Q31. Arrange the following prominent passes of the Western Ghats in the correct sequential order from North to South:
A. Pal Ghat
B. Thal Ghat
C. Bhor Ghat
D. Shencottah Gap
A. Pal Ghat
B. Thal Ghat
C. Bhor Ghat
D. Shencottah Gap
Indian Geography: RAS Prelims MCQs
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.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q32. Which of the following geographic features is officially recognized as the highest mountain peak in the Peninsular Plateau region of India?
Explanation
Anamudi, located in the Anaimalai Hills of Kerala, is the highest mountain peak in the Peninsular Plateau and the entire South Indian region. It reaches an elevation of approximately 2,695 meters. While Doddabetta is the highest peak of the Nilgiris and Mahendragiri is a prominent peak in the Eastern Ghats, Anamudi remains the most elevated point in the peninsular shield.
Q33. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Coastal Plains of India:
Explanation
The Western Coastal Plain is a narrow, submerged coast characterized by high indentation, which provides excellent natural conditions for deep-water ports and harbours. Conversely, the Eastern Coastal Plain is much broader and features extensive river deltas. Because the eastern coast is relatively straight and lacks deep indentations, it is less suited for the development of natural deep-water ports compared to the west.
Q34. Match List-I with List-II:
| Coastal Section | Corresponding Region |
|---|---|
| A. Konkan Coast | i. Kerala |
| B. Malabar Coast | ii. Maharashtra-Goa |
| C. Coromandel Coast | iii. Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh |
| D. Northern Circar | iv. Odisha-Andhra Pradesh |
Explanation
The Konkan Coast covers the northern section of the western plains in Maharashtra and Goa, while the Malabar Coast lies further south in Kerala. On the eastern side, the Coromandel Coast spans the southern maritime reaches of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. The Northern Circar refers to the northern part of the eastern coastal plains, primarily covering Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.
Q35. Consider the following statements about the major West-flowing rivers of the Peninsular plateau:
I. They typically do not form vast deltas at their mouths.
II. They form deep estuaries due to the steep gradient of the Western Ghats.
III. They carry a massive, unmanageable load of alluvium compared to East-flowing rivers.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. They typically do not form vast deltas at their mouths.
II. They form deep estuaries due to the steep gradient of the Western Ghats.
III. They carry a massive, unmanageable load of alluvium compared to East-flowing rivers.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The major west-flowing rivers of the Peninsular Plateau, like the Narmada and Tapi, flow through steep gradients before reaching the Arabian Sea.
Q36. The Lakshadweep Islands, located in the Arabian Sea, are geologically formed primarily from:
Explanation
The Lakshadweep Islands are coral islands, formed by the accumulation of coral polyps over long periods.
Q37. Which of the following geographical oceanic channels is correctly paired with the regions it separates?
Explanation
The Nine Degree Channel separates Minicoy Island from the rest of Lakshadweep. The Eight Degree Channel separates Minicoy from the Maldives, and the Ten Degree Channel separates the Andaman and Nicobar groups, so the other pairs are wrong.
Q38. India’s only confirmed active volcano is located in which distinct part of the country?
Explanation
India’s only confirmed active volcano is on Barren Island in the Andaman Sea. Narcondam is a dormant volcano.
Q39. Consider the following statements regarding the immense economic significance of India’s physiographic divisions:
I. The northern plains provide the primary and most expansive agricultural base of the country.
II. The peninsular plateau acts as the definitive storehouse of major mineral resources.
III. The Himalayas serve as a critical source of rich forest wealth and perennial river systems.
IV. The coastal plains are completely barren and virtually devoid of any agricultural or economic utility.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. The northern plains provide the primary and most expansive agricultural base of the country.
II. The peninsular plateau acts as the definitive storehouse of major mineral resources.
III. The Himalayas serve as a critical source of rich forest wealth and perennial river systems.
IV. The coastal plains are completely barren and virtually devoid of any agricultural or economic utility.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The northern plains are the main agricultural base, the peninsular plateau is a storehouse of minerals and the Himalayas give forests and perennial rivers. The coastal plains are not barren and are useful for agriculture, ports and fishing, so IV is incorrect.
Q40. Which of the following world-renowned mountain peaks does not belong to the Greater Himalayas (Himadri)?
Explanation
Mount Everest, Kangchenjunga and Makalu are in the Greater Himalayas (Himadri). K2 lies in the Karakoram range, so it is the one not in the Greater Himalayas.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 31 | (a) B, C, A, D |
| 32 | (c) Anamudi |
| 33 | (d) The Eastern Coastal Plain is highly indented and ideal for deep-water ports. |
| 34 | (b) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv |
| 35 | (a) I and II only |
| 36 | (d) Massive biological accumulation of coral polyps |
| 37 | (a) Nine Degree Channel - Separates Minicoy Island from the rest of the Lakshadweep archipelago |
| 38 | (b) Barren Island |
| 39 | (c) IV only |
| 40 | (c) K2 (Godwin Austen) |
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.