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 princely state was the birthplace of the legendary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh?

  1. Punjab

  2. Haryana

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation

Punjab was the birthplace of the legendary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh.

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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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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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
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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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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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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.

Multiple choice

Which fort is located in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Raipur Fort

  2. Dudhadhari Fort

  3. Jagdalpur Fort

  4. Bastar Fort
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Explanation

Jagdalpur Fort is situated in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh and holds historical significance as the former residence of the Bastar rulers.

Multiple choice

Which fort is located in the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Raipur Fort

  2. Dudhadhari Fort

  3. Bastar Fort

  4. Jagdalpur Fort
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Explanation

Raipur Fort is situated in the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh and is a prominent historical landmark in the region.

Multiple choice

Which fort is located in the Durg district of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Raipur Fort

  2. Dudhadhari Fort

  3. Bastar Fort

  4. Jagdalpur Fort
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Dudhadhari Fort is situated in the Durg district of Chhattisgarh and is known for its strategic location and historical significance.

Multiple choice

Which fort is located in the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Raipur Fort

  2. Dudhadhari Fort

  3. Bastar Fort

  4. Jagdalpur Fort
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Explanation

Jagdalpur Fort is situated in the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh and is a prominent historical landmark in the region.

Multiple choice

Which PIL case led to the closure of hazardous industries in the ecologically sensitive Doon Valley in Uttarakhand?

  1. M.C. Mehta v. Union of India

  2. Rural Litigation and Entitlement Kendra v. State of Uttar Pradesh

  3. Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar

  4. T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India
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Explanation

In the PIL case of Rural Litigation and Entitlement Kendra v. State of Uttar Pradesh (1985), the Supreme Court ordered the closure of hazardous industries in the ecologically sensitive Doon Valley in Uttarakhand, recognizing the need to protect the environment from industrial pollution.

Multiple choice

Which princely state was the last to be annexed by the British?

  1. Oudh

  2. Jhansi

  3. Satara

  4. Punjab
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Explanation

Oudh was the last princely state to be annexed by the British in 1856. The annexation of Oudh led to the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Multiple choice

The Thar Desert is located in:

  1. Northern India

  2. Southern India

  3. Eastern India

  4. Western India
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Explanation

The Thar Desert is located in Western India, covering parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat.