Geography · General Awareness

Indian Cities and Places

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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

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The college of agricultural banking is located at ___________.

  1. Chennai

  2. Pune

  3. New Delhi

  4. Mumbai
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The College of Agricultural Banking was set up by RBI  in the Pune city of Maharashtra to educate rural people regarding agricultural banking and other related fields.

Multiple choice

The Jai Prakash Yantra, a large equinoctial sundial, is located in:

  1. Jaipur

  2. Delhi

  3. Ujjain

  4. Varanasi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Jai Prakash Yantra is located in Jaipur, India, and is a large equinoctial sundial.

Multiple choice

Which city is famous for its dosa?

  1. Chennai

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Bangalore

  4. Mysore
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Chennai is famous for its dosa, a thin pancake made with fermented rice and lentils.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is known as the 'Gateway of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Delhi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mumbai is commonly referred to as the 'Gateway of India' due to its historical significance as a major port city.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the dedicated freight corridor being developed in India?

  1. Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor

  2. Western Dedicated Freight Corridor

  3. Northern Dedicated Freight Corridor

  4. Southern Dedicated Freight Corridor
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor is a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing freight transportation efficiency in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is known as the 'City of Joy'?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi
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Explanation

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is often referred to as the 'City of Joy' due to its vibrant culture and rich history.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the major expressway connecting Delhi and Mumbai?

  1. Yamuna Expressway

  2. Mumbai-Pune Expressway

  3. Golden Quadrilateral

  4. National Highway 8
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D Correct answer
Explanation

National Highway 8, also known as the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, is a high-speed expressway connecting the national capital, Delhi, with the financial hub, Mumbai.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is known as the 'Pink City'?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi
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Explanation

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is popularly known as the 'Pink City' due to the distinctive pink color of its buildings.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the major expressway connecting Chennai and Bangalore?

  1. Chennai-Bangalore Expressway

  2. Mumbai-Pune Expressway

  3. Golden Quadrilateral

  4. National Highway 4
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Chennai-Bangalore Expressway is a high-speed expressway under construction, aiming to reduce travel time between the two cities.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is home to the Sports Technology Innovation Hub?

  1. Bengaluru

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Mumbai

  4. New Delhi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sports Technology Innovation Hub is located in Bengaluru, India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is known as the 'Gateway of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Delhi
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Explanation

Mumbai is known as the 'Gateway of India' due to its strategic location as a major port city and its role as a hub for international trade.

Multiple choice

Which city in India is known for its affordable street food?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Explanation

Mumbai is renowned for its diverse and delicious street food, which can be enjoyed at a fraction of the cost of a restaurant meal.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a free activity that can be enjoyed in the city of Chennai?

  1. Visiting the Marina Beach

  2. Going to the zoo

  3. Taking a walk in the park

  4. Visiting a museum
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Explanation

Visiting the Marina Beach, the second longest beach in the world, is a great way to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze without spending any money.

Multiple choice

Which city is known as the 'Railway Capital of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kolkata is known as the 'Railway Capital of India' because it is the headquarters of the Indian Railways.

Multiple choice

Which is the busiest railway station in India?

  1. Mumbai Central

  2. New Delhi

  3. Howrah Junction

  4. Chennai Central
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Howrah Junction is the busiest railway station in India, handling over 1,200 trains per day.