Question

How coastal plains are useful to mankind

Answer 1

Answer:

Many parts of the Indian coastal plains have rich fertile soil on which, apart from rice, a large variety of crops are grown. A coconut tree grows all along the coast.

#A large number of big and small ports have been developed all along the coastal areas. These ports play an important role in the growth of national and international trade.

#Some areas along the coastal plain have deposits of mineral oil.

#The sands along the coast of Kerala have large reserves of monazite, which is used for producing nuclear power.

#Low-lying marshy regions of Gujarat are known for producing common salt.

#Fishing is also an important economic activity of the people living in the coastal areas.