Indian Geography Quiz on Saline Lakes and River Doabs
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What is the most significant feature of the Lower Ganga Plain?

  • Presence of oxbow lakes
  • Formation of braided channels and delta plains (correct)
  • Presence of perennial rivers
  • Existence of mangrove forests
  • Why is the Indo-Gangetic-Brahmaputra Plain densely populated?

  • Due to fertile soil, favourable climate, and historical significance (correct)
  • Because of the extensive road and rail network
  • Due to its proximity to the Thar Desert
  • Due to the number of dams and barrages built on the Ganga River
  • What is the primary reason for the Indo-Gangetic-Brahmaputra Plain being the granary of India?

  • Existence of perennial rivers
  • Favourable climate
  • Extensive use of irrigation (correct)
  • Proximity to the Thar Desert
  • What is a significant feature of the Mithila Plain and Magadh Plain?

    <p>Location in Bihar and Nepal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Ganga River in terms of its harnessing?

    <p>It is the most harnessing river in India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a doab in the Punjab region?

    <p>Avadh Plains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the river that is believed to be the modern successor of the legendary Saraswati River?

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

    Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar'?

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

    What type of features are formed by the Lower Ganga River due to its slow flow?

    <p>Levees, bluffs, oxbow lakes, marshes, and ravines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the region in the Yamuna-Chambal Basin known for gully erosions and ravines?

    <p>Badlands region</p> Signup and view all the answers

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