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.
31. Consider the following places:
1. Angul (Odisha)
2. Malanjkhand (Madhya Pradesh)
3. Ghatsila (Jharkhand)
Which among the following is the correct set of key minerals found at above places respectively?
[A] Aluminium, Copper, Magnesium
[B] Magnesium, Copper, Aluminium
[C] Aluminium, Copper, Copper
[D] Copper, Copper, Copper
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Correct Answer: C [ Aluminium, Copper, Copper]
Notes:
32. Consider the following comparisons of Eastern and Western Ghats:
- Average elevation of Eastern Ghats is lower in comparison to Western Ghats
- The coastal area of Eastern Ghats is narrower in comparison to Western Ghats
Which among the above is / are correct statements?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
The Peninsula is flanked on the one side by the Eastern Ghats where average elevation is about 610 metres and on the other by the Western Ghats where it is generally from 915 to 1,220 metres, rising in places to over 2,440 metres. Between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea lies a narrow coastal strip, while between Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal, there is a broader coastal area. The southern point of plateau is formed by the Nilgiri Hills where the Eastern and the Western Ghats meet. The Cardamom Hills lying beyond may be regarded as a continuation of the Western Ghats.
33. Consider the following pairs of Thermal Power Plants with their states:
- Kamalanga Thermal Power – Odisha
- Sompeta power project – Andhra Pradesh
- Bedabahal power project – Jharkhand
Which of the above is/are correctly matched?
[A] 1 Only
[B] 1 & 2 Only
[C] 2 & 3 Only
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: B [1 & 2 Only]
Notes:
Bedabahal power project is located in Odisha
34. Consider the following statements about desalination of sea water:
- As of now, Kerala is the only state in India to use desalinated water for drinking purpose
- Reverse osmosis is the most commonly used desalination method
- A reverse osmosis desalination plant is environment friendly
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 2 Only
[B] 1 & 3 Only
[C] 2 & 3 Only
[D] 1, 2 & 3 Only
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Correct Answer: A [2 Only]
Notes:
Third statement is incorrect because the desalination process through reverse osmosis is not environmentally friendly and it contributes to the wastewater discharges that affect coastal water quality, especially due to the highly saline brine that is emitted into the sea, which may be increased in temperature, contain residual chemicals from the pre treatment process, heavy metals from corrosion or intermittently used cleaning agents. First statement is incorrect because as of now, Tamil Nadu is the only state in India where desalinated water is used for drinking purpose.
35. Which among the following statements with respect to the Reserved Forests of India is / are correct?
1.All activities are generally prohibited in Reserved Forests
2.Reserve Forests are established in India under a legislation
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [ Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
36. Which of the following states is located in Zone-V, the highest-risk seismic zone in India?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Karnataka
[D] Assam
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Correct Answer: D [ Assam]
Notes:
Zone-V is considered as Very High Damage Risk Zone. The region of Kashmir, the Western and Central Himalayas, North and Middle Bihar, the North-East Indian region and the Rann of Kutch fall in this zone.
37. Consider the following pairs:
- Kumaon Himalayas – Lies between Sutlej and the Kali rivers
- Nepal Himalayas – Lies between Kali and Teesta rivers
- Assam Himalayas – Lies between Teesta and Brahmaputra rivers
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] 1 & 2 Only
[B] 2 Only
[C] 2 & 3 Only
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [ 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Kumaon Himalayas: It extends between the rivers Sutlej and the Kali. This stretch measures about 320 km and it lies to the east of the Punjab Himalayas.
Nepal Himalayas: This part of the Himalayas extends between the rivers Kali on the west and the Teesta to the east. The stretch measures 800 km. The highest peaks of the Himalayas lie in this zone.
Assam Himalayas: This is the easternmost part of the Himalayas and its western and eastern boundaries are marked by the rivers Teesta and the Brahmaputra, respectively. This stretch measures about 750 km. The height of the mountains in this zone is the least.
38. Which of the following states has the highest deposits of Tertiary coal in India?
[A] Jammu & Kashmir
[B] Gujarat
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: A [Jammu & Kashmir]
Notes:
Tertiary coal has low carbon content. It is mainly confined to Jammu & Kashmir & Arunachal region.
39. Consider the following statements:
- Majority of rivers in India have open basin
- Majority of rivers in India drain in Bay of Bengal
Which among the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1 Only
[B] 2 Only
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [ Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
Almost all of India’s rivers are of open basin as more than 90% of total surface water runoff would go to Bay of Bengal. Rest goes to Arabian Sea. There is just a small area in parts of Ladakh, northern parts of the Aravalli range and the arid parts of the Thar Desert, that have inland drainage.
40. Consider the following pairs of Rivers with their Ancient names:
- Jhelum : Vitasta
- Chenab : Askini
- Ravi : Parushani
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] 1 & 2 Only
[B] 2 Only
[C] 2 & 3 Only
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [ 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
All of the above are correctly matched
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