Q1
Where are the Himalayas located in India?
AThe north
BThe south
CThe east coast only
DThe west coast only
CBSEClass 7 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 1 · Topic 1
India's Physical Diversity
India has remarkable physical diversity, including mountains, plains, plateaus, deserts, and coastlines, each contributing to the country's
Core concept
The Himalayan mountains stretch across India's north, while the Indo-Gangetic Plains form a fertile region in the middle, supporting dense population and agriculture.
How it works
The Deccan Plateau covers much of southern India, while the Thar Desert lies in the northwest, and the Eastern and Western Ghats run along India's coasts.
Why it matters
India's long coastline, bordering the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, supports fishing, trade, and diverse coastal ecosystems.
Key detail
This physical diversity influences regional climate, agriculture, culture, and lifestyle, making India a country of many different landscapes and ways of life.
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• The Himalayas stretch across India's north.
• The Indo-Gangetic Plains are fertile and densely populated.
• The Deccan Plateau covers much of southern India.
• The Thar Desert lies in the northwest.
• The Eastern and Western Ghats run along the coasts.
• India has a long coastline bordering two seas.
• The coastline supports fishing and trade.
• Physical diversity shapes regional climate and culture.