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Population Distribution in the Urban Areas of India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the distribution of population in the urban areas of India. It covers various aspects such as factors influencing urban growth, patterns of urbanisation, and challenges faced by urban areas.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing urban growth in India?

  1. Industrialisation

  2. Migration

  3. Natural Increase

  4. Decentralisation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Decentralisation is not a factor influencing urban growth in India. Industrialisation, migration, and natural increase are the primary factors driving urban growth in the country.

Which of the following patterns of urbanisation is NOT observed in India?

  1. Primate City Pattern

  2. Linear Pattern

  3. Concentric Zone Pattern

  4. Sector Model


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Linear pattern of urbanisation is not observed in India. Primate city pattern, concentric zone pattern, and sector model are the common patterns of urbanisation in the country.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by urban areas in India?

  1. Slums

  2. Pollution

  3. Traffic Congestion

  4. Rural-Urban Divide


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rural-Urban Divide is not a challenge faced by urban areas in India. Slums, pollution, and traffic congestion are the major challenges faced by urban areas in the country.

Which of the following cities is NOT included in the list of million-plus cities in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chennai is not included in the list of million-plus cities in India. Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata are the three million-plus cities in the country.

Which of the following states has the highest urban population in India?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest urban population in India, followed by Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Bengaluru

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bengaluru is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India' due to its concentration of high-tech industries and startups.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Joy'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kolkata is known as the 'City of Joy' due to its vibrant culture, art, and literature.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'Pink City'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Jaipur

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jaipur is known as the 'Pink City' due to the use of pink sandstone in its buildings.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Nizams'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hyderabad is known as the 'City of Nizams' due to its historical association with the Nizam dynasty.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Lakes'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Udaipur

  4. Srinagar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Udaipur is known as the 'City of Lakes' due to its numerous lakes, including Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar Lake.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Gardens'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Bengaluru

  4. Mysuru


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bengaluru is known as the 'City of Gardens' due to its numerous parks and gardens, including Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Palaces'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Jaipur

  4. Mysuru


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mysuru is known as the 'City of Palaces' due to its numerous palaces, including Mysore Palace and Jaganmohan Palace.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Dreams'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is known as the 'City of Dreams' due to its association with the Bollywood film industry and its reputation as a city of opportunity.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Nawabs'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Lucknow

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lucknow is known as the 'City of Nawabs' due to its historical association with the Nawabs of Awadh.

Which of the following cities is known as the 'City of Temples'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Varanasi

  4. Madurai


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varanasi is known as the 'City of Temples' due to its numerous temples, including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.

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