General Knowledge - Indian Geography: Questions and Answers -3
101. Which is the largest freshwater lake in India, located in Jammu and Kashmir?
Wular Lake: Wular Lake is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia, significantly contributing to the local ecosystem and economy.
102. The famous 'Loktak Lake', known for its floating islands (phumdis), is located in which state?
Manipur: Loktak Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, famous for its unique floating islands which are crucial to the Keibul Lamjao National Park.
103. Which major tributary of the Ganges River rises in the Nepal Himalayas and is known for its shifting course?
Kosi River: Often called the "Sorrow of Bihar," the Kosi River is infamous for its erratic course changes and devastating floods.
104. The highest peak of the Eastern Ghats is:
Jindhagada Peak / Arma Konda: Jindhagada Peak (1,690 m) or Arma Konda (1,680 m) in Andhra Pradesh are generally considered the highest peaks, depending on the survey.
105. The 'Bharati' and 'Maitri' research stations are located in which region?
Antarctica: These are India's permanent research stations in Antarctica, representing its presence in polar research.
106. Which Indian state is known as the 'Rice Bowl of India'?
Chhattisgarh: Due to its vast paddy fields and significant rice production, Chhattisgarh is often referred to as the 'Rice Bowl'.
107. The 'Great Rann of Kutch' is characterized by what unique geographical feature?
Seasonal Salt Marsh: It is a vast expanse of salt flats that remain submerged during the monsoon and dry up in winter.
108. The 'Siachen Glacier', a significant geographical feature, is located in which mountain range?
Karakoram Range: The Siachen Glacier is located in the eastern Karakoram range in the Himalayas.
109. Which Indian state has the largest area under forest cover?
Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh consistently ranks highest in terms of total forest cover area in India.
110. The 'Peninsular Plateau' is largely composed of which type of rocks?
Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks: This ancient landform is primarily made up of old crystalline, igneous, and metamorphic rocks.
111. The 'Dodda Betta' peak is the highest point in which prominent South Indian hill range?
Nilgiri Hills: Dodda Betta (2,637 m) is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Mountains of Tamil Nadu.
112. Which type of soil is most widespread in the northern plains of India?
Alluvial Soil: Formed by the deposition of river sediments, alluvial soil is highly fertile and covers vast areas of the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
113. The 'Gulf of Mannar' is a major marine biodiversity area and is recognized as a:
Biosphere Reserve: The Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park is a protected area and part of the Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve in Tamil Nadu.
114. Which river is known as the 'Lifeline of Madhya Pradesh'?
Narmada River: The Narmada River is considered the lifeline for the state of Madhya Pradesh due to its crucial role in irrigation and hydroelectric power.
115. The 'Pamban Island' (Rameswaram Island) is connected to mainland India by which bridge? Pamban Bridge: The Pamban Bridge is a railway bridge that connects the town of Rameswaram on Pamban Island to mainland India.
116. Which city is known as the 'Deccan Queen' for its historical and geographical importance in the Deccan region?
Pune: Pune is often referred to as the 'Queen of the Deccan' due to its strategic location and cultural significance in Maharashtra.
117. The 'Dras sector' in Kargil, known for its extremely cold climate, is often called:
'The Second Coldest Inhabited Place on Earth': Dras experiences extreme cold temperatures, second only to some parts of Siberia.
118. Which pass connects Kashmir Valley to the Ladakh region?
Zoji La Pass: Zoji La is a high mountain pass in the Himalayas, located in the Kargil district of Ladakh, connecting the Kashmir Valley to Dras and the Suru Valley.
119. The 'Laterite Soil' is characteristic of regions with which type of climate?
High temperature and heavy rainfall (monsoon climate with alternating wet and dry periods): Laterite soil forms in areas with high temperatures and heavy rainfall, leading to intense leaching of basic oxides.
120. Which Indian state is the largest producer of Mica? '
Andhra Pradesh: Andhra Pradesh is a leading state in the production of mica in India.
121. The 'Narmada River' flows westward, unlike most other major peninsular rivers. Which mountain range lies to its south?
Satpura Range: The Narmada flows between the Vindhya Range (north) and the Satpura Range (south).
122. The 'Bhangar' region in the northern plains is characterized by:
Older alluvial deposits, forming terraces above flood levels: Bhangar soils are older alluvial deposits found away from the riverbeds and form terraces above the flood level.
123. Which is the smallest state in India by population?
Sikkim: As per the 2011 Census, Sikkim has the lowest population among Indian states.
124. The 'Mahogany' and 'Ebony' trees are typically found in which type of forest in India?
Tropical Evergreen Forests: These valuable hardwood species thrive in regions with high temperatures and heavy rainfall characteristic of evergreen forests.
125. The 'Port Blair' is located on which island of Andaman & Nicobar?
South Andaman Island: Port Blair, the capital, is situated on South Andaman Island.
126. Which state is known for its "Doars" or "Duars" region, characterized by floodplains and alluvial fans at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas?
West Bengal / Assam: The Duars are the floodplains and foothills of the eastern Himalayas in Northeast India, particularly in West Bengal and Assam.
127. The 'Krishna River' originates from which place?
Mahabaleshwar (Maharashtra): The Krishna River originates in the Western Ghats near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra.
128. Which Indian city is known as the 'Gateway to the Northeast'?
Guwahati: Guwahati, in Assam, serves as the main gateway to the seven northeastern states of India.
129. The 'Kolleru Lake' is a large freshwater lake located between the deltas of which two major rivers?
Godavari and Krishna: Kolleru Lake is situated between the deltas of the Godavari and Krishna rivers in Andhra Pradesh.
130. The 'Jim Corbett National Park', India's first national park, is located in which state?
Uttarakhand: Jim Corbett National Park, established in 1936, is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand.
131. Which is the largest Union Territory of India by area?
Ladakh: After the reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh became the largest Union Territory in terms of area.
132. The 'Palghat Gap' (Palakkad Gap) is a major break in which mountain range?
Western Ghats: The Palghat Gap is a low mountain pass in the Western Ghats between the Nilgiri Hills to the north and the Anaimalai Hills to the south.
133. Which Indian state is the leading producer of turmeric?
Telangana / Maharashtra: While Telangana is a major producer, Maharashtra also has significant turmeric cultivation. (As of current data, Telangana often leads).
134. The 'Indus River' flows into India through which region/state?
Ladakh: The Indus River enters India in the Ladakh region, flows between the Ladakh and Zanskar ranges, and then enters Pakistan.
135. Which type of soil is predominant in the Deccan Trap region?
Black Soil (Regur Soil): The Deccan Trap region, formed by volcanic eruptions, is largely covered by black (regur) soil, ideal for cotton.
136. The 'Gulf of Kutch' is famous for its:
Coral Reefs / Marine National Park: The Gulf of Kutch hosts India's first Marine National Park, known for its vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
137. Which Indian city is known as the 'Coal Capital of India'?
Dhanbad, Jharkhand: Dhanbad is a major coal-producing city and industrial hub in Jharkhand.
138. The 'Thar Desert' is bordered to its east by which mountain range?
Aravalli Range: The Aravalli Range acts as a natural barrier on the eastern side of the Thar Desert.
139. Which Indian state is the largest producer of Iron Ore?
Odisha: Odisha is the largest producer of iron ore in India.
140. The 'Barail Range' is a major hill range located in which part of India?
Northeast India (Assam, Manipur, Nagaland): The Barail Range is a prominent mountain range in Northeast India, forming a natural boundary between several states.
141. What is the term for the local seasonal winds that bring light rainfall to Kerala and Karnataka before the onset of the monsoon, helping ripen mangoes?
Mango Showers: Mango showers are pre-monsoon rains that are crucial for mango cultivation in South India.
142. Which city is known as the 'Gateway to the South' in India?
Chennai: Chennai's historical importance as a port and its connectivity to other southern states give it this epithet.
143. The 'Hemis National Park', known for its snow leopards, is located in:
Ladakh: Hemis National Park is a high-altitude national park in Ladakh, famous for its population of snow leopards.
144. The 'Ganga-Brahmaputra Delta' is the world's largest delta and is characterized by which type of forest?
Mangrove Forests (Sunderbans): The delta region is largely covered by the unique Sunderbans mangrove forests.
145. Which river originates from the Gangotri Glacier? Bhagirathi River (main source of the Ganges):
The Bhagirathi, a headstream of the Ganges, originates from the Gangotri Glacier. It combines with Alaknanda at Devprayag to form the Ganges.
146. The 'Jog Falls' is located in which state?
Karnataka: Jog Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in India, is located in the Shivamogga district of Karnataka.
147. Which Indian state is known as the 'Land of Dawn-Lit Mountains'?
Arunachal Pradesh: The literal meaning of Arunachal Pradesh is "land of dawn-lit mountains," referring to its easternmost location.
148. The 'Tawang Monastery', a significant Buddhist monastery, is located in which state?
Arunachal Pradesh: Tawang Monastery is the largest monastery in India and the second largest in the world, located in Arunachal Pradesh.
149. Which port is the busiest container port in India?
Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT), Navi Mumbai: JNPT, located in Navi Mumbai, is India's premier container port.
150. The 'Eastern Coastal Plains' include which major deltaic region?
Mahanadi Delta / Godavari Delta / Krishna Delta / Kaveri Delta: The Eastern Coastal Plains are characterized by several large and fertile river deltas formed by eastward-flowing rivers.
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