Static Quiz 19 March 2025 (Geography)
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Static Quiz 19 March 2025 (Geography) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which Indian state has the lowest population density as per Census 2011?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
• Arunachal Pradesh has a population density of ~17 persons per sq. km, the lowest among Indian states.
• The rugged terrain, vast forests, and limited accessibility contribute to its sparse population.
• Mizoram (~52 per sq. km), Jammu & Kashmir (~56 per sq. km), and Sikkim (~86 per sq. km) have relatively higher densities.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
• Arunachal Pradesh has a population density of ~17 persons per sq. km, the lowest among Indian states.
• The rugged terrain, vast forests, and limited accessibility contribute to its sparse population.
• Mizoram (~52 per sq. km), Jammu & Kashmir (~56 per sq. km), and Sikkim (~86 per sq. km) have relatively higher densities. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following river sequences is arranged correctly in decreasing order of length?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Brahmaputra – Indus – Ganga – Godavari
Explanation:
• Brahmaputra (~3,848 km, including Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet) is the longest among these.
• Indus (~3,180 km) follows next.
• Ganga (~2,525 km) is third.
• Godavari (~1,465 km) is the longest peninsular river but shortest among these four.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Brahmaputra – Indus – Ganga – Godavari
Explanation:
• Brahmaputra (~3,848 km, including Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet) is the longest among these.
• Indus (~3,180 km) follows next.
• Ganga (~2,525 km) is third.
• Godavari (~1,465 km) is the longest peninsular river but shortest among these four. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which irrigation source contributes the most to the total irrigated area in India?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (d) Tubewells
Explanation:
• Tubewells account for ~45-50% of the total irrigated area, especially in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
• Canals (~25-30%) remain significant, particularly in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
• Wells (~15-20%) are used but less than tubewells.
• Tanks (~2-5%) are mostly found in southern states.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (d) Tubewells
Explanation:
• Tubewells account for ~45-50% of the total irrigated area, especially in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
• Canals (~25-30%) remain significant, particularly in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
• Wells (~15-20%) are used but less than tubewells.
• Tanks (~2-5%) are mostly found in southern states. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Identify the river from the given clues:
• Originates from the sacred tank of Multai in Madhya Pradesh.
• Flows between the Ajanta and Satpura ranges.
• Drains into the Gulf of Khambhat.CorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Tapi
Explanation:
• Tapi (or Tapti) River originates from Multai, Madhya Pradesh, and flows westward.
• It runs between the Ajanta and Satpura ranges before draining into the Arabian Sea (Gulf of Khambhat).
• Narmada follows a similar westward course but originates from Amarkantak, not Multai.
• Mahi and Luni flow in Rajasthan and Gujarat, making them incorrect choices.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Tapi
Explanation:
• Tapi (or Tapti) River originates from Multai, Madhya Pradesh, and flows westward.
• It runs between the Ajanta and Satpura ranges before draining into the Arabian Sea (Gulf of Khambhat).
• Narmada follows a similar westward course but originates from Amarkantak, not Multai.
• Mahi and Luni flow in Rajasthan and Gujarat, making them incorrect choices. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which range originates near the Arabian Sea coast in Gujarat and stretches east through Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Satpura Range
Explanation:
• The Satpura Range begins in eastern Gujarat (near Rajpipla) and extends eastward through Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
• Vindhya Range runs parallel to the Narmada River, but it does not originate near the Arabian Sea.
• Aravalli Range is mostly in Rajasthan and parts of Gujarat but trends north-south, not eastward.
• Toba Kakar Range is in Pakistan.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Satpura Range
Explanation:
• The Satpura Range begins in eastern Gujarat (near Rajpipla) and extends eastward through Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
• Vindhya Range runs parallel to the Narmada River, but it does not originate near the Arabian Sea.
• Aravalli Range is mostly in Rajasthan and parts of Gujarat but trends north-south, not eastward.
• Toba Kakar Range is in Pakistan.
