Places and Locations: Indian Geography: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Geography)
12 previous year UPSC Prelims questions on Places and Locations: Indian Geography (Geography). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
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UPSC 2007Geography · Places and Locations: Indian Geography
Q11. In which State is the Guru Shikhar Peak located?
Explanation
Guru Shikhar, literally translated as the ‘peak of the guru’’ stands as the highest point of the Aravalli Range in the state of Rajasthan, India. Guru Shikhar, at 1,722 meters is the highest peak in Rajasthan. It is a sacred site with a temple dedicated to the Dattatreya Temple believed to be an incarnation of the Hindu Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva). It houses the Mount Abu Infrared Observatory (MIRO), one of India’s most important astronomical observatories which is managed by the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad.
UPSC 2007Geography · Places and Locations: Indian Geography
Q12. Match List I with elect the List II and correct answer using the code given below the lists:
List-I (Town)
List-II (River Nearer to it)
A. Betul
1. Indravati
B. Jagdalpur
2. Narmada
C. Jabalpur
3. Shipra
D. Ujjain
4. Tapti
Explanation
India’s rivers have profoundly shaped its cities, influencing their growth, culture, and identity. A is correctly matched with 4: Betul is located in the southern part of Madhya Pradesh near the Tapti River. The Tapti originates from the Satpura range in Multai (Betul district), Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the few rivers in peninsular India that follows a westward course. B is correctly matched with 1: Jagdalpur in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh lies on the Indravati River. The Indravati River originates in Odisha and is a tributary of the Godavari River. It flows through Chhattisgarh, carving deep gorges and supporting the famous Chitrakote Waterfalls, often referred to as the "Ni-agara of India." The river is crucial for the region’s biodiversity, especially for wildlife in the Indravati National Park. C is correctly matched with 2: Jabalpur is situated on the banks of the Narmada River. The Narmada is one of India’s most sacred rivers and is often called the "Lifeline of Madhya Pradesh." It originates from Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh and flows westward into the Arabian Sea. The river forms the famous Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat, where it carves through white limestone, creating a stunning natural spectacle. The Dhuandhar Falls is located near Jabalpur on the Narmada. D is correctly matched with 3: Ujjain is located on the banks of the Shipra River. The Shipra is a tributary of the Chambal River and holds immense religious significance. Every 12 years it hosts the Kumbh Mela (Simhastha Kumbh), one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. The river’s connection to Lord Shiva and Ujjain’s importance as one of the seven Moksha-puris (sacred cities) in Hinduism make it highly revered.
Answer key for these questions
Q
UPSC year
Correct answer
11
2007
(a) Rajasthan
12
2007
(b) A-4; B-1; C-2; D-3
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