RPSC RAS · Geography of World, India and Rajasthan
Physical Geography of India
Himalayas, Peninsular plateau, Indo-Gangetic plain, coastal plains, monsoon system.
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Take a full mock →Q1 · Physical Geography of India · EASY
The Western Ghats form a watershed for most of the peninsular rivers. Which of the following rivers does NOT originate in the Western Ghats?
Q2 · Physical Geography of India · MEDIUM
The Indo-Gangetic plain is formed by the deposition of alluvium brought down by rivers from the Himalayas and the peninsular plateau. Which of the following soil types is most commonly found in the older alluvial regions of this plain?
Q3 · Physical Geography of India · MEDIUM
The southwest monsoon contributes the major share of rainfall in India. Which of the following statements about the monsoon system is correct?
Q4 · Physical Geography of India · EASY
The Himalayas are divided into several parallel ranges. Arrange the following ranges from north to south: 1. Shiwalik 2. Greater Himalayas 3. Lesser Himalayas
Q5 · Physical Geography of India · HARD
The peninsular plateau is one of the oldest landmasses of India. Which of the following statements regarding the plateau is NOT correct?