Miscellaneous Indian Geography - Study Mode

[#201] Where is the Black Pogoda?
Correct Answer

(A) Konark

Explanation

Solution: The Black Pogoda is in Konark. The Sun Temple, a magnificent pagoda, is located 2 km from the sea but, in olden times, it was much closer. So, the temple was used as a navigational point by European sailors.

[#202] The Water Fall with the highest fall in India is the
Correct Answer

(A) Jog Falls, Karnataka

Explanation

Solution: The Water Fall with the highest fall in India is the Jog Falls, Karnataka. Jog Fall located at southern state of Karnataka is India's highest waterfall. Its height is 830 feet and is located on Sharavati River.

[#203] The Outer Himalayas correspond with
Correct Answer

(B) The Shiwalik range

Explanation

Solution: The Outer Himalayas correspond with The Shiwalik range. Siwalik Range, also called Siwalik Hills or Outer Himalayas, Siwalik also spelled Shiwalik, sub-Himalayan range of the northern Indian subcontinent. It extends west-northwestward for more than 1,000 miles (1,600 km) from the Tista River in Sikkim state, northeastern India, through Nepal, across northwestern India, and into northern Pakistan.

[#204] Which one of the following shipyards makes warships for the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer

(C) Mazagaon Dock, Mumbai

Explanation

Solution: Mazagaon Dock, Mumbai makes warships for the Indian Navy. It manufactures warships and submarines for the Indian Navy and offshore platforms and associated support vessels for offshore oil drilling.

[#205] Which sanctuary has been selected as an alternative home for the Indian lion?
Correct Answer

(D) Chandra Prabha Sanctuary (UP)

Explanation

Solution: Chandra Prabha Sanctuary (UP) has been selected as an alternative home for the Indian lion.