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

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

  1. NH 7

  2. NH 44

  3. NH 1

  4. NH 2
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Explanation

NH 7, also known as the Varanasi-Kanyakumari Highway, is the oldest national highway in India, dating back to the British colonial era.

Multiple choice

Which highway connects Delhi to Amritsar?

  1. NH 1

  2. NH 10

  3. NH 21

  4. NH 44
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Explanation

NH 1, also known as the Delhi-Amritsar Highway, is the primary road connecting the national capital, Delhi, to the holy city of Amritsar.

Multiple choice

Which highway connects Kolkata to Siliguri?

  1. NH 34

  2. NH 55

  3. NH 31

  4. NH 117
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Explanation

NH 34, also known as the Kolkata-Siliguri Highway, is the primary road connecting the eastern metropolis, Kolkata, to the gateway to the Northeast, Siliguri.

Multiple choice

Which Indian research station is located in the Arctic?

  1. Himadri

  2. Maitri

  3. Bharati

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

Multiple choice

Which region of Maharashtra is considered the birthplace of Lavani?

  1. Konkan

  2. Marathwada

  3. Vidarbha

  4. Khandesh
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Explanation

The Konkan region of Maharashtra is widely regarded as the birthplace of Lavani, where it originated and gained popularity.

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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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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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.