Geography of India MCQs

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Geography of India MCQs

Practice Geography of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering physical features, rivers, mountains, plateaus, deserts, climate, soils, agriculture, mineral resources, industries, transportation, population and important geographical facts of India frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #321
Which state is the largest producer of 'Tobacco' in India?
A. Karnataka
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Gujarat

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh is the leading state in tobacco production, primarily in the Guntur region.

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Question #322
The 'Kudremukh National Park' is located in:
A. Karnataka
B. Kerala
C. Maharashtra
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Kudremukh National Park is a prominent protected area located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.

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Question #323
Which Indian state has the highest percentage of its land area as 'cultivable land'?
A. Haryana
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Punjab
D. West Bengal

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Punjab has the highest percentage of its geographical area under cultivation among Indian states.

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Question #324
Which of the following is a major iron-ore mine in Chhattisgarh?
A. Noamundi
B. Kudremukh
C. Mayurbhanj
D. Bailadila

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Bailadila in Chhattisgarh is famous for its high-grade iron ore deposits.

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Question #325
The 'Rani ki Vav' (Queen's Stepwell) is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in:
A. Gujarat
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Rajasthan
D. Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Rani ki Vav is an intricately constructed stepwell located in Patan, Gujarat.

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Question #326
Which state has the lowest sex ratio (2011 Census)?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Haryana
C. Punjab
D. Jammu & Kashmir

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Haryana consistently records the lowest sex ratio in India.

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Question #327
The 'Northeast Monsoon' primarily brings rainfall to which region?
A. Northern plains
B. Malabar coast
C. Konkan coast
D. Coromandel coast

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Coromandel coast (Tamil Nadu) receives its primary rainfall during the Northeast monsoon season.

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Question #328
Which is the most populous city in India?
A. Bengaluru
B. Mumbai
C. Kolkata
D. Delhi

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Mumbai holds the highest urban population in India.

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Question #329
The 'Indira Point' is located in which group of islands?
A. Nicobar
B. Andaman
C. Lakshadweep
D. Pamban

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Indira Point is the southernmost tip of the Nicobar Islands.

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Question #330
Which state produces the most 'Sunflowers'?
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Maharashtra
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Karnataka is the leading producer of sunflower seeds in India.

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Question #331
Which Indian state has the highest forest cover (absolute)?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Arunachal Pradesh
D. Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh has the largest area under forest.

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Question #332
Highest dam in India is:
A. Bhakra
B. Hirakud
C. Tehri
D. Sardar Sarovar

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Tehri Dam is the highest.

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Question #333
Highest sex ratio state (2011)?
A. Karnataka
B. Kerala
C. Puducherry
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Kerala leads.

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Question #334
Which of these is a major iron-ore mine in Jharkhand?
A. Noamundi
B. Kudremukh
C. Mayurbhanj
D. Bailadila

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Noamundi is in Jharkhand.

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Question #335
The 'Silent Valley' is in which state?
A. Karnataka
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Kerala
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Located in Kerala.

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Question #336
Which state produces most 'Rubber'?
A. Assam
B. Karnataka
C. Kerala
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Kerala is the top producer.

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Question #337
The 'Nathula' pass is in?
A. Uttarakhand
B. Sikkim
C. Arunachal
D. Himachal

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Located in Sikkim.

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Question #338
Which city is 'Electronic City'?
A. Pune
B. Hyderabad
C. Bengaluru
D. Chennai

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Bengaluru is Electronic City.

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Question #339
Which is the smallest state?
A. Sikkim
B. Goa
C. Tripura
D. Manipur

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Goa is the smallest.

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Question #340
Which place is the wettest on earth?
A. Cherrapunji
B. Guwahati
C. Gangtok
D. Mawsynram

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Mawsynram is the wettest.

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