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.
31. Mangrove cover in India has increased by what percent as per ISFR 2019?
[A] 0.56%
[B] 1.10%
[C] 2.67%
[D] 5.23%
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [1.10%]
Notes:
Mangrove cover in India has increased by 1.10% (54 sq.km.).
32. Which region in India has the highest geographical distribution of mangrove forests?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Kerala
[C] Sundarbans – West Bengal
[D] Goa
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Sundarbans – West Bengal]
Notes:
The highest geographical distribution of mangrove forests in India is found in the Sundarbans region of West Bengal. Covering more than 10,000 square kilometers, it is the largest mangrove forest in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a significant part of the world’s biosphere reserves. Its rich biodiversity comprises of around 260 bird species, the Sundri tree, and iconic Royal Bengal Tiger.
33. Which of the following states of India has high potentials for solar energy?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Odisha
[C] Karnataka
[D] Rajasthan
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [Rajasthan]
Notes:
Rajasthan has the high potentials for solar energy.
34. Which among the following matches of the wind park and their corresponding states are correct?
1. Vankusawade Wind Park- Maharashtra
2. Damanjodi Wind Power Plant- Odisha
3. Muppandal windfarm- Tamil Nadu
4. Bercha Wind Park- Madhya Pradesh
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 2 & 4
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The correct matches are Vankusawade Wind Park- Maharashtra, Damanjodi Wind Power Plant- Odisha, Muppandal windfarm- Tamil Nadu, Bercha Wind Park- Madhya Pradesh.
35. Which of the following crops are grown mostly under subsistence farming?
[A] Cotton and Tobacco
[B] Millets and Rice
[C] Vegetables and Fruits
[D] Tea and Coffee
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Millets and Rice]
Notes:
Subsistence farming is self-sufficiency farming in which the farmers focus on producing adequate food to feed themselves and their families. Millets and Rice are grown mostly under subsistence farming.
36. ‘Yellow Revolution’ is associated with the production of which of the following?
[A] Poultry
[B] Sunflower
[C] Gold
[D] Oil seeds
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [Oil seeds]
Notes:
‘Yellow Revolution’ is associated with the growth, development and adoption of new varieties of oilseeds and complementary technologies.
37. Which among the following statements are correct?
1. Assam produces about 80% of jute in India
2. Jute grows well in the loamy soil
3. Hot and humid conditions are suitable for growing jute
4. Jute is commonly cultivated with wheat in rotation
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [2 & 3]
Notes:
The state West Bengal ranks first in Jute production. It grows well in the loamy soil. Hot and humid conditions are suitable for growing jute. Usually Maize/Moong/Urd -Jute-Rice rotation of cultivation is followed.
38. Which one of the following cities is known as the ‘Pearl City’?
[A] Haldia
[B] Kandla
[C] Tuticorin
[D] None of the above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Tuticorin]
Notes:
Pearl fishing is carried out in the town of Tuticorin. So it is known as the ‘Pearl City’.
39. Which of the following is the largest shipyard of India?
[A] Kochi Port
[B] Jawahar Lal Nehru Port
[C] Kandla Port
[D] Paradwip Port
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Kochi Port]
Notes:
Kochi Port is the largest shipyard of India. It is situated in the state of Kerala. It is located very near to the Suez-Colombo sea route.
40. The most crowded household is found in which of the following state of India?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Bihar
[D] Uttar Pradesh
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The most crowded household is found in the state of Uttar Pradesh (Six people). The least crowded household is found in the state of Tamil Nadu (average 3.9 people).
