OTEE World and Indian Geography 2

Question 1

Which river is often referred to as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its devastating annual floods?

Accepted Answer

Kosi

Answer

The Kosi River is called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because it frequently changes its course and causes massive flooding in Bihar.

Question 2

Which Indian state has the longest coastline among all Indian states?

Accepted Answer

Gujarat

Answer

Gujarat has the longest coastline of approximately 1,600 km among all Indian states, owing to its irregular shoreline.

Question 3

The Brahmaputra River enters India from Tibet through which Indian state?

Accepted Answer

Arunachal Pradesh

Answer

The Brahmaputra enters India through Arunachal Pradesh, passing through the Dihang gorge before flowing into Assam.

Question 4

The Palk Strait separates which Indian state from Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

Tamil Nadu

Answer

The Palk Strait is a narrow channel between Tamil Nadu's southeastern coast and the island nation of Sri Lanka.

Question 5

Which body of water surrounds the Lakshadweep Islands of India?

Accepted Answer

Arabian Sea

Answer

Lakshadweep Islands are a group of coral atolls and reefs located in the Arabian Sea, about 200–440 km off the Kerala coast.

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