Physical divisions, climate and drainage
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What is the latitudinal extent of India?
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India lies between 8°4'N and 37°6'N latitudes. This wide range contributes to diverse climatic conditions across the country.
What is the longitudinal extent of India?
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India extends from 68°7'E to 97°25'E longitudes. This gives the country a vast east-west expanse, affecting time zones and regional climates.
Which line of latitude divides India almost equally?
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The Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) passes through the middle of India, dividing it into tropical and subtropical zones.
Name the six major physiographic divisions of India.
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1. The Himalayan Mountains 2. The Northern Plains 3. The Peninsular Plateau 4. The Indian Desert 5. The Coastal Plains 6. The Islands…
Why are the Himalayas called a 'climatic divide'?
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The Himalayas block cold winds from Central Asia in winter and prevent monsoon winds from escaping, thus influencing India's climate significantly.
What are the three ranges of the Himalayas from north to south?
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1. Himadri (Greater Himalayas) 2. Himachal (Lesser Himalayas) 3. Shiwaliks (Outer Himalayas)…
What is 'Bhabar' and where is it found?
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Bhabar is a narrow belt (8–16 km wide) south of the Shiwaliks where rivers deposit pebbles. Streams disappear here due to porous rocks.
How is 'Terai' different from Bhabar?
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While Bhabar is dry and porous, Terai lies south of Bhabar and is wet, swampy, and marshy because streams reappear here.
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