World & Physical Geography MCQs
World Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Physical Geography and World Geography for competitive examinations.
21. Which of the following nation shares the border with Albania to house, both the nations highest peak, Mount Korab?
[A] Greece
[B] Montenegro
[C] North Macedonia
[D] Kosovo
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Correct Answer: C [North Macedonia]
Notes:
Mount Korab is the highest peak of both Albania and North Macedonia. It measures a height of 2764 meters. Mount Korab is rich in floral species such as Bosnian Pine, European Beech, Alder Forest.
22. Which of the following is the largest glacier?
[A] Zemu
[B] Siachin
[C] Gangotri
[D] Sasaini
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Correct Answer: B [Siachin]
Notes:
Siachin (76 km) is the largest glacier.
23. What is a geographic area containing several geologically related mountains called?
[A] Mountain range
[B] Mountain pass
[C] Mountain slope
[D] Peaks
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Correct Answer: A [Mountain range]
Notes:
A geographic area containing several geologically related mountains is called a Mountain Range. It is a series of mountains or hills ranged in a line.
24. What is a linear lowland created by a tectonic rift or a fault called?
[A] Dome
[B] Caldera
[C] Rift valley
[D] Horst
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Correct Answer: C [Rift valley ]
Notes:
Rift valley is a type of a tectonic landform. It is a linear lowland formed by a tectonic rift or fault. It is formed on a divergent plate boundary.
25. The “Angkor Wat”, the largest religious monument in the world, is located in which nation?
[A] Thailand
[B] Cambodia
[C] Myanmar
[D] Nepal
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Correct Answer: B [Cambodia]
Notes:
Angkor Wat, complex of temples, is the largest religious monument in the world. It is located in Cambodia. It is a 12th-century construction started by Suryavarman II and completed by Jayavarman VII of the Khmer Empire. It followed the Khmer style of architecture. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was initially constructed as a Hindu temple, later transformed into a Buddhist temple. The temple is depicted in the national flag of Cambodia, thereby became the national symbol of Cambodia.
26. Karakoram Highway, one of the highest paved roads in the world, is located between which two nations?
[A] China and India
[B] India and Pakistan
[C] China and Pakistan
[D] Pakistan and Afghanistan
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Correct Answer: C [China and Pakistan]
Notes:
Karakoram Highway, also known as National Highway 35 (N-35) or the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, is located between China and Pakistan. It is one of the highest paved roads in the world. This important tourist attraction passes through the Karakoram mountain ranges near Khunjerab Pass.
27. Which among the following pairs of plains is/are correctly matched?
- Carrizo plains – United States
- Salisbury plains – Australia
- Canterburry plains – New Zealand
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1 & 3
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 & 3]
Notes:The Carrizo plains “the place of rabbits” is located in California, United States. It is a plain in North America. The San Andreas Fault runs along the northeast side of the plain.
The Salisbury plains are located in the central southern England. They cover an area upto 780 sq.km. It is famous for its rich archaeology, including Avebury and Stonehenge, which are a joint World Heritage Site.
Canterbury Plains is an area in New Zealand. It is centred in the Mid Canterbury to the south of the city of Christchurch in the Canterbury region.
28. Which is the most active volcano in Japan?
[A] Erta Ale
[B] Sakurajima
[C] Mount Fuji
[D] Mount Asama
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Correct Answer: B [Sakurajima]
Notes:
Sakurajima is an active strato-volcano in Japan. It is the most active volcano in Japan. Its summit has three peaks: Kita-dake (northern peak), Naka-dake (central peak) and Minami-dake (southern peak) which is active now.
29. The Syrian desert covers which among the following countries?
- Iran
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Syria
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1 & 4
[B] Only 1, 2 & 4
[C] Only 2, 3 & 4
[D] Only 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The Syrian desert also known as the Jordanian Steppe or the Badia, is a region of desert, semi-desert and steppe covering 500,000 square kilometers. It covers the countries: Iraq, Jordan and Syria.
30. Which water body is located in between Panama and Colombia?
[A] Gulf of Penas
[B] Gulf of Paria
[C] Gulf of Darien
[D] Gulf of Venezuela
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Correct Answer: C [Gulf of Darien]
Notes:
Gulf of Darien is located in the southernmost region of the Caribbean Sea between Panama and Colombia. Another gulf, Gulf of Uraba is also located between the provinces of Colombia. Gulf of Darien houses the Atrato River Delta.
