meters above sea level. They are vulnerable to sea level change.
12. Which is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar islands?
[A] Mount Diavolo
[B] Mount Thuiller
[C] Saddle Peak
[D] Mount koya
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Correct Answer: C [Saddle Peak]
Notes:
Saddle Peak or Saddle Hill is located on North Andaman Island in India’s Andaman and Nicobar Islands. At 731 m, it is the highest point of the archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. It is surrounded by Saddle Peak National Park.
13. Arrange the following places of Kashmir region from North to South
1. Sri Nagar
2. Banihal
3. Gilgit
4. Kargil
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1, 2, 3, 4
[B] 3, 1, 2, 4
[C] 3, 4, 1, 2
[D] 1, 3, 2, 4
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Correct Answer: C [3, 4, 1, 2]
Notes:
From North to South is Gilgit- Kargil- Sri Nagar- Banihal.
14. Which among the following separated the Great Plains of India from the Shiwalik?
[A] Main Control Thrust
[B] Main Boundary Thrust
[C] Himalayan Frontal Fault
[D] Great Boundary Fault
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Correct Answer: C [Himalayan Frontal Fault]
Notes:
Himalayan Frontal Fault (HFF) separated the Great Plains of India from the Shiwalik. The Great Plains of India is the alluvial deposits of Himalayan and the peninsular rivers and their tributaries.
15. Which among the following matches of passes and the state they are situated in are correct?
1. Zoji La Pass– Jammu and Kashmir
2. Bara Lacha Pass– Himachal Pradesh
3. Niti Pass– Uttarakhand
4. Jelep La Pass– Sikkim
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 4
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Zoji La is a high mountain pass situated in Jammu and Kashmir, India between Srinagar and Leh. Bara-Lacha la pass, is a high mountain pass in the Zanskar range, connecting Lahaul district in Himachal Pradesh to Ladakh in Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated along the Leh – Manali Highway. Jelep La (46 metres in length) is a high mountain pass situated between East Sikkim District, Sikkim, India and Tibet. It is on a route that connects Lhasa to India. Niti is a small village in Niti valley of Joshimath. Niti is the last village and outpost in Indo – Tibetan border in Chamoli district.
16. Which of the following hill stations is considered as the Ooty of Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Sri Sailam
[B] Araku Valley
[C] Lambasingi
[D] Papi Hills
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Correct Answer: B [Araku Valley]
Notes:
Araku Valley hill station is considered as the Ooty of Andhra Pradesh. It is situated in the Vishakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh.
17. “Sohra” is the local name of which of the following hill stations?
[A] Pachmarhi
[B] Cherrapunji
[C] Mawlynnong
[D] Shillong
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Correct Answer: B [Cherrapunji]
Notes:
“Sohra” is the local name of Cherrapunji hill station. It is one of the wettest places on Earth.
18. Which of the following statements about Bhitarkanika Mangroves is/ are correct?
1. It is located in the deltaic region of Brahmani and Baitarani rivers
2. It lies in the state of Odisha
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] 1 & 2
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [1 & 2]
Notes:
Bhitarkanika Mangroves forest is located in the deltaic region of Brahmani and Baitarani rivers in the state of Odisha.
19. The coast of Tamilnadu is known as which of the following?
[A] Coromandel coast
[B] Konkan coast
[C] Malabar coast
[D] Utkal coast
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Correct Answer: A [Coromandel coast]
Notes:
The coast of Tamilnadu is known as the Coromandel coast (Between Kanyakumari and False Divi Point).
20. Someshwar Beach is located in which of the following states of India
[A] Karnataka
[B] Kerala
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Karnataka]
Notes:
Someswar beach is located in the state of Karnataka. It was named after the Lord Somanatha temple. ‘Ottinene Hill’ is located very near to this beach.
