Geography

Indian Geography

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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 civics the president and the central council of ministers council of ministers prime minister and council of ministers the prime minister and council of ministers

Chaudhari Devi Lal was the chief minister of ______________.

  1. Haryana

  2. Punjab

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bihar
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chaudhary Devi Lal was an Indian politician who served as Chief Minister of Haryana, first in 1977–79 and then in 1987–89. Hence, Option A is correct. He did not contest elections in rest of the states, hence, the other options are incorrect. 

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

Where was the first nuclear test performed in India _____________.

  1. Kalpakkam

  2. Tarapur

  3. Pokharan

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

India successfully performed her first nuclear test at Pokharan in Rajasthan on 18th May 1974 in consonance with the policy of using nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and for self-sufficiency.

Multiple choice history magadh empire and india during the period of kingdoms administration during mahajanapada emergence of kingdoms and republics mahajanapada age

Which of the following was the capital of Surasena Mahajanapada?

  1. Viratnagar

  2. Junagarh

  3. Mathura

  4. Kashi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Surasena was part of 16 Mahajanapadas of 6th Century B.C. It was located in modern Braj region of Uttar Pradesh. Surasena's capital was Mathura. The name of Surasena is mentioned in Ramayana and in the writings of Greek ambassador Megasthenes.  

Multiple choice history magadh empire and india during the period of kingdoms administration during mahajanapada emergence of kingdoms and republics mahajanapada age

In which region the village headman was known as the grama bhojaka?

  1. South

  2. North

  3. East

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

In the northern part of the country, the village headman was known as the grama bhojaka. Usually, men from the same family held the position for generations. In other words, the post was hereditary.

Multiple choice geography position of rajasthan in indian economy physical features of rajasthan rajasthan - a general introduction physical features of india and rajasthan

Rajasthan is located towards which side of India?

  1. Eastern

  2. Western

  3. Southern

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

Rajasthan is largest state of India according to area. It is present on the western side of the India. It comprises wide and inhospitable Thar Desert. Rajasthan shares a border with the Pakistani provinces of Punjab to the northwest and Sindh to the west, along the Satluj-Indus river valley. It shares boundaries with five other Indian states- Punjab to the north, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to the northeast, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast  and Gujarat to the southwest.

Multiple choice geography position of rajasthan in indian economy physical features of rajasthan rajasthan - a general introduction physical features of india and rajasthan

Which among the following is the capital city of Rajasthan?

  1. Jaisalmer

  2. Ajmer

  3. Jaipur

  4. Jodhpur
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation
  • Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan. 
  • Jaipur was built in 18th century by Raja Sawai Jai Singh and was the first planned city of India.
  • It is referred to as “The pink city” because of its pink colored buildings. 
Multiple choice geography position of rajasthan in indian economy physical features of rajasthan rajasthan - a general introduction physical features of india and rajasthan

Berach River of Rajasthan, originates in which of the following districts?

  1. Jodhpur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Bhilwara

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

Beerach River is located in Indian state of Rajasthan. It is the tributary of Banas River. The Berach originates in the hills of Udaipur District. The river has a length of 157 km, and drains a basin of 7,502 km². It flows northeast through Udaipur, Chittorgarh and Bhilwara districts, joining the Banas near Bigod village of Bhilwara district.             

Multiple choice geography position of rajasthan in indian economy physical features of rajasthan rajasthan - a general introduction physical features of india and rajasthan

Jantar Mantar of Rajasthan is located in which district?

  1. Jodhpur

  2. Jaipur

  3. Bikaner

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

Jantar Mantar is located in Jaipur district of Rajasthan. It was built by Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, and completed in 1734 CE.  It features the world's largest stone sundial, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Jantar Mantar literally means 'calculating instrument'.

Multiple choice geography position of rajasthan in indian economy physical features of rajasthan rajasthan - a general introduction physical features of india and rajasthan

Baneshwar fair is associated with which of the following tribes?

  1. Sansi

  2. Kanjar

  3. Bhils

  4. Minas
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Baneshwar Fair is a popular tribal fair. It is held in Dungarpur district in Rajasthan state of India. This fair is held in the month of February at Baneshwar. Baneshwar is a small delta formed by the river Soma away from Dungarpur. This fair is associated with Bhil tribes. Bhils from neighboring states like Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh attend this festival to offer prayers to Lord Shiva. This fair is held from Magh Shukla Ekadashi to Magh Shukla Purnima.