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Geographical Diversity of India — Revision Notes

CBSE · Class 7 · Social Science

Geographical Diversity of India revision notes for CBSE Class 7 Social Science: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the CBSE Class 7 Social Science syllabus.

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. India and its major geographical regions

  • India is the seventh-largest country in the world and is part of Asia.
  • India and its neighbours Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar form the Indian Subcontinent.
  • For study, India is often divided into five major regions: the great mountain zone, the plains of the Ganga and the Indus, the desert region, the southern peninsula, and the islands.
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2. The Himalayas and the northern region

  • The Himalayas are India’s natural barrier in the north.
  • The Himalayan range is about 2500 km long and stretches across six Asian countries: India, Nepal, Bhutan, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.
  • Many peaks are over 8000 metres high and are called the Eight Thousanders.
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3. The Gangetic Plains and major rivers

  • The Gangetic Plains are vast and fertile plains south of the Himalayas.
  • They are nourished by rivers from the Himalayas, especially the Ganga, Indus, and Brahmaputra river systems.
  • These rivers enrich the soil with minerals, making the region highly fertile and suitable for agriculture.
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4. The Thar Desert and the Aravalli Hills

  • The Great Indian Desert is the Thar Desert.
  • It spans Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana.
  • Sand dunes in the Thar can rise as high as 150 metres.

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The Himalayas form a huge naturalThe Himalayas are divided into HimadriLadakh is a cold desertThe plains of the GangaThe Bhagirathi River

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Geographical Diversity of India for CBSE Class 7 Social Science?
Key topics in Geographical Diversity of India include India and its major geographical regions, The Himalayas and the northern region, The Gangetic Plains and major rivers, The Thar Desert and the Aravalli Hills. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How should I revise Geographical Diversity of India for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Geographical Diversity of India. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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