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Physical Geography of India

Himalayas, Peninsular plateau, Indo-Gangetic plain, coastal plains, monsoon system.

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  • 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?

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