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 general knowledge
  1. Darjeeling

  2. Shimla

  3. Dehradun

  4. Ambala

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Shimla has served as the capital of Himachal Pradesh since the state's creation in 1971. Originally a summer capital of British India, it continues as the administrative center of this Himalayan state, known for its colonial architecture and mountain tourism.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Kolkatta

  2. Malda

  3. Kohima

  4. Japlaiguri

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Kohima is the capital city of Nagaland, one of the northeastern states of India. Kolkatta (Kolkata) is the capital of West Bengal, Malda is a district in West Bengal, and Japlaiguri (Jalpaiguri) is a city in West Bengal.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Gurgaon

  2. Jalandhar

  3. Thimpu

  4. Agartala

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Agartala is the capital of Tripura, a northeastern state of India. Gurgaon (Gurugram) is in Haryana, Jalandhar is in Punjab, and Thimpu is the capital of Bhutan (not an Indian state).

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. True

  2. False

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

True is correct. CH is the standard vehicle registration code for Chandigarh. As a union territory serving as the capital of both Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh uses CH as its official vehicle registration code, which appears on number plates of vehicles registered in the territory.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Itanagar

  2. Bhismaknagar

  3. Kohima

  4. Bomdila

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh, established in 1978 when the state was carved out of Assam. Bhismaknagar and Bomdila are important historical towns in the state, while Kohima is the capital of neighboring Nagaland.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Tezpur

  2. Guwahati

  3. Dispur

  4. Barpeta

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Dispur is the capital of Assam, located within the city of Guwahati. While Guwahati is the largest city and major commercial hub of Assam, Dispur serves as the administrative capital. Tezpur and Barpeta are other important cities in Assam but not the capital.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Kullu

  2. Shimla

  3. Dalhousie

  4. Manali

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. It served as the summer capital of British India and remains the administrative center of the state today. Kullu, Dalhousie, and Manali are popular hill stations but not state capitals.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Guwahati

  2. Imphal

  3. Bishnupur

  4. Nainital

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Imphal is the capital of Manipur. It is the largest city in Manipur and serves as its administrative center. Guwahati is a major city in Assam, Bishnupur is a town in Manipur and West Bengal, and Nainital is a hill station in Uttarakhand.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Shillong

  2. Kohima

  3. Jakrem

  4. Guwahati

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya. It was also the capital of undivided Assam before Meghalaya became a separate state in 1972. Kohima is the capital of Nagaland, Jakrem is a town in Meghalaya, and Guwahati is a major city in Assam.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Imphal

  2. Dimapur

  3. Kohima

  4. Aizwal

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Kohima is the capital of Nagaland. It has been the capital since Nagaland became a state in 1963. Imphal is the capital of Manipur, Dimapur is the largest city in Nagaland but not its capital, and Aizwal is the capital of Mizoram.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Agartala

  2. Uchoi

  3. Dehradun

  4. Porvorim

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agartala is the capital and largest city of Tripura, a state in Northeast India. Uchoi is not a major city, while Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and Porvorim is in Goa.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Allahabad

  2. Varanasi

  3. Lucknow

  4. Kanpur

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lucknow has been the capital of Uttar Pradesh since 1947. Allahabad (now Prayagraj) and Varanasi are major cities but not capitals, while Kanpur is an industrial hub.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. A district in Chandigarh

  2. Bodo areas in Assam

  3. Darjeeling Gorkha Hills

  4. Lemu clan in Arunachal Pradesh

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Darjeeling Gorkha Hill Council received Sixth Schedule status under the Constitution, granting it autonomous territorial council status. This provides special administrative provisions for the Gorkha community in the Darjeeling region of West Bengal.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Khorkov

  2. Khajuraho

  3. Jerusalem

  4. Ajantha caves

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Khajuraho, located in Chhatarpur district of Bundelkhand region in Madhya Pradesh, is famous for its group of Hindu and Jain temples including the Mahadev Temple. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for their architectural style and erotic sculptures. These temples were built between 950 and 1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty.