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 #601
The 'Kerala' coast is known for:
A. High mountains
B. Backwaters and lagoons
C. Plateaus
D. Desert
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It features scenic waterways.
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Question #602
The 'Singrauli' is famous for:
A. Atomic energy
B. Solar power
C. Coal based power plants
D. Hydro power
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is a major energy hub.
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Question #603
The 'Zoji La' pass is prone to:
A. Snow avalanches
B. Floods
C. Earthquakes only
D. Cyclones
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is a high altitude pass in Kashmir.
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Question #604
The largest number of sheep are in:
A. Karnataka
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It leads in wool production.
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Question #605
The 'Bhitarkanika' is famous for:
A. Tigers only
B. Mangroves and crocodiles
C. Lions
D. Snow leopards
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is a Ramsar site in Odisha.
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Question #606
The 'Tapi' river is also known as:
A. Tapti
B. Dakshin Ganga
C. Ganga of South
D. Sorrow of Bihar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is a west flowing Peninsular river.
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Question #607
The 'Mysore' is famous for:
A. Coal
B. Silk and sandalwood
C. Diamond
D. Iron ore
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It has a rich tradition of silk weaving.
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Question #608
The 'Chambal Project' is a joint venture of:
A. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
B. Gujarat and Maharashtra
C. Andhra and Telangana
D. Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is a multipurpose river valley project.
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Question #609
The 'Andhra Pradesh' has a long coastline along:
A. Bay of Bengal
B. Arabian Sea
C. Indian Ocean
D. Gulf of Mannar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is on the eastern coast.
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Question #610
The 'Kolar Gold Fields' are in:
A. Kerala
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Karnataka
D. Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It was a major gold mining area.
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Question #611
The 'Rajasthan Canal' irrigates:
A. Deccan Plateau
B. Gangetic Plain
C. Western Ghats
D. Thar Desert
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It has brought greenery to arid regions.
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Question #612
The 'Manas' wildlife sanctuary is in:
A. West Bengal
B. Assam
C. Karnataka
D. Odisha
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and tiger reserve.
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Question #613
The 'Godavari' delta is known for:
A. Tea
B. Jute
C. Rice cultivation
D. Cotton
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is one of the most productive deltas.
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Question #614
The 'Shimla' is the capital of:
A. Uttarakhand
B. Jammu and Kashmir
C. Sikkim
D. Himachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is a popular hill station.
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Question #615
The 'Bhilai' steel plant gets iron ore from:
A. Bailadila
B. Dalli-Rajhara
C. Singhbhum
D. Khetri
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is located nearby in Chhattisgarh.
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Question #616
The 'Lakshadweep' islands are:
A. Coral islands
B. Tectonic islands
C. Volcanic islands
D. Continental islands
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
They are atolls and coral formations.
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Question #617
The 'Yamuna' joins the Ganga at:
A. Haridwar
B. Kanpur
C. Patna
D. Prayagraj
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is the second largest tributary.
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Question #618
The 'Coimbatore' is known as:
A. Detroit of India
B. Manchester of South India
C. Silicon Valley
D. Pink City
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is a major textile and industrial centre.
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Question #619
The 'Pune' is an important centre for:
A. Coal
B. Jute
C. Cotton only
D. Automobile and IT
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is a major educational and industrial hub.
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Question #620
The 'Naini' lake is in:
A. Udaipur
B. Nainital
C. Mysore
D. Srinagar
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is a famous tourist attraction.
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