Geography ยท 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

Multiple choice

Which highway connects Mumbai to Pune?

  1. NH 48

  2. NH 66

  3. NH 50

  4. NH 3
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NH 48, also known as the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, is the primary road connecting the financial capital, Mumbai, to the cultural city of Pune.

Multiple choice

Which city is connected to Surat by NH 48?

  1. Vadodara

  2. Ahmedabad

  3. Rajkot

  4. Surat
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NH 48, also known as the Delhi-Mumbai Highway, connects the national capital, Delhi, to the financial capital, Mumbai, and passes through the industrial city of Vadodara.

Multiple choice

The Kumbh Mela is held in which city?

  1. Allahabad

  2. Haridwar

  3. Ujjain

  4. Nashik
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The Kumbh Mela is held in four cities on a rotating basis: Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major city located on the Eastern Coastal Plain?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Chennai

  3. Visakhapatnam

  4. Surat
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Explanation

Surat is located on the Western Coastal Plain, not the Eastern Coastal Plain.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a major city located on the Western Coastal Plain?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Surat

  3. Mangalore

  4. Hyderabad
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Explanation

Hyderabad is located on the Deccan Plateau, not the Western Coastal Plain.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is known as the "Food Capital of India" and is famous for its street food?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is often referred to as the "Food Capital of India" and is renowned for its diverse street food.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is famous for its "chaat" dishes, a variety of savory snacks and street food?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Delhi, the capital of India, is renowned for its chaat dishes, which include a variety of savory snacks and street food.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Lucknow
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Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is renowned for its chaat, particularly the famous 'Aloo Tikki Chaat' and 'Gol Gappe'.

Multiple choice

What is the capital of Lakshadweep?

  1. Kavaratti

  2. Agatti

  3. Kadmat

  4. Amini
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Kavaratti is the capital of Lakshadweep and is located on the island of the same name.

Multiple choice

What was the capital of the Maratha Confederacy?

  1. Pune

  2. Satara

  3. Kolhapur

  4. Mumbai
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Explanation

Satara was the capital of the Maratha Confederacy from 1707 to 1749.

Multiple choice

Which city in Gujarat is renowned for its annual Garba competition, attracting participants from across the country?

  1. Ahmedabad

  2. Surat

  3. Vadodara

  4. Rajkot
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Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat, is renowned for its annual Garba competition, which draws participants from across the country and showcases the vibrant spirit of the dance.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is renowned for its street food and vibrant music scene?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is famous for its diverse street food and lively music scene, making it a popular destination for food and music enthusiasts.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Delhi

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

Multiple choice

Which ancient Indian city is known as the 'City of Dreams'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Mumbai is often referred to as the 'City of Dreams' due to its association with the Bollywood film industry and its reputation as a city where people come to pursue their dreams.

Multiple choice

Which studio complex in Mumbai is popularly known as Bollywood Film City?

  1. Film City, Goregaon

  2. Filmistan Studio, Goregaon

  3. Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad

  4. Yash Raj Studios, Mumbai
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Film City, located in Goregaon, Mumbai, is the largest film studio complex in India and is often referred to as Bollywood Film City.