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Which of the following physical features is NOT mentioned as present in the country?
Which of the following physical features is NOT mentioned as present in the country?
- Deserts
- Lakes (correct)
- Mountains
- Plains
The land of India has no physical variation.
The land of India has no physical variation.
False (B)
What is one major physical feature of the earth that is found in India?
What is one major physical feature of the earth that is found in India?
Mountains
India has a variety of physical features, including mountains, plains, deserts, plateaus, and __________.
India has a variety of physical features, including mountains, plains, deserts, plateaus, and __________.
Match the following physical features with their characteristics:
Match the following physical features with their characteristics:
Which rivers lie between the Kumaon Himalayas?
Which rivers lie between the Kumaon Himalayas?
The Nepal Himalayas are located between the Tista and Dihang rivers.
The Nepal Himalayas are located between the Tista and Dihang rivers.
What geological composition is primarily found in the Purvachal Hills?
What geological composition is primarily found in the Purvachal Hills?
The _____ Himalayas lie between the Tista and Dihang rivers.
The _____ Himalayas lie between the Tista and Dihang rivers.
Match the following regions with their corresponding river boundaries:
Match the following regions with their corresponding river boundaries:
What direction do the Himalayas bend after the Dihang gorge?
What direction do the Himalayas bend after the Dihang gorge?
The Purvachal Hills are an extension of the western Himalayas.
The Purvachal Hills are an extension of the western Himalayas.
What is the geographical significance of the Purvachal Hills?
What is the geographical significance of the Purvachal Hills?
Which of the following hills is NOT mentioned as one of the important hills?
Which of the following hills is NOT mentioned as one of the important hills?
The Indus Plains are formed by the River Ganga and its tributaries.
The Indus Plains are formed by the River Ganga and its tributaries.
Name one river that is part of the Indus Plains.
Name one river that is part of the Indus Plains.
The Northern Plains of India are primarily made up of __________ plains.
The Northern Plains of India are primarily made up of __________ plains.
Match the following rivers with their respective plains:
Match the following rivers with their respective plains:
Which river is NOT a tributary of the River Indus?
Which river is NOT a tributary of the River Indus?
The Ganga Plains extend between the Ghaggar and Teesta rivers.
The Ganga Plains extend between the Ghaggar and Teesta rivers.
What is the height of Mount Everest?
What is the height of Mount Everest?
List three rivers that form the Ganga Plains.
List three rivers that form the Ganga Plains.
Kanchenjunga is taller than Mount Everest.
Kanchenjunga is taller than Mount Everest.
What is the average height range of the Lesser Himalayas?
What is the average height range of the Lesser Himalayas?
The Ganga river rises from the _______ glacier.
The Ganga river rises from the _______ glacier.
Which of the following ranges form the most rugged areas of the Himalayas?
Which of the following ranges form the most rugged areas of the Himalayas?
Match the following mountains with their characteristics:
Match the following mountains with their characteristics:
The folds of the Himalayan region are symmetrical in nature.
The folds of the Himalayan region are symmetrical in nature.
Name one river that rises from the Himalayas.
Name one river that rises from the Himalayas.
What is the main characteristic of the Bhabar region?
What is the main characteristic of the Bhabar region?
Streams and rivers disappear in the Terai region.
Streams and rivers disappear in the Terai region.
What has the Terai region been cleared for?
What has the Terai region been cleared for?
The Bhangar region is primarily made up of _______ alluvium.
The Bhangar region is primarily made up of _______ alluvium.
Match the following regions with their characteristics:
Match the following regions with their characteristics:
Which of the following best describes the Terai region?
Which of the following best describes the Terai region?
The Bhabar region lies below the Terai region.
The Bhabar region lies below the Terai region.
How wide is the Bhabar region?
How wide is the Bhabar region?
What feature characterizes the region above the floodplains?
What feature characterizes the region above the floodplains?
Kankar deposits in the region are known for making the soil highly fertile.
Kankar deposits in the region are known for making the soil highly fertile.
What are Khadar deposits known for?
What are Khadar deposits known for?
The soil above the flood plains contains __________ deposits called Kankar.
The soil above the flood plains contains __________ deposits called Kankar.
Match the following features with their descriptions:
Match the following features with their descriptions:
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Northern Plains of India?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Northern Plains of India?
Flooding has a negative impact on the fertility of Khadar deposits.
Flooding has a negative impact on the fertility of Khadar deposits.
Describe the significance of the Northern Plains.
Describe the significance of the Northern Plains.
Flashcards
Kumaon Himalayas
Kumaon Himalayas
These Himalayas are located between the Satluj and Kali rivers. They are known for their rugged terrain and high peaks.
Nepal Himalayas
Nepal Himalayas
These Himalayas are located between the Kali and Tista rivers. They are known for their diverse flora and fauna.
Assam Himalayas
Assam Himalayas
These Himalayas are located between the Tista and Dihang rivers. They are known for their dense forests and tea plantations.
Purvachal Hills
Purvachal Hills
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Composition of Purvachal Hills
Composition of Purvachal Hills
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Northern Plains
Northern Plains
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Indus Plains
Indus Plains
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What are tributaries?
What are tributaries?
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Ganga Plains
Ganga Plains
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What forms the Indus Plains?
What forms the Indus Plains?
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What forms the Ganga Plains?
What forms the Ganga Plains?
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How are the Northern Plains divided?
How are the Northern Plains divided?
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What forms the Brahmaputra Plains?
What forms the Brahmaputra Plains?
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What is the Bhabar?
What is the Bhabar?
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What is the Terai?
What is the Terai?
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What is Bhangar?
What is Bhangar?
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What are the Himalayas?
What are the Himalayas?
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What is the Himadri?
What is the Himadri?
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What are the key features of the Himadri?
What are the key features of the Himadri?
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What are the Lesser Himalayas?
What are the Lesser Himalayas?
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What is the average height of the Lesser Himalayas?
What is the average height of the Lesser Himalayas?
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What are some important ranges in the Lesser Himalayas?
What are some important ranges in the Lesser Himalayas?
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Why are the Himalayas important?
Why are the Himalayas important?
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What is the significance of the Himalayas?
What is the significance of the Himalayas?
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Bhabar
Bhabar
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Khadar
Khadar
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Significance of the Northern Plains
Significance of the Northern Plains
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Agriculture
Agriculture
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Population
Population
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Transportation
Transportation
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Economic Significance
Economic Significance
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Cultural Significance
Cultural Significance
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Study Notes
Physical Features of India
- Landslides: Most common in the Lesser Himalayan region.
- Peninsula: A landmass surrounded by sea on three sides.
Mountain Ranges in India
- Eastern Boundary: The mountain ranges bordering Myanmar are collectively called the Purvanchal.
Western Coastal Strip
- South of Goa: Referred to as the Konkan.
Highest Peak in the Eastern Ghats
- Mahendragiri is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats.
Matching Columns
Column A | Column B |
---|---|
Majuli | Brahmaputra |
Great Himalayas | Central Highlands |
Southern part of western | Granite |
Assertion and Reasoning
- Assertion (A): The Western and Eastern Ghats mark the Western and Eastern edges of the Deccan Plateau, respectively.
- Reason (R): The Western Ghats are higher than the Eastern Ghats.
Physical Features of India
- Physical Features: India comprises mountains, plains, deserts, plateaus, and islands.
- Physical Variation: The land of India displays significant physical variation.
Oldest Feature of India
- The Himalayas are the oldest feature of India.
River Draining into Desert Region
- The only river mentioned as draining into the Desert Region is not specified.
Mountain Heights
- Mt. Everest's height is not specified.
Himalayan Valleys
- The famous valleys are Kashmir, Kangra, and Kullu. These are located in the Himalayas.
Himalayan Divisions
- Punjab Himalayas: Located between the Indus and Satluj rivers.
- Kumaon Himalayas: Located between the Satluj and Kali rivers.
- Nepal Himalayas: Located between the Kali and Tista rivers.
- Assam Himalayas: Located between the Tista and Dihang rivers.
- Purvanchal Hills: Are the northeastern extension of the Himalayas, extending beyond the Dihang gorge.
Northern Plains Divisions
- Indus Plains: Formed by the Indus River and its tributaries (Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Satluj).
- Ganga Plains: Formed by the Ganga River and its tributaries (Yamuna, Ghaghara, Gandak, Kosi).
- Brahmaputra Plains: Located mainly in Assam, drained by the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries.
Himalayan Ranges
- Himadri (Greater Himalayas): The most continuous range.
- Lesser Himalayas (Himachal): The rugged mountain range south of the Himadri.
- Outer Himalayas (Shiwaliks): Ranges of unconsolidated mud and rocks extending for 10-50 km and 900-1100 metres in height.
Northern Plains Regions
- Bhabar: A narrow belt (8-16 km) parallel to the Shiwalik slopes, where rivers deposit pebbles, streams disappearing within.
- Terai: A region south of the Bhabar, characterized by wet, swampy, and marshy land, where rivers and streams re-emerge.
- Bhangar: Older alluvial deposits in the northern plains, forming a terrace-like elevation.
- Khadar: Newer alluvial deposits from floods in the lower river valleys.
Significance of Northern Plains
- Fertile Region: The plains are fertile and a major source of food grains.
- Population Density: Densely populated with religious sites.
- Water Resources: Perennial rivers (e.g., Ganga, Yamuna) provide irrigation.
- Transportation: Network of transportation (railways, roads).
- Early Civilizations: The plains provided foundation for early civilizations.
Complementing Physical Divisions
- Water and Forest Resources: The Northern mountains provide water and forest resources.
- Granaries: The Northern Plains serve as granaries due to fertile soil.
- Mineral Wealth: The Peninsular plateau houses significant mineral resources.
- Manufacturing: The coastal plains support fishing and port activities.
- Flora and Fauna Diversity: Island groups display rich biodiversity.
Lakshadweep Islands
- Old Name: Laccadive, Minicoy, and Amindive Islands.
- Island with Sanctuary: Pitti Island.
- Administrative Headquarters: Kavaratti Island.
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