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. What percent of India’s territory comes under the moderate and high seismic zones?
[A] 20%
[B] 35%
[C] 42%
[D] 60%
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Correct Answer: D [60%]
Notes:
According to the basis of frequency and intensity of the earthquake, India has divided into four (Zone 2, 3, 4 and 5) seismic zones. About 60% of India’s territory comes under the moderate and high seismic zones.
12. Which among the following about the Tarai plain are correct?
1. It is located to the south of the Bhabar tract
2. The dampness of this zone is very high
3. This place is highly suited for the cultivation of sugarcane
4. It is wider in the eastern plain with compare to the western plain
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 3
[B] 2 & 4
[C] 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Tarai plain is located to the south of the Bhabar tract. The dampness of this zone is very high. This place is highly suited for the cultivation of sugarcane. It is wider in the eastern plain compare to the western plain.
13. Which of the following is the approximate length of the Himalayan Range?
[A] 1500
[B] 2000
[C] 2500
[D] 3000
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Correct Answer: C [2500]
Notes:
The Himalayan ranges are approximately 2400 km in length with an average width of about 320 to 400 km which is situated in the northern boundary of India. It is the highest mountain range found in the world.
14. Which among the following are the important peaks of the Central Himalayas?
1. Mt. Everest
2. Kanchenjunga
3. Makalu
4. Dhaulagiri
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The Central Himalayas is situated between Kali and Tista rivers with its maximum part in Nepal. The important peaks of the Central Himalayan region are Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Dhaulagiri.
15. Which of the following is the highest point of Meghalaya?
[A] Shilong
[B] Nokrek
[C] Lum Shyllong
[D] Marangksih
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Correct Answer: A [Shilong]
Notes:
The highest point of Meghalaya is Shilong (1965 meters). Nokrek is the highest point of Garo hills.
16. What is the name of the highest peak of Garo hill?
[A] Nokrek
[B] Mahendrgairi
[C] Marangksih
[D] Mount Saramati
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Correct Answer: A [Nokrek]
Notes:
Nokrek (1,412 meters) is the highest peak of Garo hill.
17. Chail hill station is located in which of the following states of India?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Manipur
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Correct Answer: A [Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Chail hill station is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The main attractions of this place are beautiful forests, Palace of the Maharaja of Patiala, cricket ground (One of the world’s highest cricket ground), polo ground.
18. Jogi matti hill station is located in which of the following states of India?
[A] Kerala
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Karnataka
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: C [Karnataka]
Notes:
Jogi matti hill station is located in the Chitradurga district of the state of Karnataka. It is also a forest reserve.
19. Which of the following is known as “The Gateway to Ladakh”?
[A] Drass
[B] Kargil
[C] Leh
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Drass]
Notes:
Drass is a Hill Station located in Jammu & Kashmir. It is often referred to as “The Gateway to Ladakh”. It is the coldest place in India and considered the coldest inhabited place in the world after Siberia.
20. Which among the following hill stations are located in the state of Sikkim?
1. Gangtok
2. Pelling
3. Ravangla
4. Yumthang
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 3
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Gangtok, Pelling, Ravangla, Yumthang all four hill stations are situated in the state of Sikkim. Yumthang Valley is also known as the Sikkim Valley of Flowers.
