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

Which mountain range is known for its scenic beauty and is home to several tea plantations?

  1. Nilgiri Hills

  2. Anaimalai Hills

  3. Cardamom Hills

  4. Shevaroy Hills
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Nilgiri Hills, located in southern India, are known for their scenic beauty and are home to several tea plantations, including the Ooty Tea Gardens and the Coonoor Tea Gardens.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a compact rural settlement?

  1. High population density

  2. Closely spaced houses

  3. Narrow streets

  4. Large open spaces
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Large open spaces are not a characteristic of a compact rural settlement.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a dispersed rural settlement?

  1. Low population density

  2. Widely spaced houses

  3. Broad streets

  4. Small open spaces
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Small open spaces are not a characteristic of a dispersed rural settlement.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of linear rural settlement?

  1. Roadside village

  2. Riverine village

  3. Coastal village

  4. Lakeside village
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Lakeside village is not a type of linear rural settlement.

Multiple choice

Which Indian research station is located in the Arctic?

  1. Himadri

  2. Maitri

  3. Bharati

  4. Dakshin Gangotri
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India's research station in the Arctic is named Himadri and is located on Spitsbergen Island, Svalbard, Norway.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a fort located in the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra?

  1. Raigad Fort

  2. Shaniwar Wada

  3. Pratapgad Fort

  4. Sinhgad Fort
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Correct answer
Explanation

Panhala Fort is a fort located in the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a fort located in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra?

  1. Raigad Fort

  2. Shaniwar Wada

  3. Pratapgad Fort

  4. Sinhgad Fort
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Correct answer
Explanation

Vijaydurg Fort is a fort located in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a fort located in the Nashik district of Maharashtra?

  1. Raigad Fort

  2. Shaniwar Wada

  3. Pratapgad Fort

  4. Sinhgad Fort
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Correct answer
Explanation

Trimbakeshwar Fort is a fort located in the Nashik district of Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir High Court

  2. High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh

  3. High Court of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir

  4. High Court of the Union Territory of Ladakh
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is the highest court in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the High Court of Uttarakhand?

  1. Uttarakhand High Court

  2. High Court of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh

  3. High Court of the Union Territory of Uttarakhand

  4. High Court of the Union Territory of Himachal Pradesh
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Explanation

The Uttarakhand High Court is the highest court in the state of Uttarakhand.

Multiple choice

Which desert is located in the western part of India?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Thar Desert is located in the western part of India.

Multiple choice

Which desert is located in the eastern part of India?

  1. Thar Desert

  2. Great Indian Desert

  3. Rajasthan Desert

  4. Marusthali Desert
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Rajasthan Desert is located in the eastern part of India.

Multiple choice

Which plateau is located in the central part of India?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Malwa Plateau

  3. Chota Nagpur Plateau

  4. Bundelkhand Plateau
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Deccan Plateau is located in the central part of India.

Multiple choice

Which plateau is located in the western part of India?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Malwa Plateau

  3. Chota Nagpur Plateau

  4. Bundelkhand Plateau
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Malwa Plateau is located in the western part of India.

Multiple choice

Which plateau is located in the northern part of India?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Malwa Plateau

  3. Chota Nagpur Plateau

  4. Bundelkhand Plateau
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Bundelkhand Plateau is located in the northern part of India.