Q61. Which of the following is not a general characteristic of the Peninsular river systems in India?
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Q62. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Codes:
| River System | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| A. Himalayan Rivers | i. Form estuaries instead of deltas |
| B. Peninsular East-Flowing Rivers | ii. Drain into salt lakes or disappear in sand |
| C. Peninsular West-Flowing Rivers | iii. Form extensive deltas on the coast |
| D. Inland Drainage | iv. Antecedent and perennial in nature |
Explanation
Himalayan systems are antecedent, meaning they existed before the mountain ranges were fully uplifted. East-flowing Peninsular rivers carry heavy sediment loads that form large deltas at the coast. West-flowing rivers move through steep rift valleys, entering the sea via narrow estuaries. Inland drainage systems typically terminate in salt lakes or dissipate within arid desert sands.
Q63. Consider the following statements regarding the Indus river system:
I. The Chenab is the largest tributary of the Indus.
II. The Sutlej originates from the Rakas lake in Tibet.
III. The Jhelum flows through the Wular Lake.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The Chenab is the largest tributary of the Indus.
II. The Sutlej originates from the Rakas lake in Tibet.
III. The Jhelum flows through the Wular Lake.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Chenab serves as the most significant tributary of the Indus by volume. The Sutlej begins its journey at the Rakas lake in the Tibetan plateau before entering India. The Jhelum traverses the Kashmir Valley and passes through the Wular Lake. All these rivers form vital components of the extensive Indus basin drainage network.
Q64. Under the provisions of the Indus Water Treaty of 1960, India has exclusive rights over the waters of which of the following rivers?
Explanation
The Indus Water Treaty allocated the usage of the six major rivers between India and Pakistan. According to this international agreement, India was granted exclusive rights to utilize the waters of the three eastern rivers. These specific rivers are the Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej. This distribution ensures water security for irrigation and power projects in northwestern India.
Q65. Consider the following dams/reservoirs on the Kaveri river system:
I. Harangi Dam
II. Krishna Raja Sagara Dam
III. Mettur Dam
IV. Grand Anicut (Kallanai)
Which of the above is the correct sequence from upstream to downstream?
I. Harangi Dam
II. Krishna Raja Sagara Dam
III. Mettur Dam
IV. Grand Anicut (Kallanai)
Which of the above is the correct sequence from upstream to downstream?
Explanation
The Kaveri river flows from the Western Ghats toward the Bay of Bengal. In its upstream section in Karnataka, the Harangi and Krishna Raja Sagara dams are located. Moving downstream into Tamil Nadu, the river passes through the Mettur Dam. Finally, near the delta region, the ancient Grand Anicut, or Kallanai, serves as a crucial structure for water distribution.
Q66. By definition, a rift valley river is one that flows through a linear-shaped lowland between several highlands. Which two ranges bound the Narmada rift valley?
Explanation
A rift valley is a linear lowland formed by the sinking of land between parallel faults. The Narmada river flows through such a valley in central India. This valley is structurally bounded by the Vindhya range to the north and the Satpura range to the south. This unique geological setting dictates the river’s westward course toward the Arabian Sea.
Q67. Which of the following statements about the Narmada river is incorrect?
Explanation
The Narmada river originates from the Amarkantak plateau and flows west through a rift valley. It is famous for the Marble Rocks and the Dhuandhar waterfalls near Jabalpur. Because it flows through hard rocks and has a steep gradient near the coast, it does not deposit enough sediment to form a delta. Instead, it enters the sea via an estuary.
Q68. Identify the correctly matched pair of locations associated with the Narmada river:
Explanation
The Narmada is a major west-flowing river that originates in the Amarkantak region of Madhya Pradesh. It creates several scenic features along its path, such as the Dhuandhar falls. Unlike east-flowing rivers, it does not form a delta. It eventually reaches the end of its journey by creating a significant estuary at the Gulf of Khambhat in the Arabian Sea.
Q69. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Codes:
| West-Flowing River | Geographical Feature |
|---|---|
| A. Narmada | i. Flows between Vindhya and Satpura ranges |
| B. Tapi | ii. Flows south of the Satpura range |
| C. Luni | iii. Disappears in the Rann of Kutch |
| D. Sabarmati | iv. Originates in the Aravalli range |
Explanation
The Narmada flows through the rift valley between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges. The Tapi follows a parallel path to the south of the Satpuras. The Luni is an inland river that eventually disappears into the marshy Rann of Kutch. The Sabarmati originates in the Aravalli range and flows south through Gujarat to reach the Gulf of Khambhat.
Q70. Consider the following statements about the Tapi river:
I. It flows parallel to the Narmada river.
II. Its basin covers parts of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.
III. It is longer in length than the Narmada river.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It flows parallel to the Narmada river.
II. Its basin covers parts of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.
III. It is longer in length than the Narmada river.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Tapi is a major west-flowing river that runs parallel to the Narmada. Its basin is shared by the states of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat. Although it is a significant river, it is much shorter in length compared to the Narmada. Both rivers are unique because they flow westwards, contrary to the general eastward slope of the Indian peninsula.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 61 | (c) They exhibit highly meandering courses in their middle stages |
| 62 | (a) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii |
| 63 | (d) I, II and III |
| 64 | (b) Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej |
| 65 | (a) I, II, III, IV |
| 66 | (c) Vindhya and Satpura |
| 67 | (a) It forms a broad and extensive delta at its mouth |
| 68 | (d) Estuary location - Gulf of Khambhat |
| 69 | (a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv |
| 70 | (a) I and II only |
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.