Indian Geography MCQ GK Quiz

Indian Geography is the study of the physical features, climate, rivers, mountains, natural resources, soil types, and regional divisions of India. It plays a crucial role in understanding the country’s environment, economy, and demographic structure.

This quiz includes multiple-choice questions covering topics like the Himalayas, rivers of India, climatic zones, natural vegetation, important cities and states, and other geographical elements that shape India’s landscape and life.

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Which river is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar"?

  • Ganga
  • Kosi
  • Son
  • Gandak

The Kosi River is called the "Sorrow of Bihar" due to its frequent flooding.

Which is the largest state in India by area?

  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Rajasthan
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Maharashtra

Rajasthan is the largest state in India by area.

Which is the longest river in India?

  • Yamuna
  • Godavari
  • Ganga
  • Brahmaputra

The Ganga is the longest river in India, flowing over 2,500 km.

What is the southernmost point of India called?

  • Kanyakumari
  • Indira Col
  • Indira Point
  • Pygmalion Point

Indira Point, located in the Nicobar Islands, is the southernmost point of India.

Which is the largest delta in the world?

  • Amazon Delta
  • Godavari Delta
  • Sundarbans Delta
  • Nile Delta

The Sundarbans Delta, formed by the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers, is the largest delta in the world.

What is the highest peak in South India?

  • Dodabetta
  • Anamudi
  • Nilgiri Hills
  • Kudremukh

Anamudi, located in Kerala, is the highest peak in South India.

What is the largest freshwater lake in India?

  • Wular Lake
  • Vembanad Lake
  • Dal Lake
  • Chilka Lake

Vembanad Lake in Kerala is the largest freshwater lake in India.

Which Indian state is known as the "Spice Garden of India"?

  • Tamil Nadu
  • Kerala
  • Karnataka
  • Goa

Kerala is referred to as the "Spice Garden of India" due to its spice production.

Which is the only floating national park in the world?

  • Kanha National Park
  • Jim Corbett National Park
  • Keibul Lamjao National Park
  • Kaziranga National Park

Keibul Lamjao National Park in Manipur is the world's only floating national park.

Which river is also known as the "Dakshina Ganga"?

  • Krishna
  • Godavari
  • Cauvery
  • Tungabhadra

The Godavari River is referred to as the "Dakshina Ganga" or "Ganga of the South".

What is the longest dam in India?

  • Hirakud Dam
  • Bhakra Dam
  • Tehri Dam
  • Nagarjuna Sagar Dam

Hirakud Dam in Odisha is the longest dam in India.

Which state in India has the highest population density?

  • West Bengal
  • Bihar
  • Kerala
  • Uttar Pradesh

Bihar has the highest population density among Indian states.

Which is the only active volcano in India?

  • Krakatoa
  • Barren Island
  • Deccan Traps
  • Narcondam

Barren Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is the only active volcano in India.

Which Indian state has the largest forest area?

  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Arunachal Pradesh
  • Chhattisgarh
  • Odisha

Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest area among Indian states.

Which river originates from Amarkantak Plateau?

  • Narmada
  • Mahanadi
  • Godavari
  • Tapi

The Narmada River originates from the Amarkantak Plateau in Madhya Pradesh.