5 Questions
Which coast is sandwiched between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea?
Konkan
Which type of dunes cover larger areas near the Indian Desert?
Barchans
Where is the Chilika Lake located?
Odisha
Which rivers have formed extensive plains along the Bay of Bengal?
Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri
Which part of the western coast is referred to as the Kannad Plain?
Central stretch
Study Notes
Indian Coastlines and Landforms
- The Konkan coast is sandwiched between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea.
- Barrier dunes cover larger areas near the Indian Desert.
- Chilka Lake is located in the state of Odisha.
- The Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers have formed extensive plains along the Bay of Bengal.
- The area between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea in the state of Maharashtra is referred to as the Kannad Plain.
Test your knowledge of India's geography and coastal features with this quiz on the Western Coast. Identify and learn about the different sections and characteristics of the coastal strip flanked by the Peninsular plateau, the Western Ghats, and the Arabian Sea.
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