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The Physical Divisions of India

ICSE · Class 4 · Social Science

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Topics in The Physical Divisions of India

1

The Himalayas

  • The Himalayas are the northernmost part of India and are the highest mountains in the world.
  • They are divided into three ranges: Himadri (Greater Himalayas), Himachal (Lesser Himalayas), and Shiwalik (Outer Himalayas).
  • The Himalayas protect India from cold winds and help bring rain by stopping monsoon winds.
2

The Northern Plains

  • Formed by rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra bringing soil from the Himalayas.
  • Very fertile and known as the 'Food Bowl of India'.
  • Divided into three basins: Satluj, Ganga, and Brahmaputra.
3

The Peninsular Plateau

  • A large triangular plateau south of the Northern Plains.
  • Made of old rocks and is rich in minerals like iron, coal, and manganese.
  • Slopes towards the east, so most rivers flow into the Bay of Bengal.
4

The Great Indian Desert

  • Also known as the Thar Desert, located in western Rajasthan.
  • Hot days and cold nights; receives very little rainfall.
  • Sandy land with thorny bushes and shifting sand dunes.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Physical Divisions of India

The HimalayasThe Northern PlainsThe Peninsular PlateauThe Great Indian DesertThe Coastal PlainsThe IslandsMajor Rivers of India

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