CDS Indian Geography

Question 1

Which is the longest river in India?

Accepted Answer

Ganga

Answer

The Ganga (Ganges) is the longest river in India, stretching approximately 2,525 km.

Question 2

Which Indian state has the largest area?

Accepted Answer

Rajasthan

Answer

Rajasthan is the largest Indian state by area, covering approximately 342,239 sq km.

Question 3

The Western Ghats run along which coast of India?

Accepted Answer

West coast

Answer

The Western Ghats run parallel to India's western (Malabar) coast for about 1,600 km.

Question 4

Which Indian city is called the 'Silicon Valley of India'?

Accepted Answer

Bengaluru

Answer

Bengaluru (Bangalore) is called the Silicon Valley of India due to its large IT industry concentration.

Question 5

The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?

Accepted Answer

8

Answer

The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 Indian states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, WB, Tripura, Mizoram.

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