India Map Basics — Set 3
Geography · भारत का मानचित्र · Questions 21–30 of 60
In which state is the 'Rann of Kutch' located?
Correct Answer: C. Gujarat
The Rann of Kutch is a massive salt marsh located in the Thar Desert bio-geographic region. It is famous for the white desert landscape and the Rann Utsav. This area lies within the state of Gujarat.
Which state is known as the 'Sugar Bowl of India'?
Correct Answer: D. Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is the leading producer of sugarcane in the country. The fertile plains of the Ganga provide ideal conditions for this crop. It also has the highest number of sugar mills.
Which state shares a border with only one Indian state?
Correct Answer: C. Sikkim
Sikkim shares its domestic border only with the state of West Bengal. However, it shares international borders with three countries: China, Nepal, and Bhutan. Meghalaya is another state that borders only one Indian state (Assam).
Which river is often called the 'Ganga of the South'?
Correct Answer: D. Kaveri
The Kaveri river is sacred to the people of South India and is often referred to as Dakshin Ganga. It originates from the Brahmagiri Hills in Karnataka. Note that Godavari is also called 'Dakshina Ganga' due to its length.
Which state is the easternmost among the following?
Correct Answer: A. Nagaland
Among the given options, Nagaland is situated further to the east. It shares an international border with Myanmar. Kohima is the capital city of Nagaland.
Which Union Territory is spread across three different states?
Correct Answer: C. Puducherry
Puducherry consists of four non-contiguous districts located in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. The districts are Puducherry, Karaikal, Yanam, and Mahe. These areas were former French colonies.
What is the rank of India in the world in terms of area?
Correct Answer: A. Seventh
India is the seventh largest country in the world by land area. It follows Russia, Canada, China, USA, Brazil, and Australia. It occupies about 2.4% of the total land surface area of the world.
Which state has the lowest population density according to 2011 census?
Correct Answer: B. Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh has only 17 persons per square kilometer. This is due to its mountainous terrain and thick forest cover. Bihar has the highest population density among Indian states.
Which state has the highest literacy rate in India?
Correct Answer: B. Kerala
Kerala consistently maintains the highest literacy rate in the country. It has achieved near-total literacy through various social reforms and government initiatives. Mizoram usually follows in the second position.
The 'Macmahon Line' is a border between India and which country?
Correct Answer: C. China
The Macmahon Line is the effective boundary between Northeast India and the Tibetan region. It was proposed by Henry McMahon at the Simla Convention in 1914. China officially contests the legality of this line.