Geography
India Quiz
1.4 billion people, 28 states, and thousands of years of history — how well do you know India?
1.4 billion people, 28 states, and thousands of years of history — how well do you know India?
India is a land of staggering diversity — the world's most populous country with over 1.4 billion people spread across 28 states and 8 union territories. From the snow-capped Himalayas in the north to the tropical backwaters of Kerala in the south, and from the Thar Desert in the west to the tea gardens of Assam in the east, this quiz covers India's geography, history, religions, cuisine, languages, wildlife, and cultural achievements.
Each round presents 10 randomized questions from a pool of 50, with four multiple-choice options and instant feedback after every answer. Your final score comes with a performance tier and shareable results.
You'll explore India's states and major cities, sacred rivers like the Ganges and Brahmaputra, the rise and fall of the Mughal Empire, the struggle for independence under Gandhi and Nehru, vibrant festivals like Diwali and Holi, regional cuisines and street food, iconic landmarks from the Taj Mahal to the Kerala backwaters, Bollywood and cricket, India's 22 officially recognized languages, and its rich traditions of yoga, classical music, and dance.
India has 28 states and 8 union territories. The most recent change came in 2019 when the former state of Jammu and Kashmir was reorganized into two union territories.
Hindi is the most widely spoken language in India, with over 520 million native speakers. India recognizes 22 official languages under its Eighth Schedule, including Tamil, Bengali, Telugu, and Marathi.
India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947. The independence movement was led by figures including Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Last updated: March 2026