RRB NTPC Geography and Environment 1

Question 1

The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?

Accepted Answer

8

Answer

The Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) passes through 8 Indian states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram.

Question 2

Which is the deepest lake in India?

Accepted Answer

Manasbal Lake

Answer

Manasbal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir is considered the deepest lake in India, with a maximum depth of about 13 metres.

Question 3

The 'Western Disturbances' that bring winter rainfall to Northwest India originate from:

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean Sea

Answer

Western Disturbances are extratropical cyclones that originate in the Mediterranean Sea and travel eastward, bringing rainfall and snowfall to Northwest India and Pakistan during winter.

Question 4

Project Tiger was launched in India in which year?

Accepted Answer

1973

Answer

Project Tiger was launched on April 1, 1973, by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi to protect the Bengal tiger, starting with 9 tiger reserves.

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct sequence of rivers from west to east along India's west coast?

Accepted Answer

Luni, Sabarmati, Narmada, Tapi

Answer

From north to south along India's western side: Luni (Rajasthan), Sabarmati (Gujarat), Narmada (drains into Gulf of Khambhat), Tapi (south of Narmada).

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RRB NTPC Geography and Environment 1