462 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on Indian geography are on this page, in 9 chapters. They cover the physiographic divisions, rivers and lakes, climate, irrigation, agriculture, minerals, industrial regions, the iron and steel, textile and sugar industries, and petrochemical, IT and emerging industries. Each question has an answer and an explanation, in the formats the exam uses.
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RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q231. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Mineral
Prominent Deposit/Mine
A. Copper
i. Bailadila
B. Manganese
ii. Panchpatmali
C. Iron Ore
iii. Malanjkhand
D. Bauxite
iv. Nagpur-Bhandara
Codes:
Explanation
Major mineral deposits in India are distributed across specific regions. Malanjkhand is a key site for copper in Madhya Pradesh, while the Nagpur- Bhandara belt is prominent for manganese. Bailadila is one of the most significant iron ore mines in Chhattisgarh. Panchpatmali in Odisha is known for its massive bauxite deposits, which are essential for the production of aluminium metal.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q232. Which of the following statements regarding the Kudremukh iron ore deposits is incorrect?
Explanation
The Kudremukh iron ore mines operate as a dedicated export unit located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. The ore is not transported by rail to eastern domestic plants; instead, it is moved as slurry through a specialized pipeline to the port at Mangaluru. This efficient transportation method facilitates direct international shipping from the western coast to global markets for processing.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q233. The Malanjkhand deposits of Madhya Pradesh are crucial for India’s industrial sector because they yield a metal primarily characterized by:
Explanation
The Malanjkhand deposits in Madhya Pradesh are a primary source of copper, which is highly valued for its exceptional electrical conductivity and ductility. These properties make copper indispensable in the electrical industry for manufacturing wires, cables, and electronic components. Its ability to be drawn into thin wires while maintaining conductivity is essential for efficient power transmission and modern technological infrastructure.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q234. Consider the following statements about Manganese in India: I. It is found in almost all geological formations but mainly associated with the Dharwar system. II. Odisha is one of the leading producers of Manganese. III. It is widely used in manufacturing bleaching powder and insecticides. IV. The Singhbhum district is solely responsible for manganese extraction in eastern India. V. Major manganese deposits in Maharashtra are located in the Nagpur and Bhandara districts. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Manganese is widely associated with the Dharwar system and is crucial for various industries, including the production of bleaching powder and insecticides. While Odisha is a leading producer and Maharashtra has significant deposits in Nagpur, Singhbhum is not the sole extractor in eastern India. Other regions also contribute to manganese production, making the claim of exclusive responsibility in that area incorrect.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q235. The Khetri copper complex, one of the oldest copper extraction sites in India, is located in which district of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Khetri copper complex is one of India’s oldest and most significant copper mining areas. It is located in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan, situated along the northern part of the Aravalli range. This complex includes several mines and a smelting facility, playing a central role in the domestic production of copper, which is essential for various industrial and electrical applications.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q236. Which of the following is a correctly matched pair of a copper mine and its respective state?
Explanation
The Khetri copper belt is located in Rajasthan and remains a primary center for copper extraction in India. Other pairings are incorrect; Malanjkhand is in Madhya Pradesh, and the Ghatsila mines are situated in Jharkhand. These regions are geologically significant because they host the major copper reserves required for the country’s electrical and manufacturing sectors, despite India’s overall resource scarcity.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q237. The historic Zawar mines of Rajasthan are globally recognized for being one of the oldest extraction sites for which of the following minerals?
Explanation
The Zawar mines near Udaipur in Rajasthan are among the oldest and most famous mining sites in the world. They are globally recognized for the historic and modern extraction of lead and zinc ores. These mines contain polymetallic deposits where lead and zinc are typically found together, along with silver as a valuable by-product recovered during the metal refining process.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q238. The Sukinda Valley is globally renowned for containing over 95% of India’s reserves of which of the following minerals?
Explanation
The Sukinda Valley in Odisha is globally significant because it contains nearly ninety-five percent of India’s chromite reserves. Chromite is an essential mineral used in the production of stainless steel and various chemical industries. The valley’s high concentration of this mineral makes Odisha the dominant producer, supporting both domestic metallurgical requirements and international trade through the export of high-grade ore.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q239. Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Limestone deposits are heavily sought after by the cement manufacturing industry. Reason (R): Limestone is the basic raw material required for the production of cement clinker. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
Limestone is the fundamental raw material used in the cement industry. It provides the necessary calcium carbonate that is processed at high temperatures to create cement clinker. Because of this essential role, cement manufacturing plants are consistently located near large limestone deposits to ensure a steady supply. The geological presence of limestone thus directly dictates the location and feasibility of cement production.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q240. Mica is extensively utilized in the electrical and electronic industries primarily because of which unique combination of properties?
Explanation
Mica is highly valued in the electrical and electronic industries due to its unique physical and chemical properties. It possesses excellent dielectric strength, low power loss, and a high resistance to high voltage. These characteristics allow mica to function as an effective insulator in various components like capacitors and high-pressure steam boilers, where maintaining electrical stability under thermal stress is critical.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
231
(a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii
232
(b) Ore is transported by rail to the east for domestic steel plants.
233
(b) High electrical conductivity and ductility
234
(d) IV only
235
(c) Jhunjhunu
236
(d) Khetri - Rajasthan
237
(c) Lead and Zinc
238
(a) Chromite
239
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
240
(b) High di-electric strength and resistance to high voltage
Key facts from Indian Geography
The RPSC syllabus lists Indian physiography, climate, rivers and lakes, irrigation, important crops, metallic and non-metallic minerals, and industrial regions and industries.
Physiography and rivers are asked through locations: the highest peak of a range, the origin of a river, a lake and its state.
Minerals and industries questions link a mineral or plant to its State, for example Khetri copper in Jhunjhunu or Bhilai steel in Chhattisgarh.
Agriculture and irrigation questions test crops, their leading States and the major projects and disputes.
The questions often include Rajasthan items, such as the Luni, Zawar and the Indira Gandhi Canal.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Indian Geography?
This page has 462 practice MCQs on Indian Geography. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Indian geography set cover?
Nine chapters: physiographic divisions of India, major rivers and lakes, climate, irrigation, agriculture (food, commercial and plantation crops), minerals (metallic and non-metallic), major industrial regions, iron and steel, textile and sugar industries, and petrochemical, IT and emerging industries.
Is Indian geography in the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. RPSC lists the physiographic divisions, climate, rivers and lakes, irrigation, agriculture, minerals and industries of India in the Geography of World and India section of the syllabus.
How should I prepare Indian geography for RAS Prelims?
Keep a map of India and mark every place that comes up: peaks, rivers, lakes, mines and plants. Attempt each chapter, read the explanations and revise State-wise lists of crops, minerals and industries.
