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.
21. Amarkantak plateau in the Maikal hills is the origin of which of the following river?
[A] Ghaggar
[B] Narmada
[C] Chambal
[D] Gandak
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Correct Answer: B [Narmada]
Notes:
The origin Narmada river is situated on the Amarkantak Hill in Anuppur District of East Madhya Pradesh. Amarkantak region is s the meeting point of the Vindhyas and the Satpuras.
22. Which among the following river flows in rift valley?
[A] Yamuna
[B] Kaveri
[C] Son
[D] Tapti
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Correct Answer: D [Tapti]
Notes:
The Tapti River flows between the Godavari and Narmada Rivers. The river flows in rift valley.
23. Which among the following matches of Waterfalls and the rivers are correct?
- Dudhsagar- Mandavi
- Gokak- Ghatprabha
- Duduma- Machhkund
- Jog- Sharavati
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:
- Dudhsagar- Mandavi
- Gokak- Ghatprabha
- Duduma- Machhkund
- Jog- Sharavati.
24. The Chitrakote Falls is situated on which of the following rivers?
[A] Sharavati
[B] Indravati
[C] Jonk
[D] Hasdeo
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Correct Answer: B [Indravati]
Notes:
The Chitrakote Falls is situated on the Indravati river. It is located in the Indian state of Chattisgarh.
25. The Lonar lake of Maharashtra is a type of which of the following?
[A] Crater Lakes
[B] Tectonic Lakes
[C] Landslide Lakes
[D] Aeolian Lakes
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Correct Answer: A [Crater Lakes]
Notes:
The Lonar lake of Maharashtra is a type of Crater Lake. It is formed after the crater filled with waters.
26. Which of the following is the meaning of the term “Khadar”?
[A] Old alluvial soils
[B] New alluvial soils
[C] Dry sandy soils
[D] Semi black soils
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Correct Answer: B [New alluvial soils]
Notes:
Khadar is the type of soil that consists of new alluvial deposits. It is very fertile in nature.
27. Which of the following is the first Biosphere Reserve of India?
[A] Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve
[B] Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
[C] Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
[D] Nokrek Biosphere Reserve
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Correct Answer: B [Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve]
Notes:
Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is the first Biosphere Reserve of India. It was established in the year 1986. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve is the second Biosphere Reserve of India.
28. Which of the following signifies ex-situ conservation?
[A] Inhabitants of natural ecosystems
[B] Conservation methods practiced in Zoo and Botanical garden
[C] National parks and Biosphere habitats
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Conservation methods practiced in Zoo and Botanical garden]
Notes:
The conservation methods practiced in Zoo and Botanical garden is the process of ex-situ conservation.
29. Which of the following states is the largest producer of lead in India?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Odisha
[C] Chattisgarh
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Rajasthan]
Notes:
Rajasthan is the largest producer of lead in India. India has a total of about 720 million tonnes of lead reserve. Zawar, Rikhabdeo, Debari are important mines of lead in Rajasthan.
30. Which among the following is the oldest nuclear power station in India?
[A] Kaiga Nuclear Power Plant
[B] Narora Atomic Power Station
[C] Tarapur Atomic Power Station
[D] Kakrapar Atomic Power Station
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Correct Answer: C [Tarapur Atomic Power Station]
Notes:
Tarapur Atomic Power Station is the oldest nuclear power station in India. It is located in the state of Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1969.
