Geography of India MCQs

Geography GK

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.

820
Total Questions

Practice Questions

Page 30 of 41
Question #581
The 'Nokrek' biosphere reserve is in:
A. Manipur
B. Nagaland
C. Meghalaya
D. Arunachal Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It is a UNESCO biosphere reserve.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #582
The 'Rajasthan' receives maximum rainfall from:
A. Northeast Monsoon
B. Southwest Monsoon
C. Cyclones
D. Western Disturbances in winter

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Eastern parts receive monsoon rains while west is arid.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #583
The largest producer of manganese is:
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Maharashtra
C. Odisha
D. Karnataka

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It leads in manganese ore production.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #584
The 'Bhavani' is a tributary of:
A. Pennar
B. Godavari
C. Cauvery
D. Krishna

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It is an important river in Tamil Nadu.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #585
The 'Diu' island is separated from mainland by:
A. A mountain
B. A creek
C. A river
D. A wide channel

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
It is connected by a bridge.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #586
The 'Naga' tribes are mainly found in:
A. Meghalaya
B. Nagaland
C. Mizoram
D. Manipur

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
They have rich cultural traditions.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #587
The 'Jog Falls' is on the river:
A. Sharavati
B. Godavari
C. Cauvery
D. Krishna

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
It is one of the highest waterfalls in India.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #588
The 'Mumbai' is located on the:
A. Eastern coast
B. Western coast
C. Deccan Plateau
D. Northern plains

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
It is the financial capital on the Arabian Sea.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #589
The 'Chambal' river is famous for:
A. Glacial origin
B. Tidal bore
C. Badland topography
D. Delta formation

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It has deep ravines and gorges.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #590
The largest producer of groundnut is:
A. Gujarat
B. Rajasthan
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
It leads in oilseed production.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #591
The 'Lushai Hills' are in:
A. Nagaland
B. Mizoram
C. Meghalaya
D. Manipur

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
They are part of the eastern hill ranges.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #592
The 'Vijayawada' is located on the river:
A. Krishna
B. Cauvery
C. Pennar
D. Godavari

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
It is an important city in Andhra Pradesh.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #593
The 'Kerala' has the highest density of:
A. Mangroves
B. Bamboo
C. Coconut trees
D. Teak forests

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Coconut is a major crop.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #594
The 'Barauni' refinery is in:
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. West Bengal
D. Jharkhand

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
It processes crude oil from eastern regions.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #595
The 'Araku Valley' is famous for:
A. Tea
B. Silk
C. Coffee and tribal culture
D. Cotton

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It is a scenic hill station in Andhra Pradesh.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #596
The 'Tawang' is in:
A. Arunachal Pradesh
B. Nagaland
C. Meghalaya
D. Sikkim

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
It has a famous monastery.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #597
The 'Kosi' river is known as:
A. Dakshin Ganga
B. Sorrow of Bihar
C. Ganga of South
D. lifeline of Gujarat

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Due to frequent floods and course changes.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #598
The largest producer of soyabean is:
A. Rajasthan
B. Maharashtra
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It leads in oilseed production.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #599
The 'Dandakaranya' project was for:
A. Irrigation
B. Tourism
C. Wildlife conservation
D. Rehabilitation of refugees

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
It aimed at settling East Pakistan refugees.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India
Question #600
The 'Pamban' bridge is also called:
A. Annai Indira Gandhi Bridge
B. Bandra-Worli
C. Howrah Bridge
D. Bogibeel

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
It connects Rameswaram island.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Geography of India