Scientific and Geographical Societies in India
This quiz evaluates your knowledge about major scientific and geographical societies in India, including the Geographical Society of India, Indian National Science Academy, and Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science.
Questions
Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which of the following is the oldest geographical society in India?
- Indian National Science Academy
- Geographical Society of India
- Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science
- National Institute of Science Education and Research
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Where is the headquarters of the Geographical Society of India located?
- Kolkata
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Chennai
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Who was the first president of the Geographical Society of India?
- Lord William Bentinck
- Sir John Malcolm
- Sir Alexander Burnes
- Sir Henry Pottinger
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
What is the primary objective of the Geographical Society of India?
- To promote geographical research and education in India
- To disseminate geographical knowledge to the public
- To organize geographical expeditions and surveys
- All of the above
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which of the following is not a publication of the Geographical Society of India?
- The Geographical Journal
- The Indian Geographer
- The Journal of the Indian National Science Academy
- The National Geographical Journal of India