Geography

Indian Geography

2,320 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 geography manufacturing industries in india - i : agro-based location of industries distribution and classification of industries in india industrialisation and industrial belts

In which state is 'Rana Pratap Sagar' atomic power plant located?

  1. Haryana

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

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

The nuclear power plant situated in Rajasthan at Rawatbhata in Chittorgarh district. This power plant is situated at Rata Pratap Sagar dam across Chambal River. Average power generation of this atomic power plant is 3,140 MW.

Multiple choice geography manufacturing industries in india - i : agro-based location of industries distribution and classification of industries in india industrialisation and industrial belts

Which one of the following is known as 'Pittsburg of India'?

  1. Baroda

  2. Rourkela

  3. Jamshedpur

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

Just like "Pittsburg", Jamshedpur is famous for producing steel in India. In 1907, Jamshedji Tata established the first steel plant of India which is known as TISCO at Jamshedpur(Jharkhand). It is the oldest and largest integrated iron and steel plant of India. It started producing pig iron in 1911 and steel in 1912.

Multiple choice evs - i sources of water the lithosphere and the hydrosphere first aid safety and first aid

Total earth's surface covered by water is

  1. 71%

  2. 60%

  3. 85%

  4. 50%
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

71% of earth's surface is covered with water and 29% covered with land. This percentage of water is not only obvious sources of water like lakes, ponds, oceans but also the obvious sources of water like water in the air, frozen icecaps, glaciers, snow and underground water.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

Multiple choice

What is a popular budget-friendly way to travel around the state of Himachal Pradesh?

  1. Taking a train

  2. Renting a car

  3. Taking a bus

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

Taking a bus is a great way to see the mountains and valleys of Himachal Pradesh and meet locals, and it is also very affordable.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the longest national highway in India?

  1. NH 1

  2. NH 2

  3. NH 7

  4. NH 44
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

NH 44 is the longest national highway in India, stretching for a distance of 3,745 kilometers from Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu.

Multiple choice

Which is the longest railway route in India?

  1. Dibrugarh-Kanyakumari Vivek Express

  2. Dibrugarh-New Delhi Rajdhani Express

  3. Mumbai-Kolkata Duronto Express

  4. Chennai-New Delhi Grand Trunk Express
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Dibrugarh-Kanyakumari Vivek Express is the longest railway route in India, covering a distance of 4,286 kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which is the first railway zone in India?

  1. Eastern Railway

  2. Northern Railway

  3. Southern Railway

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

The Eastern Railway is the first railway zone in India, established in 1854.

Multiple choice

Which is the only railway line in India that runs through a tunnel?

  1. Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel

  2. Jawahar Tunnel

  3. Chenab Bridge

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

The Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel is the only railway line in India that runs through a tunnel, connecting the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the country.

Multiple choice

What is the primary factor influencing the uneven distribution of population in Southern India?

  1. Climate

  2. Topography

  3. Water Resources

  4. Industrial Development

  5. Transportation Infrastructure
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The uneven distribution of population in Southern India is primarily influenced by topography, with densely populated areas concentrated in coastal plains and river valleys, while mountainous regions have lower population densities.

Multiple choice

The Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is located in which Indian state?

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

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

The Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is located in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. It is a premier research institute dedicated to observational astronomy and astrophysics.

Multiple choice

Which of the following factors influences the distribution of population in India?

  1. Climate

  2. Topography

  3. Water Resources

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above factors influence the distribution of population in India. Climate, topography, and water resources all play a role in determining where people live.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major city located in the desert regions of Gujarat?

  1. Ahmedabad

  2. Surat

  3. Vadodara

  4. Bhuj
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Bhuj is a major city located in the desert regions of Gujarat. It is the administrative headquarters of the Kutch district and is known for its rich history and culture.

Multiple choice

Which princely state was the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Mysore

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Gujarat
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar, Gujarat, which was a princely state at the time.

Multiple choice

Which of the following regions in India experiences a Mediterranean climate?

  1. Northwestern India

  2. Northeastern India

  3. Southern India

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

Northwestern India, particularly the state of Jammu and Kashmir, experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and mild, wet winters.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the largest desert in India?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Cholistan Desert

  4. Rann of Kutch
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, is the largest desert in India and covers an area of over 200,000 square kilometers.