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

Where is the Narmada Hydroproject?

  1. Maharashtra & M.P.

  2. Gujarat & M.P.

  3. Maharashtra & Gujarat

  4. U.P. & M.P.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Narmada Valley Project is a large-scale multi-purpose project involving the states of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, but the primary dam (Sardar Sarovar) is located in Gujarat and benefits Madhya Pradesh significantly.

Multiple choice

Where is Raniganj situated?

  1. Bihar

  2. West Bengal

  3. M.P.

  4. Maharashtra
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Raniganj is a major coalfield located in the Asansol and Durgapur subdivisions of the Paschim Bardhaman district in West Bengal.

Multiple choice

The Koyali oil refinery is located in

  1. Assam

  2. Gujarat

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Tripura
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Koyali refinery, also known as the Gujarat Refinery, is located near Vadodara in the state of Gujarat.

Multiple choice

Chandipur is situated in

  1. Madhay Pardesh

  2. Punjab

  3. Orissa

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

Chandipur is a beach resort in the Baleswar district of Odisha (formerly Orissa), India.

Multiple choice

Gulmarg is in the state of

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Himachal pardesh

  3. Jharkhand

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Gulmarg is a famous hill station and skiing destination located in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Multiple choice

Jamshedpur is in

  1. M.P

  2. Jharkhand

  3. Bihar

  4. Orissa
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Jamshedpur is a major industrial city located in the state of Jharkhand, India. It is famously known as the 'Steel City'.

Multiple choice

Punjab Technical University is located at

  1. Patiala

  2. Chandigarh

  3. Jalandhar

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

I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (PTU) is a state technical university located in Jalandhar, Punjab.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the longest National Highway of India?

  1. National Highway number 3

  2. National Highway number 5

  3. National Highway number 7

  4. National Highway number 9
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

National Highway 7 (NH 7) was the longest national highway in India, connecting Varanasi to Kanyakumari. Note that highway numbering has since been revised.

Multiple choice

As an outcome of the construction of the Indira Sagar Dam, many families from this town Harsud had to relocate themselves as they were facing the imminent fear of getting drowned. Can you identify the name of the state in which this town is located?

  1. Gujrat

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Maharashtra
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Harsud is a town located in the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, which was submerged due to the Indira Sagar Dam project.

Multiple choice

Sariska centuary is located in

  1. Karnataka

  2. J&K

  3. Rajasthan

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

Sariska Tiger Reserve is located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan.