GEOGRAPHY Important Questions Series 5
BPSC TRE 3.0 6-8 TGT SST geography
G-1. Which state is the first in India who has made roof top rainwater harvesting structure legally compulsory to all houses ?
(A) Haryana
(B) Rajasthan
(C) Tamil nadu
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- Tamilnadu
Rooftop rainwater harvesting structure – The roof becomes the catchment in rooftop irrigation, and rainwater is obtained from the house/roof. Building’s It can be contained in a tank or redirected to a facility for artificial recharging. Rooftop rainwater may be collected and deposited for immediate use or recharged into the groundwater system.
Rooftop Rain Water Harvesting is a method of collecting rainwater from roof catchments and storing it in reservoirs. Rainwater can be collected and stored in sub-surface groundwater reservoirs using artificial recharge techniques to meet household needs in tanks.
G-2. What is the length of National Water way No. 2 between Sadiya and Dhubri ?
(A) 1078 km
(B) 1620 km
(C) 1205 km
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- E)
The sadiya-Dhubri stretch of the Brahmaputra river is declared as the National Waterways 2 by the National Waterway act 1988.
The waterway extends for a distance of 891 km from Dhubri to Sadiya.
Presently the waterway is being used by vessels of
Government of Assam,
Army Border Security Forces,
Tourism organizations, and other Private Operators
G-3. Bennur having the evidences of sophisticated irrigation works was located in
(A) Karnataka
(B) Maharashtra
(C) Odisha
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
AnswerA) Karnataka
Hydraulic Structures in Ancient India
In the first century B.C., Sringaverapura near Allahabad had sophisticated water harvesting system channelling the flood water of the river Ganga.
During the time of Chandragupta Maurya, dams, lakes and irrigation systems were extensively built.
Evidences of sophisticated irrigation works have also been found in Kalinga, (Odisha), Nagarjunakonda (Andhra Pradesh), Bennur (Karnataka), Kolhapur (Maharashtra), etc.
In the
Century, Bhopal Lake, one of the largest artificial lakes of its time was built.
In the
Century, the tank in Hauz Khas, Delhi was constructed by Iltutmish for supplying water to Siri Fort area.
G-4. The Kumaon Himalayas is located between
(A) Ramganga and Kali rivers
(B) Satluj and Ramganga rivers
(C) Satluj and kali rivers
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- C) Sutlej and Kali river
G-5. Which of the following states is known for bamboo drip irrigation system ?
(A) Meghalaya
(B) Jharkhand
(C) Assam
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- A) Meghalaya
Bamboo drip irrigation system a very old practice seen in Indian state Meghalaya
Bamboo drip irrigation system is a 200-year-old system in Meghalaya.
It Is a system of tapping stream and spring water by using bamboo pipes.
In a bamboo drip irrigation system bout 18-20 litres of water enters the bamboo pipe system, gets transported over hundreds of metres, and finally reduces to 20-80 drops per minute at the site of the plant.
The word Meghalaya means “adobe of clouds.
The longest natural cave in India ‘Krem Liat Prah’ is in Meghalaya.
Gasi, Gharo, Jaintia hills are situated in Meghalaya.
Rajiv Gandhi Indian Institute of Management is situated in Meghalaya.
G-6. The konkan railway along the west coast of India faces the problem of
(A) Tsunami
(B) Landslide
(C) Sinking of track
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- B) Landslide
Konkan railway along the west coast of India faces the problem of
(a) Dry dust storms around the year.
(b) Continuous flooding of railway tracks in the rainy season.
© passengers travelling without tickets.
d) Sinking of track in some stretches and land slides.
G-7. The Betwa river flows from
(A) South-west to North-east
(B) West to East
(C) North to South
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- A) South -West to North-East
The Betwa is a river in Northern India and a tributary of the Yamuna.
It rises in the Vindhya Range (Raisen) just north of Hoshangabad in Madhya Pradesh and flows north-east through Madhya Pradesh and Orchha to Uttar Pradesh.
Nearly half of its course, which is not navigable, runs over the Malwa Plateau.
The confluence of the Betwa and the Yamuna rivers is Hamirpur district in Uttar Pradesh, in the vicinity of Orchha.
The Indian navy named one of its frigates INS Betwa in honour of the river Betwa.
Additional Information
G-8. What is the average annual rainfall in Bihar ?
(A) 100 – 200 cm
(B) 200 – 400 cm
(C) 60 – 100 cm
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- A) 100 -200cm
G-9. What is the length of Hazira-Vijaipur-Jagdishpur gas pipeline ?
(A) 1850 km
(B) 1625 km
(C) 1700 km
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- 1700km
This pipeline is about 1700 km. long. Ii Hazira–Vijaipur–Jagdishpur cross country gas pipeline links Mumbai High and Bassien with the fertilizer power and industrial complexes in western and northern India. Iii This artery has provided an impetus to India‘s gas production. Iv The power and fertilizer industries are the key users of natural gas. V Use of Compressed Natural Gas CNG for vehicles to replace liquid fuels is gaining wide popularity in the country.
G-10. Kawar lake is located in which district of Bihar ?
(A) Nawada
(B) Sheohar
(C) Gopalganj
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- E)none of the above
G-11. The Pitti an uninhabited island is known for
(A) Bird sanctuary
(B) Asiatic lion
(C) Mangrove Forest
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer :- A) Bird sanctuary
G-12. Bhimabandh wildlife sanctuary is located in which district of Bihar ?
(A) Supaul
(B) Munger
(C) Gaya
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:-munger
Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in Bihar in the south-west of Munger District.
G-13. Which of the following comprises of purvachal ?
(A) The Jaintia Hills
(B) The Khasi Hills
(C) The Garo Hills
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- D) More than one of the above
G-14. Which district of Rajasthan is majorly known for mica production ?
(A) Ajmer
(B) Khetri
(C) Bhratpur
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- khetri
G-15. The longitudinal valley lying between lesser Himalaya and the Shiwaliks
are known as
(A) Dissected valley
(B) Dwars
(C) Duns
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- C) Duns
The longitudinal valley lying between the Lesser Himalayas and the Shivaliks is called Duns. These valleys are filled with sediments and gravels, resulting from the erosion of the Himalayas and Shivalik uplands. Examples of duns include Dehradun, Kohtri, and Chaukham.
G-16. The phase – I of Ganga Action plan was initiated in the year
(A) 1995
(B) 2000
(C) 1985
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer -C) 1985
G-17. Arabica variety of coffee was initially introduced for cultivation in which hills ?
(A) Anamalai Hills
(B) Baba Budan Hills
(C) Nilgiri Hills
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- B) Baba budan Hills
G-18. The coarse alluvial soils are most commonly found in
(A) Duns
(B) Terai
(C) Chos
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- More than one of the above
Coarse alluvial soils are most commonly found in piedmont plains like Duars, Chos, and Terai. These plains are located at the foothills of the Himalayas and are characterized by coarse sediments deposited by rivers.
G-19. How many railway zones are there in India ?
(A) 12
(B) 16
(C) 10
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- E) None of the above
G-20. Which of the following are major cotton producing states ?
(A) Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh
(B) Maharashtra, Punjab, Haryana
(C) Gujarat, Telangana, Punjab
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Gujarat with the 27% contribution to total cotton production, holds the title of largest cotton producing Indian state, followed by Maharashtra, Telangana and Rajasthan.
Here is the list of top-10 cotton producing states in India 2024:
Top-10 Cotton Producing Indian States 2024
Rank State Contribution to Total Cotton Production
1. Gujarat 27%
2. Maharashtra 23%
3. Telangana 16%
4. Rajasthan 8%
5. Karnataka 6%
6. Andhra Pradesh 5%
7. Haryana 5%
8. Madhya Pradesh 4%
9. Punjab 3%
10. Odisha 2%
G-21. Which of the following ranges is the longest one in the lesser Himalaya ?
(A) Pir Panjal range
(B) Mahabharat range
(C) Dhaula Dhar range
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- A) The Pir Panjal range is considered the longest and most important range within the Lesser Himalayas.
G-22. Bihar’s major sugarcane producing district is
(A) Darbhanga
(B) Champaran
(C) Saran
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
G-23. The Mahanadi drainage basin is shared by
(A) Karnataka
(B) Jharkhand
(C) Chhattisgarh
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- The correct answer is (D) More than one of the above. The Mahanadi drainage basin is shared by Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and smaller portions of Jharkhand, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.
Here's why:
Chhattisgarh: The Mahanadi river originates in Chhattisgarh.
Odisha: The river flows through Odisha before reaching the Bay of Bengal.
Jharkhand, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh: Smaller portions of the Mahanadi basin extend into these states as well.
G-24. Diversion channels in western Himalayas are known as
(A) Khadin
(B) Guls
(C) Palar pani
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:+ The diversion channels in the Western Himalayas are known as (B) Guls. Guls are traditional water harvesting systems used to collect, store, and distribute water.
Explanation: Guls are channels built along the contours of hillsides to capture water from streams and springs, diverting it to villages and fields. They are a key part of traditional water management in the Western Himalayas, particularly in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
G-25. According to Thornthwaite climatic classification eastern Bihar represents which type of climate ?
(A) Moist sub-humid
(B) Monsoon with aridity
(C) Semi-arid
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- ( A) Moist Sub Humid
The ‘C’ type (moist sub – humid) of climate is experienced in large parts of Orissa, Jharkhand, eastern Bihar and Chhattisgarh regions.
G-26. In India, Vembanad Lake is located in
(A) Kerala
(B) Odisha
(C) Rajasthan
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- (A) Kerala
Vembanad Kayal Lake is situated in the state of Kerala, India. It is also known as Vembanad Lake, Vembanad Kol, and Punnamada Lake, and is the largest lake in Kerala. It is also the longest lake in India
G-27. Which of the following is a landlocked
port ?
(A) Paradwip
(B) Vishakhapatnam
(C) Tuticorin
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- B) Vishakapatnam
G-28. What is the percentage share of Bihar’s population in the total population of India according to 2011 census ?
(A) 9.42 percent
(B) 7.80 percent
(C) 7.41 percent
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- E)
G-29. Which city is located on the water divide between the Indus and the Ganga river systems ?
(A) Patiala
(B) Ambala
(C) Chandigarh
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- B) Ambala is situated on the water divide between the Indus and the Ganga waterway Systems.
G-30. The major mineral produced at katni is
(A) Manganese
(B) Bauxite
(C) Mica
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer :- Katni is also known as the city of lime, because it is rich in reserve of limestone.
G-31. When the Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindive were named as Lakshdweep ?
(A) 1975
(B) 1973
(C) 1990
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- 1973 , 1st November
G-32. The central stretch of the western coast is known as
(A) Kannad plain
(B) Malabar coast
(C) Konkan coast
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- A)!Kannad Plains
G-33. Which is the largest bauxite producing
state in India ?
(A) Tamil nadu
(B) Karnataka
(C) Bihar
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- E)
Odisha is indeed the largest bauxite producer in India, holding a significant portion of the country’s bauxite resources. However, the provided answer options include Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Bihar, and among these, Tamil Nadu is the largest bauxite-producing state.
G-34. ‘Rat Hole’ mining is done in which state of India ?
(A) Arunachal Pradesh
(B) Nagaland
(C) Assam
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- C) Assam
G-35. Where was the first cement plant was set up in 1904 in india ?
(A) Hooghli
(B) Mumbai
(C) Chennai
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- Chennai
G-36. What was the percentage decadal growth of population in Bihar during 2001 – 2011 ?
(A) 22.34 percent
(B) 28.62 percent
(C) 25.07 percent
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- C) 25.07%
G-37. Which of the following tributaries of Indus join it in Kashmir region ?
(A) The Shyok
(B) The Hunza
(C) The Nubra
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- D) More than one of the above
G-38. The Malwa plateau pertain to
(A) The Chotanagpur plateau
(B) The Deccan plateau
(C) The Central Highland
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- C) central highland
G-39. Which state passed the first resolution for joint forest management ?
(A) Tamil Nadu
(B) Odisha
(C) Bihar
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- Odisha
G-40. Badampahar iron ore mine is located in
(A) Durg and Bastar districts
(B) Gua and Noamundi districts
(C) Mayurbhanj and Kendujhar
districts
(D) More than one of the above
(E) None of the above
Answer:- © Mayurbhanj and Kendujhar
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