5 Questions
What geographical features border the Thar desert?
Indo-Gangetic plain, West Aravali range, Rann of Kuchchh
What is the primary cause of aridity in the Thar desert?
Irregular rainfall and descending winds
What is the terrain of the Thar desert primarily composed of?
Sea of sand and low hills
Which lakes are mentioned as part of the Thar desert region?
Sambhar, Pachpadra, Tal Chhapar, Phalodi, Lunkaransar
Why is the Thar desert unable to receive significant rainfall from the monsoon winds?
Aravalli range lies parallel to monsoon winds and prevents their rising
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