Indian Geography

231. The North-south and East-west Road Corridors of India cross each other

The North-south and East-west Road Corridors of India cross each other at which of the following cities ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Bhopal” option2=”Itarsi” option3=”Gwalior” option4=”Jhansi” correct=”option4″]

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The North-South Corridor and the East-West Corridor are major components of India’s National Highways Development Project (NHDP). The North-South Corridor connects Srinagar in the north to Kanyakumari in the south. The East-West Corridor connects Silchar in the east to Porbandar in the west. These two corridors intersect at the city of Jhansi, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
– The North-South Corridor runs from Srinagar to Kanyakumari.
– The East-West Corridor runs from Silchar to Porbandar.
– The intersection point of these two corridors is Jhansi.
The NHDP is a project aimed at upgrading, augmenting, and rehabilitating major National Highways in India. The Golden Quadrilateral, connecting the four major metropolitan cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata), is another significant part of this project.

232. Which one of the following is the narrow belt parallel to the Shiwalik

Which one of the following is the narrow belt parallel to the Shiwalik foothills where streams and rivers coming from the mountains deposit heavy materials of rocks and boulders ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Tarai” option2=”Bhangar” option3=”Bhabar” option4=”Khadar” correct=”option3″]

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The narrow belt parallel to the Shiwalik foothills where streams deposit heavy materials like rocks and boulders is known as Bhabar.
Bhabar is characterized by porous and stony soil, and streams disappear underground in this region due to infiltration through the coarse deposits.
South of the Bhabar belt is the Tarai belt, a wet, marshy, and densely forested region where the streams re-emerge. Further south lie the alluvial plains, divided into Bhangar (older alluvium) and Khadar (newer alluvium).

233. Consider the following statements about physical features of India :

Consider the following statements about physical features of India :

  • 1. The southern point of the Peninsular Plateau is formed by the Nilgiri Hills where the Eastern and the Western Ghats meet
  • 2. The Cardamom Hills may be regarded as a continuation of the Eastern Ghats

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option1″]

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Statement 1 is correct, and Statement 2 is incorrect.
The Nilgiri Hills are indeed the convergence point of the Western and Eastern Ghats, and they form a significant part of the southern edge of the main Deccan Plateau. The Cardamom Hills are located further south, forming the southernmost part of the Western Ghats range, not a continuation of the Eastern Ghats.
The Peninsular Plateau of India tapers towards the south. The Nilgiris act as a major knot where several ranges meet. The Cardamom Hills, Anamalai Hills, and Palani Hills lie south of the Nilgiris and are considered part of the southern ranges of the Western Ghats.

234. Where is Central Institute of Buddhist Studies situated ?

Where is Central Institute of Buddhist Studies situated ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Leh” option2=”Kullu” option3=”Almora” option4=”Gangtok” correct=”option1″]

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The Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS) is located in Leh.
The Central Institute of Buddhist Studies is a significant institution for the study of Buddhist philosophy, literature, and culture in India.
Established in 1959, CIBS is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is a deemed to be university. It plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting the Buddhist heritage, particularly of the Himalayan region.

235. Which one of the following soils is ideal for growing cotton ?

Which one of the following soils is ideal for growing cotton ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Regur soil” option2=”Laterite soil” option3=”Desert soil” option4=”Mountainous soil” correct=”option1″]

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Regur soil, also known as Black soil or Black Cotton Soil, is highly suitable for growing cotton. This soil type is derived from volcanic rocks and is rich in clay minerals, giving it a high capacity to retain moisture, which is crucial for cotton cultivation, especially in rain-fed areas. Laterite soil is generally not fertile enough for cotton and is better suited for crops like tea and coffee. Desert soil lacks moisture and organic matter, making it unsuitable for cotton without significant irrigation. Mountainous soil varies greatly but is generally not the ideal soil type for widespread cotton cultivation compared to black soil plains.
Regur soil (Black soil) is the most ideal soil for growing cotton due to its fertility and moisture retention capacity.
Black soils are found extensively in the Deccan Trap region of India, covering parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, which are major cotton-growing areas.

236. Which one of the following statements is NOT correct ?

Which one of the following statements is NOT correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Area wise Madhya Pradesh is the fourth largest state in India” option2=”Hornbill festival is celebrated in Nagaland” option3=”Gujarat state contribute 7.9 per cent share to the National GDP” option4=”Telangana is situated in the Deccan plateau in the central stretch of Indian peninsula” correct=”option1″]

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Let’s examine each statement:
A) Area wise Madhya Pradesh is the fourth largest state in India. This statement is incorrect. Based on geographical area, the largest state in India is Rajasthan, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and then Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, Madhya Pradesh is the *second* largest state by area, not the fourth.
B) Hornbill festival is celebrated in Nagaland. This is correct. The Hornbill Festival is an annual festival celebrated in Nagaland, India, typically in the first week of December.
C) Gujarat state contribute 7.9 per cent share to the National GDP. While the exact percentage fluctuates annually, Gujarat is a major industrial and economic hub, and its contribution to India’s GDP is substantial, generally ranging between 7% and 9%. A figure around 7.9% for a specific period is plausible and generally considered correct in the context of such questions.
D) Telangana is situated in the Deccan plateau in the central stretch of Indian peninsula. This is correct. Telangana’s geography is dominated by the Deccan Plateau.
Since the question asks for the statement that is NOT correct, statement A is the answer.
Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state of India by area, making the statement claiming it is the fourth largest incorrect.
The ranking of states by area (approx): 1. Rajasthan (~3.42 lakh sq km), 2. Madhya Pradesh (~3.08 lakh sq km), 3. Maharashtra (~3.07 lakh sq km), 4. Uttar Pradesh (~2.41 lakh sq km).

237. In which one of the following states ‘Roopkund’ lake is located ?

In which one of the following states ‘Roopkund’ lake is located ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Kerala” option2=”Manipur” option3=”Himachal Pradesh” option4=”Uttarakhand” correct=”option4″]

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Roopkund is a high-altitude glacial lake located in the Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is famous for the hundreds of ancient human skeletons found at its edge, giving it the nickname “Skeleton Lake”.
Roopkund lake, known for its mysterious skeletal remains, is situated in Uttarakhand, India.
The lake is typically frozen for most of the year and is a popular trekking destination. Scientific studies suggest the skeletons belong to people who died in a sudden, severe hailstorm around 850 AD, although recent DNA studies have revealed multiple distinct groups died at different times over several centuries.

238. Which one among the following pairs of mine and mineral is NOT correct

Which one among the following pairs of mine and mineral is NOT correctly matched ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Bailadila : Iron Ore” option2=”Zawar : Zinc” option3=”Ghatsila : Copper” option4=”Kudremukh : Bauxite” correct=”option4″]

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Kudremukh in Karnataka is historically famous for its large deposits and mining of Iron Ore, not Bauxite. Bauxite is the principal ore of Aluminium and is commonly found in regions like Odisha, Gujarat, Maharashtra, etc., often in laterite soils. Bailadila is a major Iron Ore mining region in Chhattisgarh. Zawar mines in Rajasthan are known for Zinc and Lead. Ghatsila in Jharkhand is a significant copper mining and smelting center.
Kudremukh was primarily an iron ore mining area.
Kudremukh iron ore mining operations were significant for exports, particularly to Japan. The mine was eventually closed due to environmental concerns and depletion of economically viable reserves.

239. Consider the following statements : 1. The Sharavati river creates J

Consider the following statements :

  • 1. The Sharavati river creates Jog Falls.
  • 2. The Brahmani river is formed by the confluence of the Kosi and Sankh rivers.
  • 3. The Tamraparni is a river of Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

[amp_mcq option1=”1″ option2=”2″ option3=”3″ option4=”None” correct=”option2″]

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Statement 1 and Statement 3 are correct, while Statement 2 is incorrect. Therefore, two statements are correct.
– Statement 1: The Sharavati river is indeed famous for creating the Jog Falls, one of the highest plunge waterfalls in India.
– Statement 2: The Brahmani river is formed by the confluence of the Sankh and South Koel rivers near Rourkela in Odisha, not the Kosi and Sankh rivers. The Kosi river is a major tributary of the Ganges, flowing through Nepal and India.
– Statement 3: The Tamraparni river originates in the Pothigai hills of the Western Ghats and flows through the Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi districts of Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Gulf of Mannar.
Jog Falls is also known as Gerosappa Falls or Joga Falls. The Brahmani is a major interstate river in eastern India, flowing through Odisha. The Tamraparni river is considered sacred in Tamil Nadu and has several temples located along its banks.

240. Consider the following statements : 1. Maharashtra State has the max

Consider the following statements :

  • 1. Maharashtra State has the maximum share of national highways (length in kilometres).
  • 2. The nature of terrain and the level of economic development is one of the reasons for the maximum share of national highways in Maharashtra.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option4″]

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The correct option is D, Neither 1 nor 2.
Statement 1 claims Maharashtra State has the maximum share of national highways (length in kilometres). As of recent data (e.g., from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India), states like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan typically have a greater length of National Highways than Maharashtra. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 2 says “The nature of terrain and the level of economic development is one of the reasons for the maximum share of national highways in Maharashtra.” Since statement 1 is incorrect (Maharashtra does not have the maximum share), statement 2’s premise about reasons for the “maximum share” in Maharashtra is flawed. While terrain and economic development *are* factors influencing road network density and development, stating them as reasons for Maharashtra having the *maximum* share is incorrect because it doesn’t have the maximum share. Therefore, statement 2 is also incorrect as worded.
States with large geographical area, high population density, and significant economic activity tend to have extensive road networks, including National Highways. Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan have large areas, while UP also has the highest population. Maharashtra is economically developed and has diverse terrain, which contributes to its significant, but not leading, position in terms of NH length. Road development plans consider various factors including economic needs, strategic importance, connectivity to major centers, and terrain challenges.
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