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🟢 Geography Optional – Prelims Level

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Q14. Which of the following pairs of river and tributary is correctly matched?

• A. Godavari – Tungabhadra
• B. Krishna – Bhima
• C. Narmada – Chambal
• D. Mahanadi – Son

Correct Answer: B. Krishna – Bhima

Explanation:

Bhima is a major tributary of the Krishna River. Tungabhadra flows into Krishna, not Godavari. Chambal and Son are tributaries of Yamuna and Ganga respectively.

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Q15. Arrange the following mountain ranges from north to south:

1. Pir Panjal
2. Dhauladhar
3. Shiwalik
4. Great Himalaya

• A. 4 – 1 – 2 – 3
• B. 3 – 2 – 1 – 4
• C. 4 – 2 – 1 – 3
• D. 1 – 4 – 2 – 3

Correct Answer: A. 4 – 1 – 2 – 3

Explanation:

Great Himalaya lies in the north, followed by Pir Panjal, Dhauladhar and Shiwalik ranges. Such ordering questions test spatial awareness.

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Q16. Which of the following states has the longest coastline in India?

• A. Maharashtra
• B. Tamil Nadu
• C. Andhra Pradesh
• D. Gujarat

Correct Answer: D. Gujarat

Explanation:

Gujarat has the longest coastline in India due to the extensive Arabian Sea coast and gulfs.

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Q17. Which of the following crops requires standing water for most of its growing period?

• A. Wheat
• B. Jowar
• C. Rice
• D. Bajra

Correct Answer: C. Rice

Explanation:

Rice is a water-intensive crop requiring high temperature and abundant rainfall.

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Q18. Which of the following regions is most prone to cyclones in India?

• A. Western Rajasthan
• B. Punjab Plains
• C. Eastern Coastal Plains
• D. Deccan Plateau

Correct Answer: C. Eastern Coastal Plains

Explanation:

The Bay of Bengal generates more cyclones than the Arabian Sea, making eastern coastal plains highly vulnerable.

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Q19. Which soil type is most suitable for cotton cultivation?

• A. Alluvial soil
• B. Laterite soil
• C. Black soil
• D. Red soil

Correct Answer: C. Black soil

Explanation:

Black soil (regur) retains moisture and is ideal for cotton cultivation.

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Q20. Which one of the following minerals is used mainly in the manufacture of aluminium?

• A. Hematite
• B. Bauxite
• C. Mica
• D. Limestone

Correct Answer: B. Bauxite

Explanation:

Bauxite is the principal ore of aluminium and is found mainly in plateau regions.

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Prelims Elimination Tip:
If two options belong to the same river system or climate, one is usually wrong — eliminate smartly.

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