Hourly Challenge · Geography
🕐 31 Oct 2026 · 4 PM IST
5 questions · 20 seconds each · instant explanations. For PSC, UPSC, SSC, Banking & Railway aspirants. No login needed.
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Which is the longest river of India?
Explanation: The Ganga (about 2,525 km) is India's longest river, flowing from Gangotri to the Bay of Bengal. The Godavari (about 1,465 km) is the longest river of peninsular India and is called the 'Dakshin Ganga'.
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The Tropic of Cancer does NOT pass through which of these Indian states?
Explanation: The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura and Mizoram. It does not pass through Odisha.
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Which strait separates India from Sri Lanka?
Explanation: The Palk Strait lies between Tamil Nadu and the northern tip of Sri Lanka. The Gulf of Mannar lies to its south.
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Which is the highest mountain peak located within India?
Explanation: Kangchenjunga (8,586 m), on the Sikkim–Nepal border, is the highest peak in India and the third highest in the world. Anamudi is the highest peak of South India.
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Black soil (Regur soil), ideal for cotton, is mainly found in which region?
Explanation: Black soil formed from weathered basalt lava covers the Deccan Plateau (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh). It retains moisture well, which makes it ideal for cotton.
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