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. Ajmer

  2. Mumbai

  3. Aurangabad

  4. Jaipur

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Ajanta and Ellora caves are situated near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. Ajanta caves (30 rock-cut Buddhist monuments) and Ellora caves (34 caves representing Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain faiths) are UNESCO World Heritage Sites known for their architecture and sculptures.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Bhopal

  2. Gaya

  3. Lucknow

  4. Shimla

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sanchi Stupa, commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE, is located near Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India's most important Buddhist monuments.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. mizoram

  2. meghalaya

  3. Assam

  4. arunachal pradesh

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya. It was also the capital of Assam before Meghalaya became a separate state in 1972. Aizawl is Mizoram's capital, Dispur is Assam's capital, and Itanagar is Arunachal Pradesh's capital.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Arunachal Pradesh

  2. Manipur

  3. Meghalaya

  4. Bihar

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A Correct answer
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Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh. Imphal is Manipur's capital, Shillong is Meghalaya's capital, and Patna is Bihar's capital. Arunachal Pradesh shares borders with China, Bhutan, and Myanmar.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports
  1. Tripura

  2. Assam

  3. Mizoram

  4. Nagaland

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Golaghat is a district in Assam, known for its tea gardens. Agartala is Tripura's capital, Aizawl is Mizoram's capital, and Kohima is Nagaland's capital. Golaghat means 'loggia of jars' in Assamese.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. M.P.

  2. Gujrat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Punjab

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ranthambore National Park is located in Rajasthan, near Sawai Madhopur. It's famous for its tiger population and the historic Ranthambore Fort. MP has Kanha and Bandhavgarh, Gujarat has Gir (lions), Punjab does not have tiger reserves.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. U.P.

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Uttaranchal

  4. Punjab

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C Correct answer
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Haridwar is an ancient city and important Hindu pilgrimage site located in the state of Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal). It is situated in the foothills of the Shivalik range and is one of the seven holiest places in Hinduism. The city is known for the Ganges river exiting the mountains here.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. uttaranchal

  2. Delhi

  3. U.P.

  4. Haryana

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Explanation

Noida (New Okhla Industrial Development Authority) is a city located in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is part of the National Capital Region (NCR) and is situated southeast of New Delhi. Noida is a major industrial and residential hub known for its IT sector and modern infrastructure.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. M.P.

  2. U.P.

  3. Bihar

  4. Rajasthan

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A Correct answer
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Jabalpur is a major city in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh (M.P.). It is an important administrative and educational center in the Mahakoshal region. The city is known for its beautiful marble rock formations on the Narmada River and is surrounded by hills and forests.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. M.P.

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Gujrat

  4. Maharashtra

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Porbandar is a coastal city in the state of Gujarat, located on the Kathiawar peninsula. It is historically significant as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. The other options - M.P. (Madhya Pradesh), Rajasthan, and Maharashtra - are different Indian states and do not contain Porbandar.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Assam

  2. Manipur

  3. Mizoram

  4. Tripura

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dispur is the capital city of the northeastern state of Assam. It became the capital in 1973 after the state of Meghalaya was carved out of Assam. Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are also northeastern states but have their own capitals (Imphal, Aizawl, and Agartala respectively).

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Nagaland

  2. Sikkim

  3. Meghalaya

  4. Manipur

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Gangtok is the capital and largest city of Sikkim, a northeastern state in India. Sikkim is known for its biodiversity and Himalayan mountains. Nagaland (Kohima), Meghalaya (Shillong), and Manipur (Imphal) are other northeastern states with their own capitals.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Tripura

  2. Nagaland

  3. Mizoram

  4. Manipur

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Kohima is the capital city of Nagaland, a northeastern state of India. It is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Kohima during World War II. Tripura (Agartala), Mizoram (Aizawl), and Manipur (Imphal) have different capital cities.

Multiple choice general knowledge culture
  1. Tripura

  2. Nagaland

  3. Mizoram

  4. Manipur

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Agartala is the capital city of Tripura, a northeastern state in India. It is the second-largest city in northeast India after Guwahati. Nagaland (Kohima), Mizoram (Aizawl), and Manipur (Imphal) are other northeastern states with different capitals.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. West Coast Exp

  2. Samjhauta Exp

  3. Jhelum Exp

  4. Gomti Exp

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Jhelum Express connects Jammu to Pune. West Coast Express serves the Mumbai-Goa route, Samjhauta Express runs between India and Pakistan, and Gomti Express connects Lucknow to New Delhi.