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13 questions with worked solutions.
Q1. The Paithan (Jayakwadi) hydroelectric project, completed with the help of Japan, is on the river
Answer: Godavari
The Paithan or Jayakwadi hydroelectric project is located on the Godavari River in Maharashtra. It was developed with assistance from Japan.
Q2. The percentage of irrigated land in India is about
Answer: 35
The irrigated area in India is approximately 35% of the total cultivated land. This is a commonly asked factual geography question.
Q3. The southernmost point of peninsular India, Kanyakumari, is
Answer: north of the Equator
Kanyakumari lies in Tamil Nadu, which is north of the Equator. India does not extend south of the Equator.
Q4. The pass located at the southern end of the Nilgiri Hills in South India is called
Answer: the Palghat Gap
The Palghat Gap is the broad low pass at the southern end of the Nilgiri Hills. It is an important geographical feature in South India.
Answer: I, II and IV
South India has advantages such as higher per acre yield of sugarcane, higher sucrose content, and a longer crushing period due to climate. Lower labour cost is not a standard reason for the growth of sugar production there.
Q6. Nakki Lake is situated in which state?
Answer: Rajasthan
Nakki Lake is located in Mount Abu, which is in Rajasthan. It is a well-known tourist attraction in the Aravalli hills.
Q7. Damodar Valley Project is located in which of the following states?
Answer: West Bengal
The Damodar Valley Project is associated with the Damodar River basin in eastern India. It is located in West Bengal, with related areas also extending into Jharkhand, but among the given options West Bengal is correct.
Q8. Alluvial soil covers almost what percentage of India?
Answer: 40%
Alluvial soil is the most extensive soil type in India, especially in the Indo-Gangetic plains and river deltas. It covers about 40% of the country’s area, making 40% the correct choice.
Q9. The Ukai Dam is the largest reservoir in which state?
Answer: Gujarat
Ukai Dam is built on the Tapi River in Gujarat. It forms one of the largest reservoirs in the state.
Q10. The Ken-Betwa river interlinking project is being undertaken between which two states?
Answer: Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
The Ken-Betwa river interlinking project is a major inter-state water transfer project between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. It aims to transfer surplus water from the Ken basin to the Betwa basin.
Answer: 7,500 km
India's coastline is commonly given as about 7,516 km when the island territories are included. The nearest option is 7,500 km.
Answer: Narmada
The Statue of Unity is located at Kevadia in the Narmada district of Gujarat. It is a well-known landmark near the Sardar Sarovar Dam.
Q13. Which of the following National Parks/Wildlife Sanctuaries is NOT located in Assam?
Answer: Gorumara National Park
Nameri National Park, Kaziranga National Park, and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary are all located in Assam. Gorumara National Park is located in West Bengal, so it is the correct answer.