Question

What is peninsular plateau how was it formed explain?

Answer 1

The peninsular plateau is the oldest landmass of the Indian subcontinent. it was a part of the Gondwana land. The two parts of the peninsular plateau are the Central Highlands and the Deccan plateau, and it has been formed due to volcanic eruption of deccan traps. A highland was created due to deposition of lava, layer after layer. The volcanic activity in this region is extinct now and hence this region is a stable zone. 

Answer 2

The Peninsular plateau is a tableland. It is composed of the old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic rocks. The Peninsular plateau is considered the oldest land mass as it was formed due to the drifting of the Gondwana land. The plateau consists of broad and shallow valleys and rounded hills.