Indian Geography Practice Question and Answer
8 Q: The oldest mountains in India according to geographical history are
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Answer : 2. "Aravallis "
Explanation :
Aravali is the oldest mountain range in the geographical structure of India which is about 870 million years old.
Q: The oldest mountains in India are
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Answer : 1. "Aravalis"
Explanation :
Aravali is the oldest mountain range in the geographical structure of India which is about 870 million years old.
Q: Where is the " Lingaraj Temple " in India?
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Answer : 1. "Bhubaneshwar "
Explanation :
1. Lingaraja Temple, built in the 11th century, is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is considered to be the largest temple in the city of Bhubaneswar (Odisha).
2. It is built of red stone which is an excellent example of Kalinga style of architecture.
3. Spread over a huge complex, this temple has 150 subsidiary temples.
4. It was built by Somavanshi king Yayati I.
Q: The famous Nek Chand's Rock Garden is located in:
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Answer : 1. "Chandigarh "
Explanation :
1. The famous Rock Garden is located in Chandigarh.
2. The first rock garden in India has been established in Chandigarh.
3. It was constructed in the year 1957 by Officer Nek Chand.
4. The first rock garden of Chandigarh is also known as Nek Chand Rock Garden.
5. It is situated near Sukhna Lake.
Q: Which river is also referred as 'Dakshin Gangs' ?
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Answer : 4. "Godavari"
Explanation :
1. Godavari River is also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' i.e. “Ganga River of South India”.
2. Godavari River is the largest river of South India.
3. The Godavari River flows in northwestern Maharashtra state before flowing eastward across the broad Deccan plateau (Peninsular India).
Q: Which river is known as 'Dakshin Ganga'?
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Answer : 2. "godavari"
Explanation :
1. Godavari River is also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' i.e. “Ganga River of South India”.
2. Godavari River is the largest river of South India.
3. The Godavari River flows in northwestern Maharashtra state before flowing eastward across the broad Deccan plateau (Peninsular India).
Q: Which of the below rivers is also referred to as “Dakshin Ganga’?
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Answer : 2. "Godavari "
Explanation :
1. Godavari River is also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' i.e. “Ganga River of South India”.
2. Godavari River is the largest river of South India.
3. The Godavari River flows in northwestern Maharashtra state before flowing eastward across the broad Deccan plateau (Peninsular India).
Q: Lake Kolleru is situated in which of the following states?
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Answer : 1. "Andhra Pradesh"
Explanation :
1. Kolleru Lake is one of the largest freshwater lakes in India located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, 15 km from Eluru city.
2. Kolleru is situated between Krishna and Godavari delta. Kolleru is spread over two districts – Krishna and West Godavari.