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 railway zone operates the Vivek Express?

  1. Western Railway

  2. Central Railway

  3. Northern Railway

  4. Southern Railway
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Vivek Express is operated by the Western Railway zone of the Indian Railways.

Multiple choice

Which region in India is facing desertification due to the expansion of urban areas and infrastructure development?

  1. National Capital Region (NCR)

  2. Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR)

  3. Bengaluru Metropolitan Region (BMR)

  4. Chennai Metropolitan Region (CMR)
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Explanation

The National Capital Region (NCR) is facing desertification in some areas due to the rapid expansion of urban areas and infrastructure development, leading to the loss of green cover and increased land degradation.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the station at the terminus of the DHR?

  1. Siliguri Junction

  2. Darjeeling Station

  3. Ghum Station

  4. Kurseong Station
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Darjeeling Station is the terminus of the DHR.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the station at the starting point of the DHR?

  1. Siliguri Junction

  2. Darjeeling Station

  3. Ghum Station

  4. Kurseong Station
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Explanation

Siliguri Junction is the starting point of the DHR.

Multiple choice

Where is the Uttar Pradesh State Observatory (UPSO) located?

  1. Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

  2. Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

  3. Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh

  4. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Uttar Pradesh State Observatory (UPSO) is located in Naini Tal, Uttar Pradesh.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a regional variation of Sattriya?

  1. Mayurbhanj Chhau

  2. Bishnupriya Manipuri

  3. Ojapali

  4. Raas Leela
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Explanation

Mayurbhanj Chhau is a martial dance form from Odisha, while Bishnupriya Manipuri, Ojapali, and Raas Leela are all regional variations of Sattriya.

Multiple choice

What is the current administrative district that encompasses the former Banswara Kingdom?

  1. Banswara district

  2. Chittorgarh district

  3. Udaipur district

  4. Jodhpur district
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Explanation

The current administrative district that encompasses the former Banswara Kingdom is Banswara district.

Multiple choice

Which hill station in Uttarakhand is famous for its apple orchards and is often referred to as the 'Fruit Bowl of Uttarakhand'?

  1. Nainital

  2. Mussoorie

  3. Ranikhet

  4. Almora
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ranikhet, situated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, is known for its extensive apple orchards, earning it the title of 'Fruit Bowl of Uttarakhand'.

Multiple choice

Which state of India is the Pir Panjal Range located in?

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Sikkim
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Pir Panjal Range is located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the town where the Vaishno Devi Temple is located?

  1. Jammu

  2. Srinagar

  3. Katra

  4. Udhampur
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Explanation

The Vaishno Devi Temple is located in the town of Katra, which is situated in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Multiple choice

Which Gurdwara is located in the city of Anandpur Sahib, Punjab, India?

  1. Gurdwara Sri Kesgarh Sahib

  2. Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib

  3. Gurdwara Sri Hazur Sahib

  4. Gurdwara Sri Patna Sahib
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Explanation

Gurdwara Sri Kesgarh Sahib is located in the city of Anandpur Sahib, Punjab, India, and is where Guru Gobind Singh created the Khalsa, the Sikh community.

Multiple choice

Which Gurdwara is located in the city of Hazur Sahib, Maharashtra, India?

  1. Gurdwara Sri Patna Sahib

  2. Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib

  3. Gurdwara Sri Kesgarh Sahib

  4. Gurdwara Sri Hazur Sahib
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Explanation

Gurdwara Sri Hazur Sahib is located in the city of Hazur Sahib, Maharashtra, India, and is where Guru Gobind Singh spent his final days.

Multiple choice

Which Gurdwara is located in the city of Nanded, Maharashtra, India?

  1. Gurdwara Sri Patna Sahib

  2. Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib

  3. Gurdwara Sri Hazur Sahib

  4. Gurdwara Sri Sachkhand Sahib
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Gurdwara Sri Sachkhand Sahib is located in the city of Nanded, Maharashtra, India, and is where Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru of Sikhism, passed away.

Multiple choice

Which Gurdwara is located in the city of Bidar, Karnataka, India?

  1. Gurdwara Sri Patna Sahib

  2. Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib

  3. Gurdwara Sri Hazur Sahib

  4. Gurdwara Sri Nanak Jhira Sahib
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Gurdwara Sri Nanak Jhira Sahib is located in the city of Bidar, Karnataka, India, and is where Guru Nanak Dev is believed to have meditated.

Multiple choice

Which princely state was known as the 'Land of Five Rivers'?

  1. Patiala

  2. Kapurthala

  3. Nabha

  4. Jind
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Explanation

Patiala was known as the 'Land of Five Rivers' due to its location in the fertile region of Punjab, which is drained by five major rivers.