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Top 100 Indian Geography GK Questions

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Q :  

Johannesburg is famous for which of the following?

(A) Iron

(B) Mica

(C) Stone

(D) Gold mine

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
Therefore, Johannesburg is known for mining for gold.


Q :  

Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary of Rajasthan was notified as to the _____ tiger reserve of India.

(A) 51

(B) 52

(C) 53

(D) 54

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary has been notified as a tiger reserve. It is the fourth tiger reserve of Rajasthan and 52nd tiger reserve of India. It was notified on May 16, 2022.


Q :  

Which river originates from the Amarkantak plateau?

(A) Narmada River

(B) Son River

(C) Betwa River

(D) Godavari River

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. Narmada River is the fifth largest river of India which flows through Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

2. The Narmada River (Rewa) serves as a traditional boundary between North and South India.

3. It originates from the Amarkantak peak of Maikal mountain and flows 1,312 km towards the west and joins the Gulf of Khambhat.

4. Major tributaries from the right side are Hiran, Tendori, Barna, Kolar, Maan, Uri, Hatni and Orsang.

5. Major left tributaries are- Berner, Banjar, Sher, Shakkar, Dudhi, Tawa, Ganjal, Chhota Tawa, Kundi, Goi and Karjan.

6. Narmada River Basin is home to fishes, turtles, crocodiles, beautiful birds and other wildlife.

7. The largest dam built on the Narmada River is "Sardar Sarovar Dam", which is built in Narmada district of Gujarat.


Q :  

Which is the oldest mountain range in India –

(A) Aravali

(B) Western Ghats

(C) Himalayas

(D) Satpura

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Aravali is the oldest mountain range in the geographical structure of India which is about 870 million years old.


Q :  

Which of the following is the mountain range which is the oldest in India?

(A) Himalayas

(B) Vindhyachal

(C) Aravalli

(D) Sahyadri

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Aravali is the oldest mountain range in the geographical structure of India which is about 870 million years old.


Q :  

Which mountain range is located in India?

(A) Arakan Yoma

(B) Suleman

(C) Salt Range

(D) Aravali

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

Aravali is the oldest mountain range in the geographical structure of India which is about 870 million years old.


Q :  

International Tiger Day is celebrated on which of the following days?

(A) January 10

(B) 12 April

(C) 25 August

(D) 29 July

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

1. International Tiger Day is celebrated every year on 29 July.

2. This day is also called Global Tiger Day.

3. This day is celebrated every year to raise awareness about tiger conservation.


Q :  

Which date 'International Tiger Day' is celebrated every year?

(A) 25th July

(B) July 27

(C) 29th July

(D) 30th July

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

1. International Tiger Day is celebrated every year on 29 July.

2. This day is also called Global Tiger Day.

3. This day is celebrated every year to raise awareness about tiger conservation.


Q :  

When is Global Tiger Day celebrated?

(A) 29 July

(B) 29 August

(C) 29 September

(D) 29 June

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. International Tiger Day is celebrated every year on 29 July.

2. This day is also called Global Tiger Day.

3. This day is celebrated every year to raise awareness about tiger conservation.


Q :  

When is World Tiger Day celebrated every year?

(A) 29 July

(B) 30 July

(C) 31 July

(D) 27 July

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. International Tiger Day is celebrated every year on 29 July.

2. This day is also called Global Tiger Day.

3. This day is celebrated every year to raise awareness about tiger conservation.


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