Exploring West Bengal's Physical Geography in Class 12
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পশ্চিমবঙ্গের ধরামৌলিক ভূগোলের প্রধান দ্বিতীয় অঞ্চল হিসেবে কোনটি উল্লেখ করা হয়?

  • ভাগ্যদেয় প্রদেশ (correct)
  • গঙ্গার উপনদীগুলি
  • নদী
  • পাহাড়
  • পশ্চিমবঙ্গের ধরামৌলিক ভূগোলের সাথে সাম্প্রতিক আরো কিরকম ধরনের খনি সাথে দেখা যায়?

  • নীরালা
  • নিল
  • নীরব
  • নীর (correct)
  • পশ্চিমবঙ্গের ধরামৌলিক ভূগোলের 'Hooghly' নামের নদির উৎস কোন নদি?

  • নীর
  • রাজনা
  • মেঘনা
  • ডামোদর (correct)
  • নিম্নের মধ্যে কোনটি 'West Bengal Duars' -er একটি 'ecological hotspot'?

    <p>নীরা-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Hooghly' নামের নদি 'Kolkata' (Calcutta) Shahar-er madhye kothay se?

    <p>'Howrah'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'West Bengal' er prottek bhag theke ki samvedan janano jay?

    <p>'Laterite soils'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    পশ্চিমবঙ্গের কোন অঞ্চলে রানীগঞ্জ কয়েলাখানা অবস্থিত?

    <p>দক্ষিণ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    পশ্চিমবঙ্গের পাহাড়ি অঞ্চলে কোন ধরনের ভূ-সমৃদ্ধি বেশি পাওয়া যায়?

    <p>সোনা</p> Signup and view all the answers

    রানীগঞ্জ কয়েলাখানা থেকে কি উৎপাদন করা হয়?

    <p>খনিজ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    পশ্চিমবঙ্গের কোন অঞ্চলে মোড়াবর্তী ঝর্ণার প্রাকৃতিক বন্ধন?

    <p>নিলাঞ্চল</p> Signup and view all the answers

    রানীগঞ্জ কয়েলাখানা-র উৎ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌্ ্‌‘‘ন’’ (n) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

    <ul> <li>7</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

    'fossil fuels' _ _ _ _ _

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    Study Notes

    Exploring West Bengal's Physical Geography in Class 12

    West Bengal, nestled within India's Eastern region, offers diverse landscapes and geographical phenomena worthy of close examination. As we delve into the realm of physical geography, let us explore some essential aspects that define this fascinating corner of our planet.

    Landforms and Drainage Systems

    This vast state encompasses two distinct territories: the Gangetic Basin to the south and the West Bengal Duars (or Western Duars) to the north. The Gangetic Basin consists primarily of fertile plains nourished by the mighty Ganges and its tributaries such as the Damodar. The duars form part of the Terai lowlands belt stretching across the Himalayan foothills and act as sensitive ecological hot spots.

    West Bengal's extensive network of rivers includes the Hooghly, a significant branch of the Ganges, which flows through the capital city of Kolkata, formerly Calcutta.

    Land Relief and Soils

    With the state's territory covering approximately 88,752 square kilometers, its land relief exhibits considerable variation ranging from flat plains to undulating hills. The soils vary accordingly: the fertile alluvium of the Gangetic Basin contrasts sharply with the red laterite soils prevalent elsewhere.

    Climate and Vegetation

    Climatic patterns range from wet-subtropical in the central and southern districts to arid in the westernmost corners. Consequently, vast expanses of verdant tea estates are juxtaposed against the dense, swampy jungle environments of the Sunderbans, home to the magnificent Royal Bengal Tigers. These ecosystems harbor a remarkable diversity of flora and fauna, making them crucial for conservation efforts.

    Mineral Deposits and Natural Disasters

    While mineral wealth lies predominantly beneath the surface, fossil fuels remain scarce. Notably, coal deposits exist in the Raniganj Coalfield, although their extraction contributes little to India's overall energy production. West Bengal experiences frequent earthquakes and cyclones, and its coastline bears witness to these destructive forces regularly.

    Human Interactions with Nature

    Land usage types reflect historical trends, cultural practices, and economic needs. Traditionally, rice farming predominated in many regions, while the introduction of commercial crops such as tea, coffee, and rubber following European colonial rule transformed local economies and landscapes significantly. Today, the shift towards industrialization and services prompts urban expansion, pushing the boundaries of modern settlements ever further.

    Remember, understanding the underlying principles of physical geography fosters appreciation for the complexities inherent in environmental systems. By studying the specifics outlined above, students will gain insight into this one-of-a-kind state of West Bengal.

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    Delve into the diverse landscapes, rivers, soils, climate, vegetation, mineral deposits, and human interactions with nature that define West Bengal's physical geography. Learn about the Gangetic Basin, Duars, Hooghly River, Sunderbans, mineral wealth, natural disasters, and more.

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