The Peninsular Plateau

The direct answer is A: deep dissection by river valleys is the result of long-term erosion. A plateau is a raised area of land, but rivers can cut into it over a very long period. Running water removes soil and rock, deepens channels, and creates valleys, ravines and an uneven, dissected surface. The reasoning chain is: an old plateau remains exposed; rain and rivers repeatedly flow over it; flowing water erodes the surface and carries sediment away; continued erosion cuts deep valleys. Option A is correct because it identifies the main geomorphic process responsible for this worn and cut-up relief. Option B is wrong because sea tides act mainly along coasts and cannot explain deep inland river valleys across the Peninsular Plateau. Option C is wrong because avalanches require snow-covered, steep mountain slopes; they are not the normal process shaping this plateau. Option D is wrong because coral formation produces coral reefs or islands in suitable marine environments, not deeply dissected river valleys. The exam cue is simple: when a land surface is described as dissected by valleys, connect it with prolonged erosion by running water.

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09What is the main reason for the abundance of minerals in the Peninsular Plateau?

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Correct answer: A. Ancient hard rock structure

Direct answer: Option A, ancient hard rock structure. The Peninsular Plateau is made largely of very old crystalline and metamorphic rocks. Geological processes associated with such rocks have concentrated many mineral resources, including iron ore, manganese, mica, and bauxite in different areas. Therefore the ancient rocky foundation is the main reason for mineral abundance. Option B is wrong because new alluvial deposits mainly characterize plains, not the ancient plateau core. Option C is wrong because marine salt layers do not explain the plateau’s broad mineral wealth. Option D is wrong because glacial ice is not the plateau’s basic structure. Cue: ancient rocks and minerals belong together.

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10Which statement is correct when comparing the Peninsular Plateau with the Northern Plains?

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Correct answer: A. The plateau is old rocky land and the plains are new alluvial land

The Peninsular Plateau is old and rocky while the Northern Plains are alluvial. Exam tip: keep the difference between both landforms clear.

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11What do the Krishna and Godavari rivers indicate about the slope of the Deccan Plateau?

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Correct answer: A. The slope is towards the east

The direct answer is A: the slope of the Deccan Plateau is towards the east. Rivers normally flow downhill, so their direction gives a useful clue about the general slope of land. The Krishna and Godavari rise in the Peninsular region, move eastward across the plateau and finally enter the Bay of Bengal. Therefore, the land generally falls from west towards east. Option A is correct because it connects river flow with the eastward slope. Option B is wrong because these rivers do not flow only westward into the Arabian Sea. Option C is wrong because their overall course is not towards the north. Option D is wrong because a plateau may be elevated but it still has a slope. Exam cue: east-flowing Krishna and Godavari indicate an eastward Deccan slope.

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12Why do the Western Ghats influence rainfall in the Peninsular Plateau region?

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Correct answer: A. They block monsoon winds and cause orographic rainfall

The Western Ghats force monsoon winds to rise. Exam tip: connect this with orographic rainfall.

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13What is the lava region spread in the northwestern part of the Deccan Plateau called?

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Correct answer: A. Deccan Trap

The Deccan Trap is an area formed by huge lava flows. Exam tip: remember it as a volcanic landform.

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14Which group correctly includes rivers of the Central Highlands?

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Correct answer: A. Chambal Sind Betwa Ken

Chambal Sind Betwa and Ken are associated with the Central Highlands. Exam tip: remember their northeastward flow.

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15Which is an example of the detached northeastern part of the Peninsular Plateau?

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Correct answer: A. Meghalaya Plateau

The Meghalaya Plateau is a detached northeastern part of the Peninsular Plateau. Exam tip: connect it with Garo Khasi Jaintia.

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16Red and yellow soils in the Peninsular Plateau may be linked with weathering of which rocks?

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Correct answer: A. Crystalline igneous and metamorphic rocks

Weathering of old rocks forms red and yellow soils in plateau regions. Exam tip: connect soil with parent rock.

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17Which major features bound the Deccan Plateau on three sides?

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Correct answer: A. Western Ghats Eastern Ghats and Satpura

The Deccan Plateau is bordered by the Western Ghats Eastern Ghats and Satpura in the north. Exam tip: practise the boundaries on a map.

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18Which statement about drainage in the Peninsular Plateau is correct?

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Correct answer: A. Most rivers flow eastward but some also flow westward

Rivers like Godavari and Krishna flow east while Narmada and Tapi flow west. Exam tip: remember both the general trend and exceptions.

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19What is one reason for landform diversity in the Peninsular Plateau?

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Correct answer: A. Long erosion and rock variation

Old rocks have undergone different kinds of erosion for a long time. Exam tip: connect plateau diversity with structure and erosion.

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20How is the general position of the Western Ghats understood compared to the Eastern Ghats?

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Correct answer: A. They are more continuous and higher

The Western Ghats are more continuous and higher than the Eastern Ghats. Exam tip: comparison of both Ghats is often asked.

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21Which special landform helps understand the volcanic history of the Deccan Plateau?

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Correct answer: A. Deccan Trap

The Deccan Trap is evidence of ancient lava flows. Exam tip: link the word trap with step like lava terrain.

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22Which map relationship is most useful while studying the Peninsular Plateau?

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Correct answer: A. Central Highlands north of Narmada and Deccan Plateau south of Narmada

Using Narmada as a reference helps identify the two major parts of the plateau easily. Exam tip: this is a simple clue for map based questions.

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23Which peak is considered the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats?

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Correct answer: B. Mahendragiri

Mahendragiri is considered a major and the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats. Exam tip: also remember that the Eastern Ghats are lower and discontinuous.

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24The Satpura Range is considered to lie between which two rivers?

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Correct answer: A. Narmada and Tapi

The Satpura Range lies between the Narmada and Tapi river systems. Exam tip: connect Satpura with the northern boundary of the Deccan Plateau.

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Practice questions

01How is the width of the Central Highlands in the west compared to the east?

02What is a major evidence of the old age of the Peninsular Plateau?

03The Narmada River is known for flowing through which type of valley?

04How is the direction of the Tapi River similar to the Narmada?

05The Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats act as what for the Deccan Plateau?

06Anaimalai and Cardamom hills are associated with which region?

07The Nilgiri Hills are located near the junction of which features?

08Deep dissection by river valleys in the Peninsular Plateau is the result of which process?

09What is the main reason for the abundance of minerals in the Peninsular Plateau?

10Which statement is correct when comparing the Peninsular Plateau with the Northern Plains?

11What do the Krishna and Godavari rivers indicate about the slope of the Deccan Plateau?

12Why do the Western Ghats influence rainfall in the Peninsular Plateau region?

13What is the lava region spread in the northwestern part of the Deccan Plateau called?

14Which group correctly includes rivers of the Central Highlands?

15Which is an example of the detached northeastern part of the Peninsular Plateau?

16Red and yellow soils in the Peninsular Plateau may be linked with weathering of which rocks?

17Which major features bound the Deccan Plateau on three sides?

18Which statement about drainage in the Peninsular Plateau is correct?

19What is one reason for landform diversity in the Peninsular Plateau?

20How is the general position of the Western Ghats understood compared to the Eastern Ghats?

21Which special landform helps understand the volcanic history of the Deccan Plateau?

22Which map relationship is most useful while studying the Peninsular Plateau?

23Which peak is considered the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats?

24The Satpura Range is considered to lie between which two rivers?

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The Peninsular Plateau

Practice questions

01How is the width of the Central Highlands in the west compared to the east?केंद्रीय उच्चभूमि की चौड़ाई पूर्व की तुलना में पश्चिम में कैसी है?

02What is a major evidence of the old age of the Peninsular Plateau?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार के पुराने होने का प्रमुख प्रमाण क्या है?

03The Narmada River is known for flowing through which type of valley?नर्मदा नदी किस प्रकार की घाटी में बहने के लिए जानी जाती है?

04How is the direction of the Tapi River similar to the Narmada?तापी नदी की दिशा नर्मदा से किस प्रकार मिलती है?

05The Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats act as what for the Deccan Plateau?पश्चिमी घाट और पूर्वी घाट दक्कन पठार के किस रूप में कार्य करते हैं?

06Anaimalai and Cardamom hills are associated with which region?अनाईमलाई और कार्डमम पहाड़ियाँ किस क्षेत्र से संबंधित हैं?

07The Nilgiri Hills are located near the junction of which features?नीलगिरि पहाड़ियाँ किस संगम क्षेत्र के पास स्थित हैं?

08Deep dissection by river valleys in the Peninsular Plateau is the result of which process?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार में नदी घाटियों का गहरा कटाव किस प्रक्रिया का परिणाम है?

09What is the main reason for the abundance of minerals in the Peninsular Plateau?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार में खनिजों की अधिकता का मुख्य कारण क्या है?

10Which statement is correct when comparing the Peninsular Plateau with the Northern Plains?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार की तुलना उत्तरी मैदान से करने पर कौन सा कथन सही है?

11What do the Krishna and Godavari rivers indicate about the slope of the Deccan Plateau?कृष्णा और गोदावरी नदियाँ दक्कन पठार की ढाल के बारे में क्या संकेत देती हैं?

12Why do the Western Ghats influence rainfall in the Peninsular Plateau region?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार में पश्चिमी घाट किस कारण वर्षा को प्रभावित करते हैं?

13What is the lava region spread in the northwestern part of the Deccan Plateau called?दक्कन पठार के उत्तर पश्चिमी भाग में फैले लावा क्षेत्र को क्या कहते हैं?

14Which group correctly includes rivers of the Central Highlands?केंद्रीय उच्चभूमि की नदियों में कौन सा समूह सही है?

15Which is an example of the detached northeastern part of the Peninsular Plateau?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार के टूटे अलग हुए पूर्वोत्तर भाग का उदाहरण कौन सा है?

17Which major features bound the Deccan Plateau on three sides?दक्कन पठार को तीन ओर से सीमाबद्ध करने वाले प्रमुख भाग कौन से हैं?

18Which statement about drainage in the Peninsular Plateau is correct?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार में कौन सा कथन नदी अपवाह के बारे में सही है?

19What is one reason for landform diversity in the Peninsular Plateau?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार में स्थलरूप की विविधता का एक कारण क्या है?

20How is the general position of the Western Ghats understood compared to the Eastern Ghats?पश्चिमी घाट की औसत स्थिति पूर्वी घाट की तुलना में कैसी समझी जाती है?

21Which special landform helps understand the volcanic history of the Deccan Plateau?दक्कन पठार के ज्वालामुखीय इतिहास को किस विशेष स्थलरूप से समझा जाता है?

22Which map relationship is most useful while studying the Peninsular Plateau?प्रायद्वीपीय पठार के अध्ययन में मानचित्र पर कौन सा संबंध सबसे उपयोगी है?

23Which peak is considered the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats?पूर्वी घाट की सबसे ऊँची चोटी कौन सी मानी जाती है?

24The Satpura Range is considered to lie between which two rivers?सतपुड़ा पर्वतमाला किन दो नदियों के बीच स्थित मानी जाती है?

Analytics choices

01How is the width of the Central Highlands in the west compared to the east?

02What is a major evidence of the old age of the Peninsular Plateau?

03The Narmada River is known for flowing through which type of valley?

04How is the direction of the Tapi River similar to the Narmada?

05The Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats act as what for the Deccan Plateau?

06Anaimalai and Cardamom hills are associated with which region?

07The Nilgiri Hills are located near the junction of which features?

08Deep dissection by river valleys in the Peninsular Plateau is the result of which process?

09What is the main reason for the abundance of minerals in the Peninsular Plateau?

10Which statement is correct when comparing the Peninsular Plateau with the Northern Plains?

11What do the Krishna and Godavari rivers indicate about the slope of the Deccan Plateau?

12Why do the Western Ghats influence rainfall in the Peninsular Plateau region?

13What is the lava region spread in the northwestern part of the Deccan Plateau called?

14Which group correctly includes rivers of the Central Highlands?

15Which is an example of the detached northeastern part of the Peninsular Plateau?

17Which major features bound the Deccan Plateau on three sides?

18Which statement about drainage in the Peninsular Plateau is correct?

19What is one reason for landform diversity in the Peninsular Plateau?

20How is the general position of the Western Ghats understood compared to the Eastern Ghats?

21Which special landform helps understand the volcanic history of the Deccan Plateau?

22Which map relationship is most useful while studying the Peninsular Plateau?

23Which peak is considered the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats?

24The Satpura Range is considered to lie between which two rivers?