Hill Stations — Set 4
Famous Places · हिल स्टेशन · Questions 31–40 of 50
Shimla is the capital city of which Indian state?
Correct Answer: B. Himachal Pradesh
Shimla is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. It was also the summer capital of British India from 1864. The city is famous for its Mall Road and colonial-style buildings.
In which state is the hill station Ooty located?
Correct Answer: C. Tamil Nadu
Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is located in Tamil Nadu. It is situated in the Nilgiri Hills and is a popular tourist destination. It is often called the 'Queen of Hill Stations'.
Munnar is a famous hill station located in which South Indian state?
Correct Answer: C. Kerala
Munnar is situated in the Idukki district of Kerala. It is well-known for its vast tea plantations and scenic beauty. It is located at the confluence of three mountain streams.
Mussoorie is located in which Indian state?
Correct Answer: B. Uttarakhand
Mussoorie is a popular hill station in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand. It is situated in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range. It is commonly referred to as the 'Queen of the Hills'.
Darjeeling is world-famous for its tea and is located in which state?
Correct Answer: C. West Bengal
Darjeeling is a town in the northern part of West Bengal. It is famous for its high-quality tea and the Himalayan Railway. It offers a spectacular view of Mount Kanchenjunga.
Mount Abu is the only hill station in which desert state of India?
Correct Answer: B. Rajasthan
Mount Abu is located in the Sirohi district of Rajasthan. It is situated in the Aravalli Range and provides a cool retreat from the desert heat. It is famous for the Dilwara Jain Temples.
Mahabaleshwar is a popular hill station located in which state?
Correct Answer: B. Maharashtra
Mahabaleshwar is situated in the Satara district of Maharashtra. It is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus as the Krishna River originates here. It is also famous for its strawberry production.
Nainital, the city of lakes, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: B. Uttarakhand
Nainital is a popular hill station in the state of Uttarakhand. It is set in a valley containing a pear-shaped lake, approximately two miles in circumference. It is located in the Kumaon foothills of the outer Himalayas.
Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Himachal Pradesh
Manali is located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. It is a popular destination for backpacking and honeymooners. It serves as the gateway to Lahaul and Spiti district as well as Leh.
Kodaikanal is a hill town in which Indian state?
Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
Kodaikanal is located in the hills of the Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu. It is often referred to as the 'Princess of Hill Stations'. It is famous for its man-made star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake.