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 history language, writing and great books achievements in science and technology india's achievements in science and technology science and technology

The place where India conducted its first nuclear test was

  1. Kota

  2. Ajmer

  3. Pokhran

  4. Barmer
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The first nuclear test was conducted in Pokhran.

It is a remote location in the Thar Desert region and served as the test site for India's first underground nuclear weapon detonation.

Multiple choice history contribution of madhya pradesh in freedom struggle the age of industrialisation emerging from the shadow of china the nationalist movement in indo-china

From which of the following city of Madhya Pradesh the Jhanda Satyagraha was started?

  1. Indore

  2. Sagar

  3. Jabalpur

  4. Bhopal
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Explanation

The Jhanda Satyagraha, a protest involving the hoisting of the national flag, began in Jabalpur in 1923 and spread to other parts of the country.

Multiple choice history contribution of madhya pradesh in freedom struggle the age of industrialisation emerging from the shadow of china the nationalist movement in indo-china

Which firing incidence of Madhya Pradesh is called 'Jallianwala Bagh of Madhya Pradesh? 

  1. Tulria Forest firing

  2. Ghoda Dhongri Forest firing

  3. Charan Paduka firing

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Charan Paduka massacre, which occurred in 1931 when British forces opened fire on a peaceful gathering, is often referred to as the Jallianwala Bagh of Madhya Pradesh.

Multiple choice development of industrial sector and major industries in karnataka industries of karnataka geography

Which place is called the 'Manchester of Karnataka'?

  1. Kalaburagi

  2. Davanagere

  3. Hubballi

  4. Mysuru
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Davangere is called as Manchester of Karnataka. It is called so due to its numerous cotton mills, many of which were of national and international repute. Availability of cotton led to the establishment of many cotton mills in the city. 

Multiple choice geography mineral and energy resources - ii mineral resources - coal - introduction mining mineral fuels

Which one of the following places is known for lignite deposits?

  1. Khetri

  2. Neyveli

  3. Bailadila

  4. Bokaro
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B Correct answer
Explanation
  • Neyveli is located 62 kilometres (39 mi) inland from Bay of Bengal, west of Pondicherry and 197 kilometres (122 mi) south of Chennai. 
  • The town was developed in 1956 after the establishment of Neyveli Lignite Corporation, a public sector enterprise.
  • NLC India Limited is a government-owned lignite mining and power generating company in India.
  • NLC operates the largest open-pit lignite mines in India.
Multiple choice geography mineral and energy resources - ii mineral resources - coal - introduction mining mineral fuels

Which one of the following places is known for lignite?

  1. Palana

  2. Khetri

  3. Hazratabasti

  4. Korba
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Explanation

Palana is a village in the district of Bikaner and is famous for mining of lignite in that area. Rajasthan is a prosperous state not only in minerals but recently oil has also been found. One can get copper, marble, gypsum and even gold in many areas of Rajasthan.

Multiple choice geography mineral and energy resources - ii mineral resources - coal - introduction mining mineral fuels

Which of the following is NOT a coal field?

  1. Raniganj

  2. Jharia

  3. Mosabani

  4. Korba
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Explanation
  • Musabani also spelled as Mosabani or Mushabani, it is a census town in Purbi Singhbhum district in the Indian state of Jharkhand. It is famous for its copper mines.
  • Raniganj Coalfield is primarily located in the Asansol and Durgapur subdivisions of the Paschim Bardhaman district of West Bengal.
  • Jharia Coalfield is a large coal field located in the east of India in Jharia, Jharkhand.
  • Korba Coalfield is located in Korba district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh in the basin of the Hasdeo River, a tributary of the Mahanadi.
Multiple choice political science local self-government-urban local self - government - urban local self government - urban local self government- urban

Tehsildar basically works in a  __________ and is a part of the district administration.

  1. Tehsil

  2. Region

  3. State

  4. None of these
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Explanation

District is divided into various small regions called Tehsil for smooth and easier administration and for implementation of the law and order. Just like DC heads a district a Tehsildar heads the tehsil. He is administrative head of the tehsil.