CDS Indian Geography 2

Question 1

Which is the highest peak in India?

Accepted Answer

Kangchenjunga

Answer

Kangchenjunga at 8,586 m is the highest peak entirely within India, located in Sikkim.

Question 2

The Sundarbans mangrove forest is located in which Indian state?

Accepted Answer

West Bengal

Answer

The Sundarbans delta mangrove forest is located in West Bengal and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Question 3

Which Indian state is the largest producer of tea?

Accepted Answer

Assam

Answer

Assam is the largest tea-producing state in India, accounting for over 50% of the country's tea production.

Question 4

The Great Indian Desert (Thar Desert) is located primarily in which state?

Accepted Answer

Rajasthan

Answer

The Thar Desert is located mainly in Rajasthan, with parts extending into Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana.

Question 5

Which river is known as the 'Dakshin Ganga' (Ganga of the South)?

Accepted Answer

Godavari

Answer

The Godavari is called 'Dakshin Ganga' because it is the longest river of peninsular India.

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