Arrange the following mountain ranges in order of their location from West to East:
(i) Aravalli mountain range
(ii) Gir mountain range
(iii) Khasi hills
(iv) Patkai mountain range
Answers
Explanation:
Garo Hills are part of the Garo-Khasi range in Meghalaya. It is one of the wettest places in the world. It is in west direction. When we further move in east of Garo Hills, then we find Khasi Hills. Khasi hills are a part of the Patkai range. Cherrapunji which is considered as one of the wettest places in the world is located under these hills. When we move further, we encounter with Jantia hills. This mountain region is sparsely populated. It is a part of the Meghalaya plateau.
Naga Hills are situated in extreme east of Garo Hills. It lies on the border of India and Myanmar. They are part of a complex mountain system. It is part of the mountain range which is spread in Nagaland and the Burmese region of Sagaing.
Answer:
Aravali, gir, patkai, khasi