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. The world’s largest Fresnel type plant is located in which of the following states of India?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Punjab
[C] Karnatak
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: A [Rajasthan]
Notes:
The world’s largest Fresnel type plant is located in the state of Rajasthan at the Dhirubhai Ambani Solar Park.
32. Jhooming is practised by which of the following tribal group?
[A] The Todas
[B] The Santhals
[C] The Khasis
[D] The Bhotias
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Correct Answer: C [The Khasis]
Notes:
The Khasis practice Jhooming or Jhum cultivation.
33. Consider the following statements regarding possible reasons and solutions for reduced crop yield despite using chemical fertilizers:
- The soil has become more acidic
- The soil has become more alkaline
- The yield can be improved by adding slaked lime to the soil
- The yield can be improved by adding some organic matter
- The yields can be improved by adding common salt
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 2, 3 & 5
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Correct Answer: B [1 & 3]
Notes:
The excessive use of chemical fertilizers for a long time can make the soil acidic. The yield can be improved by adding slaked lime to the soil as it can help increase the pH of the soil and rectify the acidic condition. It has to be noted that adding organic matter or common salt will not necessarily improve the yield, as the decision should be based on the specific requirements of the soil.
34. Which state records the highest tank irrigation in India?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: A [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
Andhra Pradesh irrigates approximately 727 thousand hectares by tanks, accounting for about 16 percent of its total irrigated area. The state has around 38,628 minor irrigation tanks with a combined capacity of 131.67 T.M.C. Tank irrigation is primarily concentrated in the Godavari basin region. Nationally, tank irrigation’s contribution has decreased but Andhra Pradesh still leads among all states.
35. Which among the following is the oldest steel plant in India?
[A] TISCO
[B] IISCO
[C] HSL
[D] BSL
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Correct Answer: A [TISCO]
Notes:
Tata Iron and Steel Company (TISCO) is the oldest steel plant in India. It is situated in Jamshedpur at the confluence of the Kharkai river and the Subarnarekha river.
36. What is the rank of India in terms of the total length of the road?
[A] 2nd
[B] 5th
[C] 7th
[D] 9th
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Correct Answer: A [2nd]
Notes:
India ranks second in terms of the total length of the road. The United States ranks first in the list.
37. Which of the following states of India has the highest literacy rate?
[A] Delhi
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: D [Kerala]
Notes:
Kerala has the highest literacy rate (93.9%) in India.
38. As per Census 2011, the concentration of the Scheduled Caste population is the highest in which of the following states?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Punjab
[D] Haryana
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
As per Census 2011, the concentration of the Scheduled Caste population is the highest in Uttar Pradesh (31.9%).
39. As per the Census 2011, which among the following is the least populous district of India?
[A] Longleng
[B] Daman
[C] Lahul and Spiti
[D] Dibang Valley
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Correct Answer: D [Dibang Valley]
Notes:
As per the Census 2011, the least populous district of India is the Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh. The total population of Dibang valley is 8,004. The population density of the district is 1 per sq. km.
40. While calculating the Child Sex ratio which of the following age group is taken into account?
[A] 1-5 months
[B] 1-6 years
[C] 0-5 months
[D] 0-6 years
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Correct Answer: D [0-6 years]
Notes:
The Child Sex Ratio is the number of females per thousand males in the age group of 0–6 years. As per the Census 2011, the Child Sex Ration in India is 919.
