Indian geography miscellaneous


  1. What is the source of natural energy of the hot springs at Manikaran in Himachal Pradesh?









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    Manikaran is famous for hot springs that are produced by the emergence of geothermally heated groundwater that rises from the Earth’s crust. The water from hot springs in non-volcanic areas is heated in this manner. An experimental geothermal energy plant has also been set up here.

    Correct Option: A

    Manikaran is famous for hot springs that are produced by the emergence of geothermally heated groundwater that rises from the Earth’s crust. The water from hot springs in non-volcanic areas is heated in this manner. An experimental geothermal energy plant has also been set up here.


  1. Which is the first Indian State to go wholly organic?









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    Sikkim, in December 2015, became India’s first fully organic state by implementing organic practices on around 75,000 hectares of agricultural land. Around 75,000 hectares of agricultural land was converted to certified organic land by implementing organic practices and principles as per guidelines laid down in National Programme for Organic Production.

    Correct Option: B

    Sikkim, in December 2015, became India’s first fully organic state by implementing organic practices on around 75,000 hectares of agricultural land. Around 75,000 hectares of agricultural land was converted to certified organic land by implementing organic practices and principles as per guidelines laid down in National Programme for Organic Production.



  1. Which State has the longest coastline?









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    Gujarat, in the northwestern region of India, has the longest coastline, covering more than 1,600 km. It accounts for 22% of total coastline of the country. Its coast is bordered by the Arabian Sea and the Gulfs of Khambat and Kachchh.

    Correct Option: C

    Gujarat, in the northwestern region of India, has the longest coastline, covering more than 1,600 km. It accounts for 22% of total coastline of the country. Its coast is bordered by the Arabian Sea and the Gulfs of Khambat and Kachchh.


  1. Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?









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    As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 63.82% among all the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Telangana, Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (73.39%) in India.

    Correct Option: C

    As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 63.82% among all the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Telangana, Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (73.39%) in India.



  1. Which of the following State is surrounded by Bangladesh from three sides?









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    Tripura is bordered by Bangladesh to the north, south, and west, and the Indian states of Assam and Mizoram to the east. It is a state in Northeast India. It is third-smallest state in the India.


    Correct Option: D

    Tripura is bordered by Bangladesh to the north, south, and west, and the Indian states of Assam and Mizoram to the east. It is a state in Northeast India. It is third-smallest state in the India.