Physical Features of India

What are India's major physical divisions?

The major physical divisions of India include The Himalayan Mountains, The Northern Plains, The Peninsular Plateau, The Coastal Plains, The Indian Desert, and The Islands.

What is the northernmost range of the Himalayas called?

The Himadri, also known as the Inner/Greater Himalayas.

What are the characteristics of the Himachal range in the Himalayas?

The Himachal range, known as the Lesser Himalayas, has an average altitude of 3700 to 4500 meters and is home to rugged terrains and hill stations.

What is the significance of the Northern Plains in India?

The Northern Plains are highly fertile due to alluvial soil, formed by the deposition of silt and are significant for agriculture.

What is the average altitude range of the Shiwaliks in the Himalayas?

The average altitude of the Shiwaliks is between 900 to 1100 meters.

How are the Himalayas divided based on river systems from west to east?

The Himalayas are divided into the Punjab Himalayas, Kumaon Himalayas, Nepal Himalayas, Assam Himalayas, and Eastern Hills (Purvanchal Hills).

What is the main river of the Indian Desert?

The Luni River is the largest and main river found in the Indian Desert.

What are the two main types of Coastal Plains in India?

The two main types are the Western Coastal Plains and the Eastern Coastal Plains.

What are the two island groups of India?

The two island groups are the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Island group.

What is the height of Anai Mudi, the tallest mountain in the Western Ghats?

Anai Mudi's height is approximately 2695 meters.

What geological materials make up the Peninsular Plateau?

The Peninsular Plateau is made up of igneous and metamorphic rocks.

Describe the Central Highlands of India.

The Central Highlands are located north of the Narmada River and include the Malwa and Chota Nagpur plateaus.

What is unique about Majuli in the context of the Northern Plains?

Majuli is the world's largest uninhabited riverine island formed by the Brahmaputra river.

What is the primary soil type characterizing the Khadar region of the Northern Plains?

Khadar soil is considered the newer, most fertile part of the Northern Plains, getting renewed annually.

Where are the Lakshadweep Islands located?

The Lakshadweep Islands are located off the Malabar coast of Kerala.