Geography Chapter 3: Peninsular Plateau

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What is the altitude range of the Peninsular Plateau?

600 to 900 meters above sea level (correct)
900 to 1200 meters above sea level
300 to 500 meters above sea level
1000 to 1500 meters above sea level

Which of the following types does NOT categorize the Peninsular Plateau?

Intermontane
Piedmont
Volcanic (correct)
Continental

Where is the Deccan Plateau located in relation to the Satpura Range?

East of the Satpura Range
South of the Satpura Range (correct)
West of the Satpura Range
North of the Satpura Range

What type of rock primarily composes the Deccan region?

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What feature allows the soil in the Deccan Plateau to retain water effectively?

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Peninsular Plateau location

South of Indo-Gangetic Plain, between Western and Eastern Ghats.

Peninsular Plateau altitude

Generally 600-900 meters above sea level.

Deccan Plateau type

A part of the Peninsular Plateau, south of the Satpura Range and between the Ghats.

Deccan Plateau's soil

Regur, formed from basalt rock; fertile and good water retention.

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Peninsular Plateau types

Intermontane, Piedmont, and Continental (IPC).

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Study Notes

Chapter 3: Peninsular Plateau

The peninsular plateau is a large, extensive landform in India, located south of the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
It's bordered by the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.
The plateau covers roughly 1.6 million square kilometers.
It's composed of various types of crystalline rocks, including basalt in the western parts.

Types of Plateaus

Intermontane Plateaus
Piedmont Plateaus
Continental Plateaus

Deccan Plateau

Located south of the Satpura Range.
Situated between the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats.
Predominantly composed of crystalline rocks.
The western portion is primarily made of lava rocks (Deccan Traps).
The characteristic soil, formed by weathering basalt rocks, is called Regur soil, known for its fertility and water retention.

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Explore Chapter 3 on the Peninsular Plateau, a significant landform in India. Learn about its features, types of plateaus, and the characteristics of the Deccan Plateau's soil and geology. Test your knowledge on this vital geographical area.