India Geography Questions for Competitive Exams

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The Port of Rotterdam is the largest seaport in Europe, and the world's largest seaport outside of East Asia, located in and near the city of Rotterdam, in the province of South Holland in the Netherlands.

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Mercury and Venus are the only planets in our solar system which do not have any natural satellite. Earth has one natural satellite while Mars has two natural satellites.

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
We humans live in the troposphere, and nearly all weather occurs in this lowest layer. Most clouds appear here, mainly because 99% of the water vapor in the atmosphere is found in the troposphere. Air pressure drops, and temperatures get colder, as you climb higher in the troposphere.

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Indian Standard Time is calculated from the clock tower in Mirzapur nearly exactly on the reference longitude of IST at 82°30'E, within four angular minutes. In 1905, the meridian passing east of Allahabad was declared as a standard time zone for British India and was declared as IST in 1947 for the Dominion of India.

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

A sea cliff refers to a steep rocky coast that rises almost vertically above the seawater. Sea cliffs are typically formed by the erosive action of waves over a long period of time, causing the coastline to retreat inland and leaving behind a vertical or near-vertical rock face. These formations are often found in areas with rugged coastlines and are a result of various geological processes and erosion by the sea. Sea cliffs can be impressive natural landmarks and are often admired for their dramatic and picturesque views.

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

The correct answer is Wheat and Maize. For Cotton, light rainfall is needed. For Jute high rainfall and temperature is needed.

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
In different parts of Asia, Africa and South America, shifting cultivation is a common agriculture activity. The name of shifting cultivation in different countries: Tamrai in Thailand, Chena in Sri Lanka, Conuco in Venezuela, Roca in Brazil, Chitemene or tavy in Africa.

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
Alluvial soils: Alluvial soils are widespread soils in India mostly in Northern Plains and River valleys. These soils cover 40% of the total area of the country. Hence statement a is correct These soils are depositional soils transported and deposited by rivers and streams. Alluvial soils are categorised as Khadar and Bangar based on deposition. Hence statement c is correct. Khadar - New alluvium, deposited by floods annually. Bangar- old alluvium, deposited away from flood plains. Both Khadar and Bangar contain Calcerous concentration (kankars). Khadar soil is more fertile than Bangar. Hence option d is correct. Alluvial soils are fertile soils. Their nature various from sandy, loam to clay. Hence statement b is correct. Alluvial soils contain an adequate amount of Potash, phosphoric acid and lime. Hence statement e is correct. These soils are intensively cultivated. They are suitable for the cultivation of Sugarcane, paddy, wheat and pulses. Hence statement f is correct. Alluvial soil colour varies from light grey to ash grey.

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

The Sun and most of the stars change their position in the sky over time. But some stars always appear to be in the same place. An example is Polaris, also called the North Star, which always appears to be sitting directly overhead the North pole. It turns out that your latitude is the angle at which Polaris appears to sit above the horizon. The North Star has the advantage that it stays fixed in the sky - all night long. This North-star has two advantages, known since ancient times. First of all, it tells the direction of the accurate North. Secondly, it may in an easy way to tell your geographical latitude. Your Geographical Latitude = Height of North Star above the horizon. So, if you live in, say, Paris at 48 degrees North, Polaris will be 48 degrees above the northern horizon.

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

Neptune takes the longest time to go around the sun. Neptune orbits the Sun at an average distance of 4.5 billion km. Like all the planets in the Solar System.