Geography ยท General Awareness

Indian Cities and Places

5,137 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

What is the name of the studio complex located at Annapurna Film City?

  1. Annapurna Studios

  2. Ramoji Film City

  3. Film City Mumbai

  4. Yash Raj Studios
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Annapurna Studios is the studio complex located at Annapurna Film City.

Multiple choice

In which city is the Space Applications Centre (SAC) headquartered?

  1. Ahmedabad

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Mumbai
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Explanation

SAC is headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

Multiple choice

The Shore Temple is located in which city?

  1. Chennai

  2. Madurai

  3. Kanchipuram

  4. Mahabalipuram
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Explanation

The Shore Temple is located in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is considered to be a hub for Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Explanation

Mumbai is considered to be a hub for Indian Lounge Music.

Multiple choice

Which city in India is famous for its kebabs?

  1. Lucknow

  2. Delhi

  3. Mumbai

  4. Kolkata
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Explanation

Lucknow is famous for its kebabs. The city is home to many kebab shops, and the kebabs are often served with a variety of chutneys and sauces.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is NOT included in the list of million-plus cities in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Explanation

Chennai is not included in the list of million-plus cities in India. Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata are the three million-plus cities in the country.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Bengaluru

  4. Hyderabad
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bengaluru is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India' due to its concentration of high-tech industries and startups.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Joy'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kolkata is known as the 'City of Joy' due to its vibrant culture, art, and literature.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'Pink City'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Jaipur

  4. Hyderabad
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Jaipur is known as the 'Pink City' due to the use of pink sandstone in its buildings.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Nizams'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Chennai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hyderabad is known as the 'City of Nizams' due to its historical association with the Nizam dynasty.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Lakes'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Udaipur

  4. Srinagar
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Explanation

Udaipur is known as the 'City of Lakes' due to its numerous lakes, including Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar Lake.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Gardens'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Bengaluru

  4. Mysuru
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bengaluru is known as the 'City of Gardens' due to its numerous parks and gardens, including Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Dreams'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai
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Explanation

Mumbai is known as the 'City of Dreams' due to its association with the Bollywood film industry and its reputation as a city of opportunity.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Nawabs'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Lucknow

  4. Hyderabad
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Explanation

Lucknow is known as the 'City of Nawabs' due to its historical association with the Nawabs of Awadh.

Multiple choice

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Temples'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Varanasi

  4. Madurai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Varanasi is known as the 'City of Temples' due to its numerous temples, including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.