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Geographical Diversity of India

CBSE · Class 7 · Social Science

Complete topic list for Geographical Diversity of India in CBSE Class 7 Social Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Geographical Diversity of India

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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.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Geographical Diversity of India

India as a large country in AsiaThe HimalayasHimalayan formation and growthThree Himalayan rangesHimadriHimachalShivalik HillsBhagirathi and Gangotri Glacier

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Geographical Diversity of India for CBSE Class 7 Social Science?
Geographical Diversity of India covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 7 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Geographical Diversity of India — CBSE Class 7 Social Science?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 43 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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