Physical Regions of Madhya Pradesh
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Physical Regions of Madhya Pradesh

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Which natural region covers approximately two-thirds of Madhya Pradesh's total area?

  • Rewa-Panna Plateau
  • Malwa Plateau
  • Satpura-Maikal Range (correct)
  • Central India Plateau

    • What geological eras contributed to the formation of the Central Highlands natural region?

  • Archaean, Dharwad, and Vindhyan
  • Archaean, Vindhyan, and Deccan Trap
  • Archaean, Dharwad, Vindhyan, and Deccan Trap (correct)
  • Dharwad, Vindhyan, and Deccan Trap

    • Which region now belongs to Chhattisgarh instead of Madhya Pradesh?

  • Mahanadi Basin (correct)
  • Rewa-Panna Plateau
  • Malwa Plateau
  • Narmada-Son Valley

    • What geographical feature is present in the north and south-central areas of Madhya Pradesh?

    <p>Sprawling plains of the Narmada and Tapti river valleys in the south-central area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average altitude of the Malwa Plateau?

    <p>500 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rivers flow in a westerly direction and eventually meet the Arabian Sea?

    <p>Narmada, Tapti, Mahi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the rocks of the Malwa Plateau?

    <p>Formation from basalt and volcanic materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rivers originate from the Vindhyachal range?

    <p>Betwa and Chambal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What passes through the central part of the Malwa Plateau?

    <p><strong>Tropic of Cancer</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is often referred to as the Ganga River Basin?

    <p><strong>Central Highlands</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological eras contributed to the formation of the Baghelkhand Plateau?

    <p>Vindhyan, Archaean, and Dharwad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical region of Madhya Pradesh exhibits remarkable geomorphic diversity due to the rugged ravines of the Chambal in the north and the sprawling plains of the Narmada and Tapti river valleys in the south-central area?

    <p>Narmada-Son Valley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the rocks of the Satpura-Maikal Range?

    <p>Formation during multiple geological eras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural region of Madhya Pradesh is formed by rocks from various geological eras including the Archaean, Dharwad, Vindhyan, and Deccan Trap?

    <p>Central India Plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average altitude of the Sagar peak located in the Malwa Plateau?

    <p>881 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rivers flow northward and ultimately merge with the Yamuna River, within the Malwa Plateau region?

    <p>Chambal, Sindh, and Betwa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Tropic of Cancer passing through the central part of the Malwa Plateau?

    <p>It creates a water divide between Narmada and Chambal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the rocks of the Malwa Plateau, leading to the formation of black and dark brown cotton soil?

    <p>Decomposition and disintegration of volcanic rocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rivers flow in a westerly direction and eventually meet the Arabian Sea, distinct from other river systems in the plateau region?

    <p>Narmada, Tapti, and Mahi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Madhya Pradesh serves as the motherland of rivers due to its role in originating most of the state's rivers?

    <p>Malwa Plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Physical Regions of Madhya Pradesh

    • The Central Highlands natural region covers approximately two-thirds of Madhya Pradesh's total area.

    Formation of the Central Highlands

    • The Central Highlands were formed during the Precambrian, Vindhyan, and Deccan Trap geological eras.

    Changes in Madhya Pradesh's Territory

    • The region now known as Chhattisgarh was previously part of Madhya Pradesh.

    Geographical Features of Madhya Pradesh

    • The north and south-central areas of Madhya Pradesh feature a geographical feature known as the Vindhya-Valmiki hills.

    Malwa Plateau

    • The average altitude of the Malwa Plateau is approximately 500 meters.
    • The Malwa Plateau is characterized by rocks that are predominantly basaltic, forming black and dark brown cotton soil.
    • The Tropic of Cancer passes through the central part of the Malwa Plateau.
    • Rivers such as the Narmada, Tapti, and Mahi flow in a westerly direction and eventually meet the Arabian Sea.
    • The plateau region is drained by rivers that flow northward, ultimately merging with the Yamuna River.

    Baghelkhand Plateau

    • The Baghelkhand Plateau was formed during the Archaean, Dharwad, and Vindhyan geological eras.

    Satpura-Maikal Range

    • The rocks of the Satpura-Maikal Range are predominantly composed of sandstone, shale, and limestone.

    Vindhyachal Range

    • The Vindhyachal range is the origin of several rivers, including the Narmada, Tapti, and Mahi.

    Narmada and Tapti River Valleys

    • The Narmada and Tapti river valleys exhibit remarkable geomorphic diversity due to the rugged ravines of the Chambal in the north and the sprawling plains of the valleys in the south-central area.

    Sagar Peak

    • The Sagar peak, located in the Malwa Plateau, has an average altitude of 530 meters.

    Significance of the Tropic of Cancer

    • The passage of the Tropic of Cancer through the central part of the Malwa Plateau is significant, as it divides the region into two distinct climatic zones.

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