Landforms of India Geography Quiz
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Landforms of India Geography Quiz

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What is a common feature in the hilly regions of India?

  • Deserts and plateaus
  • Rugged terrain with mountains and valleys (correct)
  • Vast stretches of plain land
  • Islands and plains

    • Which region of India is geologically considered to be one of the most stable land blocks?

  • Northern Plains
  • Himalayas
  • Islands
  • Peninsular Plateau (correct)

    • What kind of rocks primarily compose the peninsular plateau of India?

  • Volcanic rocks
  • Igneous and metamorphic rocks (correct)
  • Sedimentary rocks
  • Metamorphic rocks

    • Which landform in India is known for its youthful topography with high peaks and fast-flowing rivers?

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

    What type of deposits form the northern plains of India?

    <p>Alluvial deposits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average width of the Great Himalayas range?

    <p>150 Km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which range in the Himalayas is known for its hill stations like Mussoorie and Nainital?

    <p>Himachal or lesser Himalaya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the altitude range of the Himachal or lesser Himalaya range?

    <p>3,700 - 4,500 metres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which range in the Himalayas lies to the south of the Himadri and is composed of unconsolidated sediments?

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

    How wide are the Shiwaliks ranges?

    <p>10-50 Km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hilly Regions of India

    • A common feature in the hilly regions of India is youthful topography with high peaks and fast-flowing rivers.

    Geologically Stable Land Blocks

    • The peninsular plateau of India is geologically considered to be one of the most stable land blocks.

    Composition of Peninsular Plateau

    • The peninsular plateau of India is primarily composed of ancient crystalline rocks.

    Landforms of India

    • The Himalayas are known for their youthful topography with high peaks and fast-flowing rivers.

    Northern Plains of India

    • The northern plains of India are formed by alluvial deposits.

    Great Himalayas Range

    • The average width of the Great Himalayas range is approximately 400 km.

    Hill Stations in the Himalayas

    • The Kumaon range in the Himalayas is known for its hill stations like Mussoorie and Nainital.

    Himachal or Lesser Himalaya Range

    • The altitude range of the Himachal or lesser Himalaya range is between 1,500 to 5,000 meters.

    Himalayas Ranges

    • The Dhaula Dhar range in the Himalayas lies to the south of the Himadri and is composed of unconsolidated sediments.

    Shiwaliks Ranges

    • The Shiwaliks ranges are approximately 10-15 km wide.

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    Test your knowledge on the diverse landforms of India including plains, mountains, plateaus, deserts, and islands. Understand the physical geography of India through this quiz.

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