Question 1

Which of the following rivers is the longest tributary of the Ganges River?

Accepted Answer

The Yamuna River is the longest tributary of the Ganges, with a length of approximately 1,376 km. It originates from the Yamunotri Glacier in the Western Himalayas and joins the Ganges at Allahabad (Prayagraj).

Question 2

Which of the following rivers originates from the Western Ghats and flows eastward to drain into the Bay of Bengal?

Accepted Answer

The Godavari River originates from the Western Ghats in Maharashtra (near Nashik district) and flows eastward across the Deccan Plateau before draining into the Bay of Bengal in Andhra Pradesh. It is the second-longest river in India after the Ganges, with a total length of approximately 1,465 km. The Godavari is also known as the 'Dakshin Ganga' (South Ganges) due to its significance in South India. Therefore, the answer is B.

Question 3

Which mountain pass connects the Kashmir Valley with the Ladakh region?

Accepted Answer

The Zanskar Pass (also spelled Zoji La) connects the Kashmir Valley with the Ladakh region at an altitude of approximately 3,528 meters. It is the main gateway between these two regions and remains closed during winter due to heavy snowfall.

Question 4

The Western Ghats mountain range runs parallel to which coast of India?

Accepted Answer

The Western Ghats run parallel to the western coast of India, extending approximately 1,600 km from the Tapti River in the north to Cape Comorin in the south. They form a natural barrier between the Arabian Sea and the Deccan Plateau.

Question 5

Which of the following soil types is most commonly found in the Deccan Plateau region?

Accepted Answer

Black soil (regur) is the most common soil type in the Deccan Plateau region. It is formed from the weathering of basaltic lava and is rich in iron and magnesium, making it highly fertile and suitable for cotton cultivation.

Question 6

The Narmada River, one of India's major peninsular rivers, originates from the Amarkantak Plateau in Madhya Pradesh and flows westward into the Arabian Sea. Which of the following statements about the Narmada River is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

The Narmada River originates from Amarkantak Plateau in Madhya Pradesh and flows for approximately 1,312 km westward into the Arabian Sea. It forms the boundary between Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat for a significant portion of its course. The river has a rift valley origin, making it unique among Indian rivers. The correct answer is Option C because the Narmada does NOT form the boundary between Maharashtra and Karnataka—it flows through Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. The Godavari River, not the Narmada, forms part of the boundary between Maharashtra and Karnataka in the Deccan region. Therefore, answer is C.

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