World Geography MCQs-for UPSC, SSC, and State Exams

It is very interesting to study the geography of the world. In geography, we study how mountains are formed and plateaus are formed. How do they affect the climate of the world? influence rivers and their impact on natural resources. These mountains shape the pattern of rainfall. Platueas are fertile flat lands. For students and aspirants who are preparing for competitive exams, it is important to know these landforms and mountains. We have drafted an MCQ for you to understand how the surface of the Earth has evolved over time.

Which mountain range is considered the youngest and highest in the world, stretching across several Asian countries?
a) Andes Mountains
b) Alps Mountains
c) Himalaya Mountains
d) the Rocky Mountains
Correct Answer: c) Himalaya Mountains

The Andes Mountains, one of the longest mountain ranges in the world, are mainly located on which continent?
a) Asia
b) Africa
c) South America
d) Europe
Correct Answer: c) South America

Which famous mountain peak is known as the highest point on Earth above sea level?
a) Mount Kilimanjaro
b) Mount Everest
c) Mount Elbrus
d) Mount Denali
Correct Answer: b) Mount Everest

The Rocky Mountains extend from Canada to the United States and are mainly located in which continent?
a) South America
b) North America
c) Europe
d) Africa
Correct Answer: b) North America

The Alps Mountains, famous for their beautiful peaks, are located in which part of the world?
a) North America
b) Europe
c) Asia
d) Africa
Correct Answer: b) Europe

Which mountain in Africa is known for its snow-covered peak even though it is near the equator?
a) Mount Kenya
b) Mount Kilimanjaro
c) Mount Elgon
d) Mount Meru
Correct Answer: b) Mount Kilimanjaro

The Ural Mountains in Russia form a natural boundary between which two continents?
a) Asia and Africa
b) Europe and Asia
c) North America and Europe
d) South America and Africa
Correct Answer: b) Europe and Asia

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Which plateau in India is one of the oldest landforms and is rich in minerals and forests?
a) Deccan Plateau
b) Tibetan Plateau
c) Colorado Plateau
d) Mongolian Plateau
Correct Answer: a) Deccan Plateau

The Tibetan Plateau, also called the “Roof of the World,” lies mainly in which country?
a) Nepal
b) China
c) India
d) Mongolia
Correct Answer: b) China

Which plateau is located in the western United States and known for its canyons and desert scenery?
a) Deccan Plateau
b) Colorado Plateau
c) Mongolian Plateau
d) Iranian Plateau
Correct Answer: b) Colorado Plateau

The Appalachian Mountains are among the oldest mountain ranges in the world and are found in which country?
a) United States
b) Canada
c) Brazil
d) France
Correct Answer: a) United States

The Great Dividing Range, stretching along the eastern coast, is the major mountain system of which country?
a) Australia
b) South Africa
c) Argentina
d) Russia
Correct Answer: a) Australia

Which plateau in South America is famous for its high altitude and large salt flats?
a) Patagonian Plateau
b) Altiplano Plateau
c) Colorado Plateau
d) Deccan Plateau
Correct Answer: b) Altiplano Plateau

The Atlas Mountains run through several countries in North Africa, including which three?
a) Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia
b) Egypt, Libya, Sudan
c) Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia
d) Nigeria, Niger, Mali
Correct Answer: a) Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia

Which plateau is located in Iran and is known for its dry climate and high mountain ranges?
a) Tibetan Plateau
b) Iranian Plateau
c) Colorado Plateau
d) Deccan Plateau
Correct Answer: b) Iranian Plateau

Which mountain range runs along the border between France and Spain, separating the Iberian Peninsula from the rest of Europe?
a) Pyrenees Mountains
b) Alps Mountains
c) Carpathian Mountains
d) Apennine Mountains
Correct Answer: a) Pyrenees Mountains

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The Sierra Nevada mountain range in the United States is mostly located in which state?
a) Texas
b) California
c) Florida
d) New York
Correct Answer: b) California

Which plateau in Argentina is known for its cold and windy climate and sparse population?
a) Patagonian Plateau
b) Mongolian Plateau
c) Deccan Plateau
d) Colorado Plateau
Correct Answer: a) Patagonian Plateau

Which mountain range forms the natural border between Switzerland and Italy, famous for peaks like the Matterhorn?
a) Andes Mountains
b) Alps Mountains
c) Pyrenees Mountains
d) Apennine Mountains
Correct Answer: b) Alps Mountains

The Drakensberg Mountains are the highest mountain range in which African country?
a) Kenya
b) Tanzania
c) South Africa
d) Nigeria
Correct Answer: c) South Africa

The Mongolian Plateau stretches across Mongolia and into which northern region of China?
a) Yunnan
b) Inner Mongolia
c) Tibet
d) Xinjiang
Correct Answer: b) Inner Mongolia

The Plateau of Bolivia, known for its large salt flats, is also called by which Spanish name?
a) Altiplano
b) Llano
c) Pampa
d) Sabana
Correct Answer: a) Altiplano

Which mountain range in Europe extends across eight countries and contains Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Western Europe?
a) Alps
b) Carpathians
c) Pyrenees
d) Apennines
Correct Answer: a) Alps

The Plateau of Tibet is called the “Roof of the World” because of which main feature?
a) Its high altitude above sea level
b) Its tropical forests and rivers
c) Its population density and cities
d) Its desert climate and lowlands
Correct Answer: a) It’s high altitude above sea level

The Carpathian Mountains form a crescent shape across Central and Eastern Europe, mainly in which country?
a) Romania
b) France
c) Spain
d) Norway
Correct Answer: a) Romania

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