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

The Sonepur Mela, held in the state of Bihar, is one of the largest cattle fairs in Asia. In which district is this fair organized?

  1. Patna

  2. Gaya

  3. Bhagalpur

  4. Sonepur
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Sonepur Mela is held in the Sonepur district of Bihar. It is one of the largest cattle fairs in Asia.

Multiple choice

What is the main factor influencing the population distribution in Northern India?

  1. Climate

  2. Water resources

  3. Soil fertility

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Climate, water resources, and soil fertility are all important factors influencing the population distribution in Northern India.

Multiple choice

Where was Vikramshila University located?

  1. Nalanda, Bihar

  2. Vikramashila, Bihar

  3. Patna, Bihar

  4. Gaya, Bihar
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vikramshila University was located in the town of Vikramashila in the present-day state of Bihar, India.

Multiple choice

Where is the gurdwara that marks the site where Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, was cremated?

  1. Gurdwara Nanded Sahib

  2. Gurdwara Abchal Nagar Sahib

  3. Gurdwara Hazur Sahib

  4. Gurdwara Fatehgarh Sahib
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gurdwara Nanded Sahib is located in the city of Nanded, Maharashtra, India, and is the site where Guru Gobind Singh was cremated.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the longest national highway in India?

  1. NH 44

  2. NH 7

  3. NH 1

  4. NH 2
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Explanation

NH 44, also known as the Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway, is the longest national highway in India, stretching over 3,745 kilometers.

Multiple choice

Where will the IndIGO-A detector be located?

  1. Ooty, Tamil Nadu

  2. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

  3. Udaipur, Rajasthan

  4. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The IndIGO-A detector will be located in Ooty, Tamil Nadu.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major city located in the Satpura Range?

  1. Jabalpur

  2. Bhopal

  3. Indore

  4. Nagpur
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Jabalpur is a major city located in the Satpura Range.

Multiple choice

Which national highway passes through the Aravalli Range?

  1. NH 8

  2. NH 19

  3. NH 27

  4. NH 48
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

National Highway 8 (NH 8) traverses through the Aravalli Range.

Multiple choice

Which Jain tirtha is located in the state of Jharkhand?

  1. Girnar

  2. Palitana

  3. Shatrunjaya

  4. Sammed Shikhar
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sammed Shikhar is located in the state of Jharkhand.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Ladakh
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Explanation

The Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is located in Nainital, Uttarakhand. It is a premier research institute in the field of astronomy and astrophysics in India.

Multiple choice

Which plateau is known for its black soil and is located in western India?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Malwa Plateau

  3. Bundelkhand Plateau

  4. Chota Nagpur Plateau
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Malwa Plateau is located in western India and is known for its black soil, which is ideal for growing cotton.

Multiple choice

The Bundelkhand Plateau is located in which state of India?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Gujarat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Bundelkhand Plateau is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India.

Multiple choice

Which plateau is known for its black soil and is located in western India?

  1. Deccan Plateau

  2. Malwa Plateau

  3. Bundelkhand Plateau

  4. Chota Nagpur Plateau
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Malwa Plateau is known for its black soil and is located in western India.

Multiple choice

The Bundelkhand Plateau is located in which state of India?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Gujarat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Bundelkhand Plateau is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian government's portal for geospatial data and services?

  1. Bhuvan

  2. NRSC Geoportal

  3. ISRO Geoportal

  4. MoES Geoportal
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bhuvan is the Indian government's portal for geospatial data and services. It provides access to a wide range of geospatial data, including satellite imagery, topographic maps, and administrative boundaries.