Geography ยท General Awareness

Indian Cities and Places

4,858 Questions

Knowledge of Indian cities and places is a crucial component of general awareness, testing a candidate on state capitals, historical landmarks, and regional nicknames. Questions often cover the locations of premier research institutes, corporate headquarters, and major transportation hubs. This hub provides practice questions to help candidates memorize geographical facts for upcoming competitive exams.

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Indian Cities and Places Questions

Multiple choice

Which neighborhood in Bhopal is known for its lakes?

  1. Upper Lake

  2. Lower Lake

  3. Van Vihar National Park

  4. Bhojpur Temple
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Upper Lake is a neighborhood in Bhopal known for its lakes.

Multiple choice

Which neighborhood in Kanpur is known for its leather industry?

  1. Jajmau

  2. Sisamau

  3. Govind Nagar

  4. Bithoor
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Jajmau is a neighborhood in Kanpur known for its leather industry.

Multiple choice

Where is SRFTI located?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. New Delhi
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SRFTI is located in Kolkata, West Bengal, the hometown of Satyajit Ray.

Multiple choice

Where did Kalighat Painting originate?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Delhi

  4. Chennai
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Explanation

Kalighat Painting originated in the Kalighat area of Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Multiple choice

The National Geographical Research Institute (NGRI) is located in which city?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Bangalore

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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The National Geographical Research Institute (NGRI) is located in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Multiple choice

The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) is located in which city?

  1. Dehradun

  2. Nainital

  3. Mussoorie

  4. Haridwar
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The Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Multiple choice

The National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) is located in which city?

  1. Goa

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Visakhapatnam
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The National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) is located in Goa.

Multiple choice

The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) is located in which city?

  1. Pune

  2. Mumbai

  3. Bangalore

  4. Hyderabad
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The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) is located in Pune, Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

The National Institute of Hydrology (NIH) is located in which city?

  1. Roorkee

  2. Haridwar

  3. Dehradun

  4. Nainital
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The National Institute of Hydrology (NIH) is located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand.

Multiple choice

In which city is the Jantar Mantar located?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Delhi

  3. Agra

  4. Mumbai
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The Jantar Mantar is located in the city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city was the first headquarters of the East India Company?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Surat
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Surat was the first headquarters of the East India Company in India. The company established a factory in Surat in 1612.

Multiple choice

Which city is known as the 'Garden City of India'?

  1. Bengaluru

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Mysuru

  4. Chennai
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Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, is often referred to as the 'Garden City of India' due to its abundance of green spaces, parks, and tree-lined avenues.

Multiple choice

Which city in India is known for its numerous lakes and parks, earning it the nickname 'City of Lakes'?

  1. Udaipur

  2. Jaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Bhopal
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Udaipur, located in Rajasthan, is known as the 'City of Lakes' due to its numerous natural and artificial lakes, as well as its beautiful parks and gardens. It is a popular tourist destination for its scenic beauty and cultural heritage.

Multiple choice

Which park in Bengaluru is known for its butterfly garden and rose garden?

  1. Lalbagh Botanical Garden

  2. Cubbon Park

  3. Bannerghatta National Park

  4. Hebbal Lake Park
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Lalbagh Botanical Garden is a historic park in Bengaluru, known for its diverse collection of plants, including a butterfly garden and a rose garden. It is a popular spot for picnics, jogging, and nature walks.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the park in Mumbai that offers panoramic views of the city skyline?

  1. Sanjay Gandhi National Park

  2. Borivali National Park

  3. Aarey Milk Colony

  4. Nehru Planetarium Park
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Nehru Planetarium Park is a popular park in Mumbai, located on a hilltop in Worli. It offers panoramic views of the city skyline, including the iconic Marine Drive and the Arabian Sea. It is a popular spot for picnics, jogging, and enjoying the sunset.