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
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Chandigarh and Delhi
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Kalka and Shimla
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Nangal and Chandigarh
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Shimla and Chandigarh
B
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Explanation
Solan is strategically located between Kalka and Shimla along the National Highway. This geographical position makes it an important transit point in Himachal's transportation network.
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Chamba
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Shimla
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Una
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Hamirpur
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Mani Mahesh temple is situated in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. It is a significant pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the Pir Panjal range.
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Narmada flows in Madhya Pradesh
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Cauvery flows in Andhra Pradesh
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Yamuna flows in Uttar Pradesh
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Jhelum flows in Punjab
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The question asks for the INCORRECT statement. Option B states 'Cauvery flows in Andhra Pradesh' which is false - the Cauvery flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, not Andhra Pradesh. All other statements are correct: Narmada does flow in MP, Yamuna in UP, and Jhelum in Punjab. Therefore B is the answer because it contains the incorrect geographical information.
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Silchar
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Agartala
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Itanagar
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Aizawl
B
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Explanation
Agartala is the capital of Tripura, a state in northeast India. Silchar is in Assam, Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh, and Aizawl is the capital of Mizoram.
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Himachal Pradesh
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Rajasthan
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West Bangal
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Jammu and Kashmir
D
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Explanation
Jawahar Tunnel (also known as Jawahar Tunnel or Banihal Tunnel) is located in Jammu and Kashmir on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. It is one of India's important road tunnels that provides all-weather connectivity to the Kashmir Valley. Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and West Bengal do not host this particular tunnel.
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Uttar Pradesh
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Orissa
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Bihar
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All of the above
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None of these
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Himachal Pradesh
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Haryara
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Uttar Pradesh
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Jammu & Kashmir
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Dal Lake is located in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. It is a famous tourist destination known for its houseboats and shikaras. The option Haryara appears to be a typo for Haryana.
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Ludhiana
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Jalandhar
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Amritsar
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Ropar
B
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Explanation
Jalandhar is the major center for sports goods manufacturing in Punjab, producing equipment for cricket, hockey, and other sports. It supplies sports goods both domestically and internationally.
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Haridwar
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Delhi
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Mathura
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Agra
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Haridwar is situated on the banks of the Ganges River, NOT the Yamuna. Options B (Delhi), C (Mathura), and D (Agra) are all located on the Yamuna. Option A is correct because Haridwar is the only one NOT on the Yamuna - it's on the Ganga.
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Nanded
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Chandrapur
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Nagpur
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Gondia
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Nanded district in Maharashtra is historically known as Nanded Waghla, with 'Waghla' being a historical reference to the region.
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Nanded
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Chandrapur
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Nagpur
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Gondia
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th Sikh Guru, died in Nanded, Maharashtra in 1708. The city is now home to Hazoor Sahib, one of the five takhts (seats of authority) in Sikhism.
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Nanded
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Amritsar
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Kolkata
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Ajmer
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Hazoor Sahib is located in Nanded, Maharashtra. This is where Guru Gobind Singh breathed his last and where the takht was established.
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Maharashtra
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Bihar
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West Bengal
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None of these
D
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Explanation
Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, is located in Nepal - specifically in the Rupandehi district of southern Nepal near the Indian border. Since Nepal is not listed among the options (Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal), the correct answer is 'None of these'. Bodh Gaya, where Buddha attained enlightenment, is in Bihar.
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Patna
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Jaipur
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Ajmer
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Aurangabad
D
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Explanation
The Ajanta and Ellora Caves are UNESCO World Heritage Sites located near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. Ajanta has 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves dating from 2nd century BCE, while Ellora has 34 caves representing Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain religions.
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M.P
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Tamilnadu
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Assam
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West bengal
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Jaldapara National Park is located in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal, not in Assam, MP, or Tamil Nadu. It was established to protect the one-horned rhinoceros and is famous for its rhino and elephant population. The park is situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas.