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

Where is Ramoji Film City located?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Chennai

  4. Kolkata
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ramoji Film City is located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

Multiple choice

The ancient Indian observatory of Jantar Mantar is located in which city?

  1. Jaipur

  2. New Delhi

  3. Varanasi

  4. Mumbai
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Jantar Mantar, a remarkable astronomical observatory constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh II, is situated in the city of Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Multiple choice

Which city is known as the 'Gateway of Eastern India' due to its strategic location on the banks of the Ganges River?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kolkata is known as the 'Gateway of Eastern India' due to its strategic location on the banks of the Ganges River.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is home to the largest planetarium in the country?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Nehru Planetarium in Mumbai is the largest planetarium in India. It was built in 1977 and has a seating capacity of over 1,000 people.

Multiple choice

Where are the National Youth Corps (NYC) training centers located?

  1. In every district of India

  2. In every state of India

  3. In every region of India

  4. In every village of India
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The National Youth Corps (NYC) training centers are located in every district of India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a city in India where coaching institutes for IB exams are located?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Kolkata
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Kolkata is not a city in India where coaching institutes for IB exams are located.

Multiple choice

Which lake is located in the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its temple?

  1. Madurai Meenakshi Temple

  2. Thanjavur Brihadeeswarar Temple

  3. Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple

  4. Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Madurai Meenakshi Temple is located in the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings.

Multiple choice

In which Indian city is the NH7 Weekender, a renowned multi-genre music festival, held?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Bengaluru
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Correct answer
Explanation

NH7 Weekender is held in multiple cities across India, including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is known as the hub of punk music in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Bengaluru
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is considered the hub of punk music in India due to its vibrant punk scene and numerous punk bands.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major film production hub in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Kolkata
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Kolkata is not a major film production hub in India. The other three options are the primary centers of film production in the country.

Multiple choice

In which city is the Indian Literature Festival held?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Literature Festival is held in New Delhi, the capital of India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian city is home to the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), one of the world's largest radio telescopes?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Pune
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The GMRT is located near the city of Pune in Maharashtra, India. It is an array of 30 fully steerable parabolic radio telescopes, each 45 meters in diameter.

Multiple choice

In which city is the Samrat Yantra located?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Delhi

  3. Agra

  4. Mumbai
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Explanation

The Samrat Yantra is located in Jaipur, India.

Multiple choice

Which ancient Indian city was known for its advanced water management system, including underground channels and reservoirs?

  1. Mohenjo-daro

  2. Harappa

  3. Dholavira

  4. Kalibangan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mohenjo-daro, an ancient city located in Pakistan, was known for its advanced water management system, including underground channels and reservoirs.

Multiple choice

Which city is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna?

  1. Mathura.

  2. Vrindavan.

  3. Gokul.

  4. Dwarka.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mathura is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna.