Geography – MCQ – GK Questions

Gangotri glacier is in Uttarakhand in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is one of the largest Himalayan glaciers and the primary source of the Bhagirathi river which joins to form the Ganga.

India and Sri Lanka have discussed a Palk Strait road-rail bridge/tunnel project to restore connectivity between the two nations, reviving the ancient Ram Setu route.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia, located on the Sava River. Known for its Austro-Hungarian architecture, museums, and cultural festivals, Zagreb is a major economic and educational hub in Southeastern Europe.

Karnataka is the largest producer of sunflower in India, contributing about 30% of national production. Major sunflower-growing districts are Tumakuru, Chitradurga, and Davangere. Sunflower oil is a healthy cooking oil rich in vitamin E.