Question

Q.4(A) Mark the following in the outline map of India. Write the names and
give index (any four)
1) Eastern Himalayas
2) Punjab-Haryana Plain
3) Western Ghats
4) Eastern Coastal Plains
5) Sikkim
6) Narmada River​

Answer 1

India is divided into two equal halves by a latitude called the Tropic of Cancer resulting in the North and South of India.

• The Eastern Himalayas is also known as Purvachal mountains comprises hill ranges like Patkai, Barail, Manipur, Mizo, and Naga hills.

• The Punjab plain is known for its large deposition of alluvial soil in eastern Pakistan and Northwest India.  

• The Western Ghats is parallel to the western coast located in the states of Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

• Sikkim is a state situated in the northeastern part of India. It is bordered by Bhutan, Tibet, and Nepal, the neighboring countries of India.

• Narmada river is also called Reva. This river flows in states like Madhya Pradesh and Gujurat. It is the 5th longest river in India.

Answer 2

Punjab Haryana plain

thar desert

Aravali hills

Western ghats