Mountains and Plains of India
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Which of the following mountain ranges is known for its rugged terrain and high peaks?

  • The Karakoram (correct)
  • The Himalayas
  • The Western Ghats
  • The Eastern Ghats

    • Which of the following rivers is considered sacred in Hinduism?

  • The Brahmaputra
  • The Krishna
  • The Ganges (correct)
  • The Indus

    • What type of climate is found in the Himalayas?

  • Sub-tropical
  • Temperate (correct)
  • Tropical
  • Desert

    • Which of the following islands is located in the Bay of Bengal?

    <p>The Andaman and Nicobar Islands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the vast desert region in northwestern India?

    <p>The Great Indian Desert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following mountain ranges stretches for over 2,500 km?

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

    Which of the following rivers flows into the Arabian Sea?

    <p>The Indus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of climate is found in southern India?

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

    Which of the following is a volcanic plateau?

    <p>The Deccan Plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Mountains

    • India is home to several mountain ranges, including:
      • The Himalayas: the world's highest mountain range, stretching for over 2,500 km
      • The Karakoram: a range in the north, known for its rugged terrain and high peaks
      • The Eastern Ghats: a discontinuous range of mountains along the eastern coast
      • The Western Ghats: a continuous range of mountains along the western coast

    Plains

    • The Indo-Gangetic Plain: a vast, fertile plain stretching from the Himalayas to the Indian Ocean
    • The Deccan Plateau: a volcanic plateau covering nearly 50% of India's land area

    Rivers

    • Major rivers in India include:
      1. The Ganges: considered sacred in Hinduism, it flows from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal
      2. The Indus: one of the longest rivers in Asia, it flows from the Himalayas to the Arabian Sea
      3. The Brahmaputra: a major river in the eastern part of the country
      4. The Krishna: a major river in southern India

    Deserts

    • The Thar Desert: a vast desert region in northwestern India, also known as the Great Indian Desert

    Islands

    • India has a long coastline with several islands, including:
      • The Andaman and Nicobar Islands: a group of islands in the Bay of Bengal
      • The Lakshadweep Islands: a group of islands in the Arabian Sea

    Climate

    • India has a diverse climate, ranging from:
      • Tropical in the south and southeast
      • Desert in the northwest
      • Temperate in the Himalayas
      • Sub-tropical in the northern plains

    Mountains

    • The Himalayas are the world's highest mountain range, stretching over 2,500 km.
    • The Karakoram range is located in the north, known for its rugged terrain and high peaks.
    • The Eastern Ghats are a discontinuous range of mountains along the eastern coast.
    • The Western Ghats are a continuous range of mountains along the western coast.

    Plains

    • The Indo-Gangetic Plain is a vast, fertile plain stretching from the Himalayas to the Indian Ocean.
    • The Deccan Plateau covers nearly 50% of India's land area and is a volcanic plateau.

    Rivers

    • The Ganges River flows from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal and is considered sacred in Hinduism.
    • The Indus River is one of the longest rivers in Asia, flowing from the Himalayas to the Arabian Sea.
    • The Brahmaputra River is a major river in the eastern part of the country.
    • The Krishna River is a major river in southern India.

    Deserts

    • The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, is a vast desert region in northwestern India.

    Islands

    • The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a group of islands in the Bay of Bengal.
    • The Lakshadweep Islands are a group of islands in the Arabian Sea.

    Climate

    • India has a tropical climate in the south and southeast.
    • The northwest region of India has a desert climate.
    • The Himalayas have a temperate climate.
    • The northern plains have a sub-tropical climate.

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