Geography MCQ Question Answers

Geography Gk (quiz) MCQ question and answers. Suitable for aspirants preparing for SSC-CGL and State Level Examinations of all states and also Bank, SSC, Railway, UPSC conducted NDA/ CDS/ IFS/ IES / CSE etc. examinations.

Geography Rivers And Lakes in India

Q. Consider the following seaports ________ 1. Chennai 2. Machilipattinam 3. Nagapattinam 4. Tuticorin The correct sequence of these ports as one moves from north to south is ________

A.
1, 3, 2, 4
B.
1, 2, 3, 4
C.
2, 1, 3, 4
D.
2, 1, 4, 3

Answer

Correct Answer : 2, 1, 3, 4

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Climate And Weather in India Geography

Q. Consider the following statement and identify with the help of the code the tree with which the statement is related to? The branches of this tree root themselves like new trees over a large area. The roots then give rise to more trunks and branches. Because of this characteristic and its longevity, this tree is considered immortal and is an integral part of the myths and legends of India.

A.
Tamarind (lmli)
B.
Banyan
C.
Neem
D.
Peepal

Answer

Correct Answer : Banyan

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Geography World Geography

Q. Consider the following statements : 1. Where fold mountains run parallel and close to the coast, continental shelf is narrow or absent 2. The average depth of continental shelf is 100 meters 3. Submarine canyons are mostly found in continental slope 4. The submarine flat topped mountains are called guyots.

A.
1, 3 and 4
B.
1, 2, 3 and 4
C.
1, 2 and 4
D.
2 and 3

Answer

Correct Answer : 1, 2 and 4

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Atmosphere Geography

Q. Consider the following statements 1. Tropical cyclones have circular isobars. 2. Tropical cyclones originate entirely within the tropical air mass. 3. The intensity and magnitude of hurricanes generally exceed those of typhoons. 4. Tropical cyclones are more destructive than the western disturbances. Select the correct answer by using the following codes

A.
2 and 3
B.
1, 2 and 4
C.
1 only
D.
3 and 4

Answer

Correct Answer : 1, 2 and 4

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Geography World Geography

Q. Consider the following statements about anticyclones: 1. The winds are divergent, and spiral out from the centre of high pressure 2. The air moves clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and anticlockwise in Southern Hemisphere 3. It is accompanied by heavy rainfall 4. A sudden rise in barometric reading heralds the approach of anticyclone Which of these statements are correct?

A.
2 and 3
B.
1 and 4
C.
3 and 4
D.
2 and 4

Answer

Correct Answer : 2 and 4

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Geography Lithosphere

Q. Consider the following statements about rocks: 1. Shale becomes slate through metamorphosis. 2. Shale is converted to slate when it is subjected to tremendous pressure and high temperature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A.
Both 1 and 2
B.
1 only
C.
2 only
D.
Neither 1 nor 2

Answer

Correct Answer : Both 1 and 2

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Geography World Geography

Q. Consider the following statements about the ‘Roaring Forties’: 1. They blow uninterrupted in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres 2. They blow with great strength and constancy 3. Their direction is generally from North-West to East in the Southern Hemisphere 4. Overcast skies, rain and raw weather are generally associated with them

A.
1, 3 and 4
B.
1, 2 and 3
C.
2, 3 and 4
D.
1, 2 and 4

Answer

Correct Answer : 2, 3 and 4

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Geography World Geography

Q. Consider the following statements associated with Mediterranean climate: 1. It is so named because it occurs extensively in the periphery of Mediterranean sea. 2. These lands are exposed to hot, dry, land winds during the summer months. 3. The seasonal range of temperatures is considerable less than that in other areas of corresponding latitudes. Which of these statements are correct?

A.
2 and 3
B.
1, 2 and 3
C.
1 and 2
D.
1 and 3

Answer

Correct Answer : 1, 2 and 3

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Geography World Geography

Q. Consider the following statements concerning United Arab Emirates: 1. Oman is one of the seven Emirates which form the United Arab Emirates. 2. Dubai is the capital of United Arab Emirates. 3. Fishing and tourism are the key industries of United Arab Emirates. Which of these statements is/are correct?

A.
2 and 3
B.
1 and 2
C.
3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3

Answer

Correct Answer : 3 only

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Environment and Ecology in Indian Geography

Q. Consider the following statements I. Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest National Park of India. II. It was one of the nine Tiger Reserves created at the launch of the Project Tiger in 1973. III. Initially it was named as ‘Haile National Park’. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A.
II and III
B.
I and II
C.
I, II and III
D.
I and III

Answer

Correct Answer : I, II and III

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