30 Questions
What was the relationship between the local rulers and the sovereign?
The local rulers acknowledged sovereignty in return for local autonomy.
What is the body of water that separates Sri Lanka from India?
Palk Strait and the Gulf of Mannar
What is the purpose of the School Bhuvan portal?
To bring awareness among students about the country's natural resources, environment and their role in sustainable development
What is the basis of the School Bhuvan portal's initiative?
NCERT syllabus
What is the location of the Maldives Islands?
To the south of the Lakshadweep Islands
What can be explored on the website https://bhuvan-app1.nrsc.gov.in/mhrd_ncert/?
Various maps of India related to the secondary stage
What is the latitude that divides India into almost two equal parts?
23° 30'N
In which year did the southernmost point of the Indian Union, 'Indira Point', get submerged under the sea water?
2004
What is the approximate percentage of the total geographical area of the world that India's total area accounts for?
2.4 per cent
What is the area of the land mass of India in square kilometers?
3.28 million
In which hemisphere is the mainland of India located?
Northern hemisphere
What is the longitude range of the mainland of India?
68°7'E and 97°25'E
What was taken from India to different countries?
Spices, muslin and other merchandise
How many states does India have?
28 states
What is the significance of India's geographical location?
It is a strategic location in South Asia
Which of the following countries does not share a land boundary with India?
Sri Lanka
Before 1947, what were the two types of states in India?
Provinces and Princely states
What is the common feature among the states that do not have an international border or lie on the coast?
They are landlocked
What strategic advantage does India's location provide?
A central location between Europe and East Asia
What is the significance of the Deccan Peninsula?
It protrudes into the Indian Ocean, facilitating contact with other regions
Why is the Indian Ocean named after India?
Because India has a long coastline on the Indian Ocean
What was the impact of the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869?
It reduced India's distance from Europe by 7,000 km
When did India's maritime contacts with the world begin?
Much later than its land route contacts
What has contributed to the exchange of ideas and commodities since ancient times?
The various passes across the mountains in the north
Which state does the Tropic of Cancer not pass through?
Tripura
What is the easternmost longitude of India?
97° 25' E
With which countries do Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Sikkim share a common frontier?
Nepal and China
Which Union Territory should you visit to reach Kavaratti?
Lakshadweep
Which country does not share a land boundary with India?
Tajikistan
Why is the central location of India at the head of the Indian Ocean considered significant?
Due to its strategic location for international trade
Discover the geographical features of India, including the Tropic of Cancer, Andaman and Nicobar islands, Lakshadweep islands, and Indira Point. Learn about the country's size, location, and notable geographical landmarks.
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