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The correct answer is Anaimudi.

Key Points

• Anaimudi is the highest peak of the Indian Peninsula that is the Western Ghats and South India.
• It is located in the Idukki district of Kerala.
• This peak resembles the shape of the 'Elephant forehead'.
• It has a height of 2695 m.
• It is situated in the Eravikulam National Park.
• This peak is home to Asian Elephants, Nilgiri Tahrs and Gaurs.

Additional Information

• Ootacamund:
  • It is a city located in Tamil Nadu.
  • Now, it is known as Ooty.
  • It is a hill station in the Nilgiri Hills. 
• Dodabeta:
  • ​It is the highest peak of the Nilgiri Mountains (Blue Mountains).
  • It is located in the state of Tamil Nadu.
  • It has a height of 2637 m.
• Mahabaleshwar:
  • It is a hill station located in Maharashtra.
  • It is situated in Satara district.
  • It is famous for Strawberries, Mulberries, and carrots.
  • The Krishna River originates from here.

The correct answer is 'Five'.

Key Points:Five Indian States share a border with Nepal. They are as follows:

• Uttarakhand
• Uttar Pradesh
• Bihar
• West Bengal
• Sikkim

Thus, the correct answer is Five.Hint:

The trick to remember the Indian States sharing a border with Nepal:

SUBBU

S - Sikkim

U - Uttar Pradesh

B - Bihar

B - Bengal (West Bengal)

U - Uttarakhand

The correct answer is Betwa.

• Betwa originates from the Vindhya Range.

Key Points

• Vindhya Range: 
  • The elevation of the Vindhyan Range is 300 to 650 m.
  • Vindhya Range is mostly composed of horizontally bedded sedimentary rocks of ancient age.
  • It acts as a watershed between the Ganga system and the river systems of South India.
  • Rivers like Chambal, Betwa, and Ken rise from Vindhya Range.
  • The Betwa river is a tributary of Yamuna.
  • Betwa river flows in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.

Additional Information 

• Kaveri originates in Brahmgiri Range in Western Ghats.
  • Harangi, Hemavati, Arkavati,  Kabini River, and Noyyal River are tributaries.
• Chenab originates from Bara Lacha Pass.
• Gomati river originates from Gomat Taal.

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The correct answer is Emergent coast.

Key Points

• The Eastern Coastal Plains of India are classified as an emergent coast, which means they have been formed due to the gradual upliftment of land or a fall in sea level.
• These plains stretch along the eastern edge of India, covering states like Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and parts of West Bengal.
• The region is marked by extensive deltas formed by rivers like the Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri, which contribute to the fertile soil.
• Emergent coasts are characterized by features such as wide plains, lagoons, backwaters, and riverine estuaries, which are prominent along India’s Eastern Coastal Plains.
• These plains are generally flat and low-lying, making them suitable for agriculture and settlement.

Additional Information

• Emergent Coast:
  • An emergent coast forms due to tectonic uplift or a drop in sea level, exposing previously submerged areas.
  • Such coasts often feature raised beaches, marine terraces, and expansive plains.
  • India’s Eastern Coastal Plains are an example, showcasing deltaic formations and fertile lands.
• Submerged Coast:
  • Formed due to rising sea levels or subsidence of land, resulting in features such as bays, fjords, and estuaries.
  • India’s Western Coastal Plains exhibit characteristics of a partially submerged coast.
• River Deltas:
  • Rivers like the Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri contribute to the formation of fertile deltas along the Eastern Coastal Plains.
  • These deltas are vital for agriculture and host biodiversity-rich ecosystems.
• Coastal Importance in India:
  • The Eastern Coastal Plains are crucial for agriculture, fishing, and port-based trade.
  • Prominent cities like Chennai, Visakhapatnam, and Kolkata are located along this coast.

The correct answer is Vindhya Hills.

Key Points

• The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, is primarily located in the northwestern part of India and southeastern Pakistan.
• Surrounding features of the Thar Desert include the Aravalli Range, Rann of Kachchh, and the Indus River Plain.
• The Vindhya Hills are geographically situated farther south and do not form part of the surrounding features of the Thar Desert.
• The Thar Desert is bordered by the Rann of Kachchh in Gujarat to the southwest and the Aravalli Range to the southeast.
• The Indus River Plain lies to the west of the Thar Desert and forms part of its broader geographical context.

Additional Information

• Thar Desert Geography:
  • The Thar Desert spans approximately 200,000 square kilometers and covers parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana in India.
  • It is characterized by sandy terrain, dunes, sparse vegetation, and extreme temperature variations.
• Aravalli Range:
  • The Aravalli Range is one of the oldest mountain ranges in India and acts as a natural barrier between the Thar Desert and the fertile regions of eastern Rajasthan.
  • It plays a significant role in influencing the climate and ecology of the Thar Desert.
• Rann of Kachchh:
  • Located in Gujarat, the Rann of Kachchh is a salt marsh and forms the southwestern boundary of the Thar Desert.
  • It is known for its unique ecosystem and the famous Rann Utsav cultural festival.
• Vindhya Hills:
  • The Vindhya Hills are located in central India and are considered a geographical divide between northern and southern India.
  • They do not have a direct connection to the Thar Desert's geographical features.
• Indus River Plain:
  • The Indus River Plain lies to the west of the Thar Desert and is part of the broader drainage system of the region.
  • This plain is fertile and contrasts with the arid conditions of the Thar Desert.

The correct answer is Sikkim.

Key Points

• Sikkim shares international boundaries with Bhutan, China, and Nepal.
• Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram share an international boundary with Myanmar.

The correct answer is the Zanskar Range.

Key Points:

Zoji La Pass:

• It is in the Zaskar range in the Indian union territory of Ladakh.
• The road route from Srinagar to Leh goes through this pass.
• It was formed by the Indus river.

Shortcut Trick

Himalayan Ranges from north to south-

• TRICK:- Kal Jana Padega Desh Se.
• K = Karakoram  J= Zaskar D = Dhauladhar S = Shiwalik

Main Passes tricks-

• Sikkim
  • Nathuram Sikkim Jail Gaya - Nathula, and Jelep La Pass
• Himachal Pradesh
  • Rohit barah bje ship lene gaya
    • Rohtang Pass, Barah Pass, Shipkila Pass
• Arunachal Pradesh
  • Dipu ne likha pyara patra
    • Dipu La, Likhapani and Pangsan pass

https://www.dangerousroads.org/asia/india/111-zoji-la-pass-india.html

The correct answer is 8.

Key Points

• The latitude approximately 23°27′ N of the terrestrial equator is called tropic of cancer.
• There are 16 countries through which the tropic of cancer passes.
• The tropic of cancer is the only latitude pass through India.
• The tropic of cancer passes through 8 Indian states.
• The 8 Indian states through which tropic of cancer passes through are:
  1. Gujarat.
  2. Rajasthan.
  3. Madhya Pradesh.
  4. Chhatisgarh.
  5. Jharkhand.
  6. West Bengal.
  7. Tripura.
  8. Mizoram.

Important Points

• Mahi River is the only river in India that cuts the Tropic of Cancer twice.
• "Bhopal (capital of Madhya Pradesh)” and “Gandhinagar (capital of Gujarat)” is also located fairly close to the “Tropic of Cancer”.  
• The only state capital in India situated on the Tropic of Cancer is Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand.
• Tropic of Cancer passes through 16 countries, 3 Continents, 6 water bodies.​

The correct answer is Kibithu.

Key Points

• Arunachal Pradesh is the easternmost state of India.
• The easternmost point in India is Kibithu.
  • Kibithu is a town in the Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh state.
  • It is located on the LAC (line of actual control).
• Gujarat is the westernmost state of India.
  • Ghuar Mota in the Kutch region of Gujarat is the westernmost point in India.
• Tamilnadu is the southernmost state of India.
  • Indira Point is the Southernmost point of land in the territory of India.
• Indira Col is the northernmost point of land in the territory of India. 
• Kanyakumari is the southernmost town in mainland India.

Additional Information

• The mainland of India extends between 8°4'N and 37°6'N latitudes.
• The latitude of the northernmost point of India, nearest to minutes is 37° 6'.
• The latitude of the southernmost point of India, nearest to minutes is 8°4'.
• The mainland of India extends between 68°7'E and 97°25'E longitudes.
• The equator represents the zero degrees latitude.
• The equator is the longest latitude.
• All latitudes are parallel to the equator.

The correct answer is Lakshadweep Island.

• The 'Nine Degree Channel' is associated with Lakshadweep Island.

Key Points

• Minicoy Island is separated from the Lakshadweep by Nine degrees Channel. 
• The Union Territory of Lakshadweep is formed by islands like Kalpeni and Suheli Par, and Maliku Atoll and Amindivi.
•  It is so named because it lies on the 9-degree line of Latitude to the north of the equator.

Additional Information

• The Ten-degree channel separates the Andaman group from Nicobar.
• Duncan passage lies between South Andaman and Little Andaman group.
• Eight Degree Channel separates the islands of Minicoy and Maldives.
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The Correct Answer is Seven.
Key Points

• India shares its border with seven countries
  • Afghanistan and Pakistan to the North-West
  • China, Bhutan, and Nepal to the North
  • Myanmar to the far East and Bangladesh to the East.

 Additional Information

• India is located latitudinally in the Northern Hemisphere and longitudinally in the Eastern Hemisphere.
• India has a land frontier of 15,200 km.
• The total length of the coastline of the mainland, Lakshadweep Islands and Andaman and the Nicobar Islands is 7,516.6 km.
• Sri Lanka (from the South-East) and Maldives (from the South-West) are two countries with water borders.

The correct answer is 8.

Key Points

• Over 8 Indian states do the Deccan Plateau extend.
• The Deccan Plateau covers the majority of the southern part of the country.
  • It is located between three mountain ranges and extends over eight Indian states. 
    • Telangana
    • Maharashtra
    • Karnataka
    • Andhra Pradesh
    • Kerala 
    • Tamil Nadu
    • It also covers some parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhatisgarh.
  • These mountain ranges rise from their respective nearby coastal plains and nearly meet at the southern tip of India.
  • The plateau is very big and there are many habitats :
    • different Ecosystems with different sorts of vegetation, climate, geology, and animals.
  • The plateau covers 422,000 square kilometers (163,000 sq mi), 43 percent of India's landmass.

​Additional Information

• The Deccan Plateau is a large plateau that covers most of South India.
  • It is triangular, surrounded by three mountain ranges. 
• The plateau is located between two mountain ranges, the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.
  • The Western Ghats mountain range is tall and blocks the moisture from the southwest monsoon from reaching the Deccan Plateau.
  • This is the reason that the Deccan Plateau region receives very little rainfall.

Map of Deccan Plateau:

The Correct Answer is Minicoy.

Key Points

• The Minicoy Island is the southern-most island of Lakshadweep.
• It is situated at a distance of 398 km (215 nautical miles) south-west of Kochi between 8° 15′ and 8° 20′ N latitude and 73° 01′ and 73° OS’ E longitude.
• It has an area of 4.80 sq km.
• This island lies near the 9 ⁰ Channel.

 Important Points

• Bitra Island is the smallest inhabited island of Lakshadweep with a land area of 0.105 sq km.
• Kavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
• Amini Island is at a distance of 407 km (220 nautical miles) from Kochi and located between Kavaratti Island in the south and Kadmat Island in the north.

The correct answer is Zoji La.

Key Points

• Zoji La is a mountain pass located in the Himalayas in Ladakh.
• Zoji La connects Srinagar and Leh.
• It connects the Kashmir Valley to its west with the Dras and Suru valleys to its northeast and the Indus valley further east.
• Zoji La pass is the lifeline that keeps the people of Ladakh in touch with the rest of the world.
• The elevation of Zoji La is 3,528m (11,575ft) above sea level.
• It is one of the most treacherous passes in the world.
• Zojila tunnel project was launched in 2018.

Additional Information

• Bara-Lacha-La Pass connects Lahaul district in Himachal Pradesh with Leh district in Ladakh.
• Jelep La Pass connects Sikkim with the autonomous region of Tibet, China.
• Nathu La Pass connects Sikkim with the autonomous region of Tibet, China.
• Rohtang Pass connects Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys of Himachal Pradesh.
• Shipki La Pass connects the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh with the autonomous region of Tibet, China.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e., Nilgiri.

• Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Mountains with a height of approximately 2637 m.
• Dodabetta is located approximately 10 km away from Ooty in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu, India.
• Anaimudi is the highest peak in the whole of southern India - 2695m.

Some of the mountain ranges in India are: