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Physical Geography of India
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Q1
Which of the following is considered the oldest geological formation in India?
Archaean Rock System
Gondwana Rock System
Deccan Trap
Vindhyan Rock System
Explanation
The Archaean Rock System (including the Dharwar system) is the oldest rock system in India, formed billions of years ago during the pre-Cambrian era.
Q2
The Gondwana rock system in India is world-famous for containing reserves of which mineral?
Iron Ore
Coal
Petroleum
Bauxite
Explanation
Over 98% of India's coal reserves are found in the Gondwana rock formations, primarily located in the Damodar, Mahanadi, and Godavari valleys.
Q3
Which mountain range acts as a dividing line between Northern India and the Peninsular Plateau?
Aravalli Range
Vindhyan Range
Satpura Range
Karakoram Range
Explanation
The Vindhyan Range runs parallel to the Narmada Valley and acts as the traditional geological and geographical barrier separating Northern India from the Peninsular Deccan.
Q4
What is the regional name given to the flat, porous, and pebble-studded plain at the foothills of the Outer Himalayas?
Khadar
Bhangar
Bhabar
Terai
Explanation
Bhabar is a narrow belt parallel to the Shiwalik foothills where streams disappear into permeable sediments containing heavy pebbles and rock debris.
Q5
The 'Deccan Traps' were formed during which geological period due to massive fissure volcanic eruptions?
Cretaceous Period
Carboniferous Period
Jurassic Period
Cambrian Period
Explanation
The Deccan Traps were formed during the late Cretaceous period when volcanic basaltic lava flooded the western peninsular shield.
Q6
Which mountain pass connects Srinagar to Leh across the Zanskar range?
Nathu La
Zoji La
Shipki La
Banihaal Pass
Explanation
The Zoji La pass is a vital high mountain pass located in the Indian union territory of Ladakh that links Srinagar to Leh.
Q7
The Malda Fault (or Garo-Rajmahal Gap) separates which two major physiographic units of India?
The Himalayas and the Northern Plains
The Peninsular Plateau and the Meghalaya Plateau
Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats
Thar Desert and Aravalli Range
Explanation
The Malda Fault separates the main Peninsular Plateau block from its northeastern extension, the Shillong/Meghalaya Plateau.
Q8
Which of the following coastal plains features extensive backwaters locally known as 'Kayals'?
Coromandel Coast
Konkan Coast
Malabar Coast
Utkal Plain
Explanation
The Malabar Coast of Kerala is highly famous for its shallow brackish lagoons and backwaters called Kayals, such as the Vembanad Lake.
Q9
What is the name of the highest peak in the Peninsular Plateau of India?
Doddabetta
Anamudi
Mahendragiri
Guru Shikhar
Explanation
Anamudi (2,695 meters) located in the Anaimalai Hills of Kerala is the highest peak of the Peninsular Plateau and Southern India.
Q10
The 'Karewas' formations, highly famous for Saffron (Zafferan) cultivation, are found in which region of India?
Kashmir Himalayas
Kumaon Himalayas
Assam Himalayas
Darjeeling Himalayas
Explanation
Karewas are lacustrine (lake) deposits found forming terraces in the Kashmir Valley, which are highly fertile and ideal for Saffron cultivation.