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 #721
The 'Ladakh' is characterized by:
A. Mangroves
B. Heavy monsoon
C. High altitude and low precipitation
D. Tropical forests
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is a cold desert region.
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Question #722
The 'Kaveri' is sacred to the people of:
A. North India
B. Northeast
C. West India
D. South India
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is worshipped as a holy river.
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Question #723
The 'Paradip' port has been developed as:
A. Passenger only
B. Deep draft port
C. Riverine port
D. Fishing harbour
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It can handle large vessels.
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Question #724
The 'Mawsynram' is located near:
A. Cherrapunji
B. Aizawl
C. Shillong
D. Guwahati
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Both are known for extreme rainfall.
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Question #725
The 'Barauni' is strategically located for:
A. Northern mountains
B. Western region
C. Eastern region supply
D. Southern ports
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It serves Bihar and nearby states.
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Question #726
The 'Western Ghats' are a UNESCO:
A. World Heritage Site
B. Ramsar site only
C. Desert
D. Tiger reserve
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
For their biodiversity.
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Question #727
The 'Uttar Pradesh' is known for:
A. Largest desert
B. Coastal length
C. Largest population and sugarcane
D. Highest peaks
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It dominates in demographic and agricultural terms.
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Question #728
The 'Godavari' supports major irrigation in:
A. Telangana and Andhra
B. Karnataka only
C. Maharashtra only
D. Kerala
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Its projects benefit southern states.
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Question #729
The 'Rajasthan' borders:
A. Myanmar
B. China
C. Pakistan
D. Nepal
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It has the longest land border with Pakistan.
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Question #730
The 'Brahmaputra' is prone to:
A. Tidal waves
B. Severe flooding
C. Cyclones
D. Drought
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Due to heavy rainfall and sediment load.
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Question #731
The 'Surat' diamond industry is known for:
A. Export only
B. Import only
C. Mining
D. Cutting and polishing
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It processes rough diamonds from various sources.
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Question #732
The 'Ladakh' features:
A. Backwaters
B. High altitude lakes like Pangong
C. Mangroves
D. Coral reefs
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It has unique highland water bodies.
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Question #733
The 'Kaveri' dispute involves primarily:
A. Fisheries
B. Navigation
C. Water sharing between riparian states
D. Border
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is a classic inter-state river conflict.
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Question #734
The 'Paradip' is strategically important for:
A. Oil import
B. Mineral export from eastern India
C. Fishing
D. Passenger traffic
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It serves the mineral rich hinterland.
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Question #735
The 'Mawsynram' phenomenon is due to:
A. Orographic lift of Bay of Bengal branch
B. Local convection
C. Western disturbances
D. Cyclonic depression
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The hills force moisture to condense heavily.
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Question #736
The 'Barauni' industrial area includes:
A. Refinery and fertilizer units
B. Automobile
C. Textile only
D. Electronics
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is a key industrial node in eastern India.
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Question #737
The 'Western Ghats' extend from:
A. Rajasthan to Odisha
B. Kerala to Andhra
C. Gujarat to Tamil Nadu
D. Himachal to Arunachal
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
They form a continuous chain along the west.
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Question #738
The 'Uttar Pradesh' contributes significantly to:
A. National food grain production
B. Marine fisheries
C. High altitude farming
D. Coastal trade
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is a major agricultural state.
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Question #739
The 'Godavari' is the longest river of the:
A. Himalayas
B. Desert region
C. Northeast
D. Peninsula
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It drains a vast area of the Deccan.
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Question #740
The 'Rajasthan' is unique for having:
A. The only desert in India
B. Largest coastline
C. Snow peaks
D. Highest rainfall
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Thar is the prominent desert.
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