Indian Geography Questions (MCQs) for UPSC, State PCS and SSC Examinations
Indian Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Indian Geography for competitive examinations.
11. In India, which among the following state has the maximum estimated Uranium Resources?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Andhra Pradesh]
12. Tangaliya shawl , a unique weaving style has been given GI (Geographical Indications) recognition by the Central government in the later half of 2009. This is an indigenous craft of which of the following states?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Gujarat
[D] Jammu & Kashmir
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Correct Answer: C [Gujarat]
13. National Library of India is located at?
[A] Hyderabad
[B] Chennai
[C] Bangalore
[D] Kolkata
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Correct Answer: D [Kolkata]
14. Temple of Preah Vihear, one of the famous World Heritage sites is located in which state?
[A] Thailand
[B] Myanmar
[C] Cambodia
[D] Vietnam
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Correct Answer: C [Cambodia]
15. Consider the following statements:
- Mumbai Port does not possess a natural harbour
- Mahanadi does not form an estuary
- Tista River is a tributary to the Ganga River
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
[A] 1 & 2 are correct
[B] 1, 2 & 3 are correct
[C] 2 & 3 are correct
[D] Only 2 is correct
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Correct Answer: D [Only 2 is correct]
16. Apart from Karnataka, which among the following state has reported production of Gold in India?
[A] Orissa
[B] Jharkhand
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Jharkhand]
17. Consider the following:
- Gangetic Plain
- Gujarat
- Assam
The Shale Gas in India has been found to be in abundance in which among the above?
[A] Only 1
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 1, 2, & 3
[D] None of them
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Correct Answer: C [1, 2, & 3]
18. With reference to the unbalanced use of fertilizers in India, which among the following statements is/ are correct?
- In India, Nitrogen fertilizers is used in higher amount comparison to potassium and phosphate
- The price differentials is one of the main reason of unbalanced fertilizers usage in India
- Heavy nitrogen fertilizers causes nitrate contamination of ground water
- Nitrate cannot be removed once it has entered the underground water system
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1, 2 & 3
[B] 2, 3 & 4
[C] 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [ 1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
In India, Nitrogen applications tend to be too high in relation to the amount of potassium and phosphate used. This is partly the result of price differentials, and partly due to lack of knowledge among farmers about the need for balanced fertilizer use. The consequence is soil nutrient depletion, which is a major cause of the stagnation of rice yields. A related serious problem emerging out of the use of fertilizers is nitrate contamination of groundwater from heavy nitrogen applications in rice and wheat crops. Nitrate cannot be removed once it has entered the underground water system. Other problems include deficiency of trace elements because of intensive cultivation. All these factors have combined together to reduce soil fertility. Proper crop rotation, judicious combination of organic and chemical fertilizers and suitable agronomic practices will be helpful in this regard.
19. Consider the following institutions and their locations:
1. Central Institute of Fresh Water Aquaculture – Puri, Odisha
2. Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) – Mysuru, Karnataka
3. Central Tuber Crop Research Institute – Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Which of the above is / are correct?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [ 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
All are correct.
20. Which among the following earthquakes of India is an example of Induced seismicity?
[A] Kutch Earthquake of 1819
[B] Assam earthquake of 1897
[C] Koyna Earthquake of 1967
[D] Uttarkashi Earthquake Of 1991
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Correct Answer: C [ Koyna Earthquake of 1967]
Notes:
The 6.5 magnitude earthquake occurred close to 103 metre concrete gravity dam at Koyna. Prior to this earthquake, the area used to be considered aseismic. However, after the construction of dam and filling up of reservoir in 1962, the seismic activity increased significantly. The main shock of December 10, 1967 caused widespread damage, killing about 200 persons and injuring more than 1500 persons. This was an example of the reservoir-induced seismicity in India. The dam, designed keeping in mind the possible seismic activity, performed quite well with only nominal damage to the dam. This earthquake lead to the revision of Indian seismic zone map wherein the area around Koyna was brought in zone IV from zone I, and seismic zone for Bombay was upgraded from zone I to zone III.
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