Geography – GK Questions

Answer: Asola Bhatti

Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary in Delhi is the largest protected area in the national capital (32 sq km). Located on the Delhi-Haryana border, it supports leopards, nilgai, and diverse bird species. The sanctuary is part of the Northern Aravalli leopard corridor.

Answer: Ljubljana

Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia, located on the Ljubljanica River. Known for its green spaces, baroque architecture, and pedestrian-friendly center, Ljubljana is a cultural and educational hub in Central Europe.

Answer: True

The Repetti discontinuity is named after Italian-American seismologist Luigi Repetti. It marks a boundary within Earth's mantle at about 660 km depth, separating the upper and lower mantle based on mineral phase changes.

Answer: Gujarat

Gujarat is the largest producer of groundnut oil in India, contributing about 40% of national production. Major groundnut-growing districts are Junagadh, Rajkot, and Amreli. Groundnut oil is a key cooking oil in Western India.

Answer: Kerala

Kerala is the most digitally advanced state in India, with the highest internet penetration, digital literacy, and e-governance adoption. The state's Akshaya project pioneered digital literacy initiatives. Kerala leads in human development indices.

Answer: Indus

The Indus River is called the 'River of Peace' due to the Indus Water Treaty (1960) between India and Pakistan, which has survived multiple conflicts. The treaty allocates waters of the Indus system and is considered a model of water diplomacy.

Answer: True

The Mizo Hills are located in Mizoram, forming part of the Patkai Range extension. They are covered by tropical evergreen forests and support diverse tribal communities. The hills receive heavy rainfall from the Southwest Monsoon.

Answer: All of these

All three—National Chambal, Bhitarkanika, and Chilika—are important habitats for the Indian softshell turtle. This freshwater turtle is found in rivers, lakes, and wetlands across India. Conservation focuses on reducing bycatch and habitat protection.

Answer: Lough Neagh

Lough Neagh in Northern Ireland is the largest lake in the United Kingdom (392 sq km). It is the largest lake in the British Isles by surface area. The lake supports fishing, tourism, and is an important wetland for migratory birds.

Answer: Pre-monsoon showers

Coffee Blossom Showers are pre-monsoon rainfall in Karnataka during March-April that help in coffee flowering. These showers are caused by convective activity and moisture from the Arabian Sea. They are crucial for Karnataka's coffee industry, which produces about 70% of India's coffee.

Answer: True

The Dardanelles Strait connects the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea (part of the Mediterranean). Together with the Bosphorus, it forms a strategic waterway between Europe and Asia. The strait was the site of the Gallipoli Campaign in WWI.

Answer: Andhra Pradesh

India's first commercial battery energy storage system (BESS) project was commissioned in Andhra Pradesh by AES Corporation. BESS supports grid stability and renewable energy integration. India aims to deploy 50 GWh of battery storage by 2030.

Answer: Kalesar

Kalesar National Park in Haryana is the largest national park in the state (100 sq km). Located in the Shivalik Hills, it supports leopards, elephants, and diverse bird species. The park is part of the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspot.

Answer: Bratislava

Bratislava is the capital and largest city of Slovakia, located on the Danube River near the borders with Austria and Hungary. It is one of Europe's smallest capitals by population but a major economic hub in Central Europe.

Answer: True

India is the largest producer of onions globally, contributing about 25% of world production. Major producing states are Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh. Onions are a key vegetable crop with significant economic and political importance.

Answer: Glacial deposition

Eskers are long, winding ridges of sand and gravel deposited by meltwater streams flowing within or under glaciers. They indicate former ice flow directions. Eskers are common in Scandinavia, Canada, and parts of North America.

Answer: Millets

Millets are called 'Climate-Smart Crops' due to their drought tolerance, low water requirement, and ability to grow in poor soils. They support food security in changing climate conditions. The UN's International Year of Millets (2023) promoted their cultivation.

Answer: Steamboat Geyser

Steamboat Geyser in Yellowstone National Park, USA, is the world's tallest active geyser, with eruptions reaching 90-120 meters. Though unpredictable, it has been erupting frequently since 2018. Old Faithful is more regular but shorter.

Answer: True

India has the largest youth population (15-24 years) in the world, with over 250 million young people. This demographic dividend offers economic potential if supported by education, skills, and employment opportunities.

Answer: Yamuna

The Yamuna River is called the 'Lifeline of Haryana' as it provides water for irrigation, drinking, and industry through the Western Yamuna Canal. The river supports agriculture in the fertile plains of Haryana and Delhi.