India General Knowledge Quiz

1. What is the capital city of India?

Mumbai New Delhi Kolkata

2. Which river is known as the lifeline of India?

Yamuna Brahmaputra Ganga (Ganges)

3. Who was the first Prime Minister of independent India?

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jawaharlal Nehru Mahatma Gandhi

4. Which is the largest state in India by area?

Maharashtra Uttar Pradesh Rajasthan

5. The national animal of India is:

Lion Bengal Tiger Elephant

6. India gained independence from British rule on which date?

26 January 1950 15 August 1947 2 October 1948

7. Which is the longest river originating entirely within India?

Godavari Narmada Krishna

8. The Taj Mahal is located in which city?

Agra Jaipur Delhi

9. How many states does India have (as of 2024)?

27 28 30

10. Which Indian scientist is known as the "Missile Man of India"?

C.V. Raman Vikram Sarabhai A.P.J. Abdul Kalam