Quiz on India and its Neighbours

What is the capital of India?

• Kolkata

• New Delhi

• Chennai

• Mumbai

Which mountain range is the highest in the world?

• Eastern Ghats

• Himalayas

• Western Ghats

• Aravalli Range

How many states are there in India?

• 28

• 27

• 30

• 25

Which sea lies to the west of India?

• Bay of Bengal

• Andaman Sea

• Indian Ocean

• Arabian Sea

What is a plateau?

• A flat area of land higher than surrounding land

• A type of mountain

• A desert region

• A coastal area

Which of the following is NOT a physical division of India?

• The Southern Plateau

• The Western Desert

• The Northern Coast

• The Great Northern Plains

What are the Seven Sisters?

• Seven deserts in India

• Seven states in northeastern India

• Seven rivers in India

• Seven mountains in India

Which state is the smallest in India?

• Goa

• Rajasthan

• Maharashtra

• Punjab

What type of map shows physical features like mountains and plains?

• Topographic Map

• Geographical Map

• Physical Map

• Political Map

Which country does NOT share a border with India?

• Pakistan

• Bangladesh

• Nepal

• Sri Lanka