Miscellaneous Indian Geography - Study Mode

[#131] Which of the following combinations of riven and cities situated on their banks is wrong?
Correct Answer

(D) Vijayawada - Narmada

Explanation

Solution: Vijayawada lies on the banks of Krishna River, covered by hills and canals. It is 18.5 km (11.5 mi) from the state capital, Amaravati. and at an altitude of 11 m (36 ft) above sea level.

[#132] Throughout the Ages the maximum number of streams of people came to India via
Correct Answer

(A) The western Himalayan passes

Explanation

Solution: Throughout the ages the maximum number of streams of people came to India via the western Himalayan passes.

[#133] The Koal Project is aimed towards
Correct Answer

(D) Irrigation, flood control and power generation

Explanation

Solution: The Koal Project is aimed towards Irrigation, flood control and power generation.

[#134] Where in India is the rift valley to be found?
Correct Answer

(D) Narmada Valley

Explanation

Solution: Narmada flows westwards through a rift valley between the Vindhyan Range on the north and the Satpura Range on the south. The Narmada, also called the Rewa, is a river in central India and the sixth longest river in the Indian subcontinent.

[#135] To which kind of rock does marble belong?
Correct Answer

(A) Metamorphic rock

Explanation

Solution: Marble is a metamorphic rock that forms when limestone is subjected to the heat and pressure of metamorphism. Under the conditions of metamorphism, the calcite in the limestone recrystallizes to form a rock that is a mass of interlocking calcite crystals.