Geography

Indian Geography

2,396 Questions

Indian Geography questions test knowledge of states, capitals, hill stations, transport networks, and physical landmarks. This topic covers various regional features and important geographic locations across India. It is frequently tested in competitive examinations like SSC CGL, RRB NTPC, and State PSCs.

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Indian Geography Questions

Multiple choice
  1. Shillong

  2. Shimla

  3. Gangtok

  4. Guwahati

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Butterfly Museum is indeed located in Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. It's a well-known attraction featuring various butterfly species from the region.

Multiple choice
  1. Bihar

  2. Sikkim

  3. Nepal

  4. Uttar Pradesh

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, is located in present-day Nepal. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important pilgrimage destination for Buddhists worldwide.

Multiple choice
  1. Silchar

  2. Talwandi

  3. Lahore

  4. Rawalpindi

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, was born in 1469 at Rai Bhoi Ki Talwandi (now known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan). The village was renamed Nankana Sahib in honor of Guru Nanak, who spent his early life there before beginning his spiritual journeys.

Multiple choice
  1. Kalinjar

  2. Khajuraho

  3. Jhansi

  4. Mahoba

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Chandela dynasty, famous for building the Khajuraho temples, had their capital at Mahoba in Bundelkhand (modern-day Madhya Pradesh). Mahoba served as their political and administrative center from the 9th to 12th centuries.

Multiple choice
  1. a, b, c and d

  2. a, b and c

  3. a, b and d

  4. a, c and d

  5. b, c and d

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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer. Himalayan region has high relief, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities. Western Ghats could only be passed through the gaps or passes. Western Rajasthan had sandy plains. These areas among many others in India were difficult for the IR to lay lines in.

Multiple choice
  1. Anandpur Sahib

  2. Kartarpur

  3. Talwandi

  4. Sultanpur Lodhi

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, was associated with Kartarpur (where he settled), Talwandi (his birthplace, now Nankana Sahib), and Sultanpur Lodhi (where he worked). Anandpur Sahib was established later by Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru.

Multiple choice
  1. Baluchistan

  2. Sindh

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Punjab

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Punjab was the first permanent home of the Aryans when they entered India. The region known as Sapta Sindhu (land of seven rivers) - comprising Punjab and parts of neighboring areas - is described in the Rigveda as the earliest Aryan settlement. The fertile plains of Punjab, with its five rivers (Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej), provided ideal conditions for the agricultural Aryans to settle before they expanded eastward.

Multiple choice
  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Punjab

  4. Bihar

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar, which is in the present-day state of Gujarat. He was born on October 2, 1869, in a merchant family. Gujarat remained central to his life's work, including the establishment of ashrams there.

Multiple choice
  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Maharastra

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shivpuri National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh, established in 1958 and known for its tiger reserve. The park was named after Lord Shivpuri, a local ruler, and is part of the central Indian highlands ecosystem.