Physiographic Divisions of India & IST
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What is the meaning of the term 'Himalaya'?

  • The Land of Rivers
  • The Abode of Snow (correct)
  • The Mountain of Clouds
  • The Extreme North

Which of the following is the southernmost point of the Indian mainland?

  • Cape Comorin (correct)
  • Indira Col
  • Pygmalion Point
  • Indira Point

How wide are the Northern Mountains at their widest point in Kashmir?

  • 500 km (correct)
  • 300 km
  • 200 km
  • 700 km

What is the longitudinal difference between the westernmost and easternmost points of India?

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Which division is known for its prominent ranges including Zaskar and Karakoram?

<p>Trans-Himalayas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is India's Central Meridian longitude?

<p>82°30'E (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are included in India's major physiographic divisions?

<p>Northern Mountains, Peninsular Plateau, Coastal Plains (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the north-south extent of India?

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Which of the following features is associated with the Trans-Himalayas?

<p>Lies north of the great Himalayas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate north-south extent of India?

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Which statement accurately describes the Himalayas?

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What significant geographical feature does the Tropic of Cancer represent in India?

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Which of the following is NOT a major physiographic division of India?

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Which statement is true about the Indian Standard Time (IST)?

<p>It accounts for a longitudinal difference of about 30°. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options best describes the location of Pygmalion Point?

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What is a characteristic feature of the Northern Plains of India?

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Northern Mountains

Young, lofty mountains formed by tectonic activity stretching from Indus to Brahmaputra valleys.

Trans-Himalayas

Mountain range north of the Himalayas, containing ancient sediments & prominent ranges like Zaskar, Ladakh.

North-South extent of India

3,214 km from Indira Col to Kanyakumari.

Southernmost point of India

Pygmalion Point (Indira Point) in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands (6°45′N).

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Indian Standard Time (IST)

5.30 hours ahead of GMT, with the central meridian at 82°30'E.

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Tropic of Cancer

Line that roughly divides the North and South, passing by the center of India.

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Himalayas

Young fold mountains formed by the collision of tectonic plates, including numerous ranges.

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East-West extent of India

2,933 km from Rann of Kutch to Arunachal Pradesh.

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What is the 'Roof of the World'?

The Pamir Knot is a mountain range that connects the Himalayas to Central Asia, known as the 'Roof of the World'.

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What are the three divisions of the Northern Mountains?

The Northern Mountains are divided into the Trans-Himalayas, the Himalayas, and the Eastern Himalayas or Purvanchal hills.

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Location of the Trans-Himalayas

The Trans-Himalayas are located north of the Himalayas, spanning Jammu and Kashmir, and the Tibetan Plateau.

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What are the prominent ranges of the Trans-Himalayas?

The Trans-Himalayas include the Zaskar, Ladakh, Kailash, and Karakoram ranges.

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Northern Plains Location

The vast Northern Plains of India stretch between the Himalayas in the north and the Peninsular Plateau in the south.

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Where does the Tropic of Cancer pass through?

The Tropic of Cancer passes through the middle of India, dividing it into northern temperate and southern tropical lands.

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What is India's Central Meridian?

India's Central Meridian is 82°30'E longitude, which is the basis for Indian Standard Time (IST).

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Study Notes

Physiographic Divisions of India

  • India has five major physiographic divisions: Northern Mountains, Northern Plains, Peninsular Plateau, Coastal Plains, and Islands.
  • The Northern Mountains are the youngest and highest mountain chains. They stretch 2,500 km from the west to the east and vary in width.
  • The Himalayas are part of the Northern Mountains. They were formed by the collision of continental plates.
  • The Trans-Himalayas lie north of the Himalayas. This region is also known as the Tibetan Himalayas. It's wider in the center.
  • The Aravalli range is an ancient fold mountain range.

Indian Standard Time (IST)

  • India observes a single standard time, called IST.
  • It's based on the local time of the central meridian, 82.5° East longitude.
  • This meridian roughly bisects the country.
  • IST is 5.5 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
  • Arunachal Pradesh experiences sunrise earlier than Gujarat. The time difference is addressed by observing a single standard time.
  • Administratively, India is divided into 28 states and 8 union territories.

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Explore the major physiographic divisions of India, including the Northern Mountains and Coastal Plains, along with an understanding of Indian Standard Time (IST). This quiz covers geographical features and time zone specifics relevant to the country's structure and organization.

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