Indian Geography GK Questions for SSC Exam
Which of the following state land is situated on eastern and western coasts-
(A) Puducherry
(B) Kerala
(C) Andhra Pradesh
(D) Maharashtra
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
Puducherry is situated on eastern and western coasts of India. It has four districts.
1. Puducherry and Karaikal-on the coast of Tamil Nadu (eastern coast)
2. Yanam-on the coast of Andhra Pradesh (eastern coast)
3. Mahe-Kerala (western coast)
How many islands are there in Lakshadweep -
(A) 17
(B) 27
(C) 36
(D) 47
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
36 Islands form Lakshadweep. It is the smallest union territory. Its capital is Kavaratti.
Where is Lakshadweep Island located-
(A) Bay of Bengal
(B) Arabian Sea
(C) Indian Ocean
(D) None of these
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
Lakshadweep is situated in south west part of Indian Ocean located in Arabian Sea. Its capital is Kavaratti. It is the smallest of all union territories of India.
The Coast line of India is-
(A) 5500km
(B) 6500km
(C) 7500km
(D) 8400km
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
India’s coast line is 7516km.
Where is Saddle Peak in Andaman and Nicobar Island situated-
(A) Great Nicobar
(B) Middle Andaman
(C) Little Andaman
(D) Northern Andaman
Correct Answer : D