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What formed the Northern Plains?
AAlluvial soil deposited by rivers
BVolcanic activity
CWind erosion
DGlacial movement only
CBSEClass 9 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 7 · Topic 2
The Northern Plains and Peninsular Plateau
The Northern Plains are fertile, flat lands formed by river deposits, while the Peninsular Plateau is an ancient, rocky highland region in s
Core concept
The Northern Plains, formed by the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra rivers depositing fertile alluvial soil, are among the most densely populated and agriculturally productive regions in the world.
How it works
The Peninsular Plateau, one of the oldest landmasses on Earth, consists of ancient rocks and is rich in minerals like iron ore, coal, and bauxite.
Why it matters
The plateau is divided by hill ranges like the Vindhya and Satpura, and includes regions like the Deccan Plateau, known for its black soil ideal for cotton cultivation.
Key detail
While the Northern Plains support intensive farming due to fertile soil and flat land, the Peninsular Plateau's mineral wealth supports mining and industrial development.
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• The Northern Plains are formed by river-deposited alluvial soil.
• Key rivers include the Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra.
• The Northern Plains are densely populated and fertile.
• The Peninsular Plateau is one of the oldest landmasses.
• The plateau is rich in minerals like iron ore and coal.
• The Vindhya and Satpura ranges divide the plateau.
• The Deccan Plateau has black soil good for cotton.
• The plateau supports mining and industry.