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

In the film 'Swades', what is the name of the village where Mohan Bhargava returns to?

  1. Charanpur

  2. Ganganagar

  3. Jaipur

  4. Udaipur
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In the film 'Swades', Mohan Bhargava returns to the village of Charanpur, which is located in the state of Rajasthan, India.

Multiple choice

The Sikh religion originated in the region of:

  1. Punjab

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Gujarat
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Explanation

The Sikh religion originated in the Punjab region of India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Punjab
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Explanation

The Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is located in Nainital, Uttarakhand, and is known for its research in astronomy and astrophysics.

Multiple choice

Where is the Sattriya Dance Academy located?

  1. Guwahati, Assam

  2. Jorhat, Assam

  3. Dibrugarh, Assam

  4. Silchar, Assam
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Explanation

The Sattriya Dance Academy is located in Guwahati, Assam, India.

Multiple choice

Which hill station is known for its strawberry fields?

  1. Mahabaleshwar

  2. Panchgani

  3. Lonavala

  4. Khandala
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Explanation

Mahabaleshwar is a hill station located in the state of Maharashtra, India, and is known for its strawberry fields and scenic beauty.

Multiple choice

Which city in Uttarakhand is known for its annual Haridwar Kumbh Mela, a Hindu pilgrimage festival?

  1. Dehradun

  2. Haridwar

  3. Rishikesh

  4. Nainital
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Haridwar in Uttarakhand is famous for its annual Haridwar Kumbh Mela, which is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world and attracts millions of pilgrims.

Multiple choice

Which village in Uttarakhand is renowned for its scenic beauty and proximity to the Valley of Flowers National Park?

  1. Rishikesh

  2. Haridwar

  3. Nainital

  4. Govindghat
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Explanation

Govindghat, a village in Uttarakhand, is known for its scenic beauty and serves as the starting point for treks to the Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Multiple choice

Where is the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) located?

  1. Dehradun, Uttarakhand

  2. Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

  3. Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Leh, Ladakh
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Explanation

The Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a research centre of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)?

  1. Dehradun

  2. Shimla

  3. Srinagar

  4. Leh
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Explanation

Srinagar is not a research centre of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG).

Multiple choice

What is the current status of the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. It is a princely state.

  2. It is a district in Rajasthan.

  3. It is a part of Gujarat.

  4. It is a part of Madhya Pradesh.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Dungarpur Kingdom is currently a district in the state of Rajasthan, India.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the administrative division in the Travancore Kingdom?

  1. Taluk

  2. District

  3. Panchayat

  4. Nadu
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Explanation

The administrative division in the Travancore Kingdom was known as a Taluk, which was further divided into villages.

Multiple choice

The Sir Creek dispute is located between which two states?

  1. Gujarat and Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat and Maharashtra

  3. Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh

  4. Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Sir Creek dispute is located between the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a territorial dispute between India and Nepal?

  1. Kalapani

  2. Limpiyadhura

  3. Lipulekh Pass

  4. Susta
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Explanation

Susta is a territorial dispute between India and Nepal.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a territorial dispute between India and Bhutan?

  1. Doklam

  2. Pasakha Valley

  3. Sarpang District

  4. Samtse District
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Explanation

Samtse District is not a territorial dispute between India and Bhutan.

Multiple choice

Which of the following thematic maps is NOT published by NATMO?

  1. Soil Map of India

  2. Forest Map of India

  3. Mineral Map of India

  4. Administrative Atlas of India
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D Correct answer
Explanation

NATMO does not publish the Administrative Atlas of India. This atlas is published by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India.