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
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ADYAR - KELAMBAKKAM
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CHETPET-CMBT
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VELACHERY-CMBT
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NONE
A
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Explanation
Chennai bus M5 runs from Adyar to Kelambakkam, which is option A. The other options list incorrect route pairs for M5.
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GUINDY-CHEMMENCHERY
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AMBATTUR-ADYAR
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CMBT-ICF
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NONE
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Chennai bus M119 runs from Guindy to Chemmenchery, which is option A. The other options list incorrect route pairs for M119.
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Matheran
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Mumbai
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Darjeeling
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Mahableshwar
B
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Explanation
The Factories Act, 1948 is a central legislation that extends to the whole of India. Being a parliamentary act, its territorial applicability covers all states and union territories, ensuring uniform safety standards across the country. States can however make amendments with central approval.
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Agra
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Ahmadabad
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Lucknow
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Kolkata
C
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Explanation
Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is situated on the banks of the Gomati River. Agra is on the Yamuna, Ahmedabad is on the Sabarmati, and Kolkata is on the Hooghly.
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Calcutta
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Mumbai
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Bangalore
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Coimbatore
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Bangalore is known as the 'Silver Platter City' due to its elevation and geography. The city is situated on the Deccan Plateau at an average elevation of about 900 meters (3,000 feet) above sea level, giving it a plateau-like appearance. The nickname 'Silver Platter' refers to this elevated, flat terrain. The other cities listed - Calcutta, Mumbai, and Coimbatore - are not known by this specific nickname.
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Visnagar
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Tatanagar
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Jamshedpur
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Adipur
C
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Explanation
Jamshedpur is named after Jamsetji Tata, founder of Tata Steel and the visionary who established the city in 1919. It is India's first planned industrial city. While Tatanagar is associated with Tata, Jamshedpur is the actual city named after the founder.
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Bangalore
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Kolkata
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Delhi
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Mumbai
B
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Explanation
Eden Gardens, one of cricket's most iconic venues, is located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It is India's biggest cricket stadium and has hosted many historic matches. Bangalore, Delhi, and Mumbai have their own famous grounds but not Eden Gardens.
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Bilaspur
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Tata Nagar
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Mussourie
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Gangtok
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Gangtok has been the capital of Sikkim since before the state's merger with India in 1975. Located in the Himalayan mountains, it serves as the administrative, cultural, and economic center of India's second smallest state by population.
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Shillong
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Siliguri
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Itanagar
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Imphal
A
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Explanation
Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya, known as the 'Abode of Clouds'. Siliguri is in West Bengal, Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh, and Imphal is the capital of Manipur.
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Divuda
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Aizwal
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Nalanda
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Patna
B
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Explanation
Aizwal (Aizawl) is the capital of Mizoram. Divuda is not a major Indian city, Nalanda is an ancient site in Bihar, and Patna is the capital of Bihar.
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Spencers
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Subhiksha
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Pantaloons
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Big Bazaar
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London
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New york
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New delhi
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Mumbai
A
Correct answer
Explanation
India House was a revolutionary organization and student residence established in London (1905-1910) that became a center for Indian nationalist activists. It served as a hub for political organizing and pro-independence activities among Indian students in Britain, most notably associated with figures like Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.
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Mumbai
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Pune
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Nashik
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Shirdi
C
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Explanation
Nashik is correct. Nashik is known as the religious capital of Maharashtra because it has numerous temples and is one of the four cities in India that host the Kumbh Mela (the world's largest religious gathering). The city is home to the famous Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple and is situated on the banks of the Godavari River, which is considered sacred in Hinduism.
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Delhi
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Surat
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Mumbai
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Kolkata
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Kolkata is correct. The 'City of Joy' is a popular nickname for Kolkata, coined by Dominique Lapierre in his book 'The City of Joy: Living with the Poor.' The name reflects the vibrant spirit, cultural richness, and resilience of the city and its people despite challenges. Kolkata is also known as the 'Cultural Capital of India.'