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 general knowledge culture
  1. rajasthan

  2. gujarat

  3. delhi

  4. andhra pradesh

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Jal Mahal (Water Palace) is located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, situated in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. This 18th-century palace appears to float in water and is a famous tourist attraction. There are no significant monuments named Jal Mahal in Gujarat, Delhi, or Andhra Pradesh.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Kunigal

  2. Mysore

  3. Chitra durga

  4. Bengalore

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) dam is built across the Kaveri River near Mysore in Mandya district. It's named after Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV. Kunigal, Chitradurga, and Bengaluru are other cities in Karnataka but not the KRS dam location.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Bidar

  2. Gulbarga

  3. Belgaum

  4. Bijapur

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Gol Gumbaz is the tomb of Mohammad Adil Shah and a famous example of Indo-Islamic architecture located in Bijapur (now Vijayapura), Karnataka. It has the world's second-largest dome. Bidar, Gulbarga (Kalaburagi), and Belgaum (Belagavi) are other Karnataka cities but not the Gol Gumbaz location.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. kerala

  2. jharkhand

  3. tamilnadu

  4. goa

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B Correct answer
Explanation

McCluskieganj is a town in Jharkhand state, originally established as a settlement for retired Anglo-Indians during the British colonial period. It's located in the Ranchi district.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. odisha

  2. haryana

  3. punjab

  4. himachal pradesh

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Dharamtala (also spelled Dharamtala or Dharmatala) is a town in Himachal Pradesh, located in the Mandi district. The question tests knowledge of Indian geography and state-specific locations.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. maharastra

  2. west bengal

  3. odisha

  4. andhra pradesh

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Phulbani is a town in the state of Odisha (formerly Orissa). It serves as the headquarters of Kandhamal district. Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh are neighboring states but do not contain Phulbani.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. gujarat

  2. rajasthan

  3. maharastra

  4. UP

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Jamnagar is a city in the state of Gujarat, located on the western coast of India. It's known for its petroleum refinery and marine activities. Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh are different states.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. west bengal

  2. tamilnadu

  3. assam

  4. tripura

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sanjeeva likely refers to Sanjeevani or a place name in West Bengal. Given the options, West Bengal is the most plausible answer among the choices provided, though the question lacks clarity about which specific Sanjeeva is being referenced.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. delhi

  2. UP

  3. haryana

  4. punjab

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rohtak is a city in the state of Haryana, located about 70 km from Delhi. It's a major educational hub and part of the National Capital Region. Delhi is a union territory, while UP and Punjab are separate states.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. delhi

  2. punjab

  3. haryana

  4. rajasthan

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Ajmer is a historic city in the state of Rajasthan, famous for the Ajmer Sharif Dargah (shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti). It is not in Delhi, Punjab, or Haryana. Ajmer district is centrally located in Rajasthan.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. jharkhand

  2. rajasthan

  3. UP

  4. MP

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Daltonganj (now officially Medininagar) is a city in the Palamu district of Jharkhand. It serves as the district headquarters. It is not in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, or Madhya Pradesh. Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar in 2000.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. bihar

  2. west bengal

  3. manipur

  4. meghalaya

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Malda is a district in the state of West Bengal, located in the northern part of the state. It is famous for its mango cultivation and historical significance as part of the Gour region. It is not in Bihar, Manipur, or Meghalaya.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. manipur

  2. mizoram

  3. meghalaya

  4. tripura

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Kolasib is a district in the state of Mizoram, one of the seven northeastern states of India. It is one of the eight districts of Mizoram. It is not in Manipur, Meghalaya, or Tripura - all neighboring but distinct states.