Question

Explain various types of plains on the basis of origin.

Answer 1

Ganga plains,Yamuna plains,Brahmaputra plains and Indus plains

Answer 2

Answer:

1. The plains can be classified on the basis of their creation as discussed.

2. Alluvial plains result from the materials brought by the rivers and other water bodies.

3. Flood plains result from the materials brought in by the rivers having floods.

4. Coastal plains come into existence when the sea water recedes leaving the fertile land on the banks uncovered.

5. The delta of rivers are the most fertile regions. Plains formed on these deltas also exist.