Question

Elaborate on the formation of the northern plains on the basis of its length width and river system

Answer 1

1.The Northern plain has been formed by three major river systems - the Indus, the Ganga and the Brahmaputra along with their tributaries.
2.This plain is formed by alluvial soil.
3. Deposition of alluvium in vast basin in the Shiwaliks or at the foothills of the Himalayas is the reason for the northern plains is formed by alluvial soil.
4. The area spread over 7 lakh km square, whis is 2400 km in length and 240-320 km in width.