Political Geography Of India - Study Mode

[#266] The approximate age of the Aravallis range is
Correct Answer

(D) 670 million years

Explanation

Solution: The Aravallis range are the oldest mountain in India. The approximate age of the Aravillis range is 670 million years.

[#267] Port Blair - the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is located in which one of the following islands?
Correct Answer

(D) South Andaman

Explanation

Solution: Port Blair is the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is located in South Andaman. They belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

[#268] Which of the following organisations prepares topographical maps of India?
Correct Answer

(B) Survey of India

Explanation

Solution: The Survey of India is the organization responsible for preparing topographical maps of India. Topographical maps represent the physical features of a region, including its terrain, elevation, and natural and man-made structures. The Survey of India is the national mapping and surveying organization of the country and plays a crucial role in providing accurate and detailed geographical information. The other organizations mentioned do not specialize in this specific function.

[#269] The Himalayas are formed of parallel fold ranges of which the oldest range is ________
Correct Answer

(C) The Great Himalayan Range

Explanation

Solution: The Himalayas are formed of parallel fold ranges of which the oldest range is The Great Himalayan Range. The Great Himalayas are situated to the north of the Lower Himalayan Mountain Range. These mountains are bordered by the Indus River to the west and north. Subsequently, the river takes a southerly bend at Sazin.

[#270] The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli lies between which of the following states of India?
Correct Answer

(D) Gujarat and Maharashtra

Explanation

Solution: Dadra and Nagar Haveli, union territory of India, located in the western part of the country and situated between the states of Gujarat to the north and Maharashtra to the south. It lies some 15 miles (24 km) from the Arabian Sea and about 80 miles (130 km) north of Mumbai (Bombay).