Geography of the Peninsular Plateau

The video provides an overview of the Peninsular Plateau in India, describing its triangular shape and division into the Central Highlands and the Deccan Plateau. It highlights the geographical features, climate, and rivers of each region. The Central Highlands include the Malwa and Chota Nagpur Plateaus, known for their mineral wealth. The Deccan Plateau extends to the southern tip of India, featuring the Western Ghats and several rivers. The video also covers the diverse flora and fauna found in the region, emphasizing its rich biodiversity and tourist attractions.

What is the shape of the Peninsular Plateau?

• Circular

• Triangular

• Rectangular

• Square

Which hills lie to the northwest of the Peninsular Plateau?

• Rajmahal Hills

• Aravalli Hills

• Cardamom Hills

• Nilgiri Hills

What are the two main divisions of the Peninsular Plateau?

• Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats

• Central Highlands and Deccan Plateau

• Vindhya Range and Satpura Range

• Himalayas and Western Ghats

Which rivers flow through the Malwa Plateau?

• Narmada and Tapi

• Krishna and Kaveri

• Ganga and Yamuna

• Jambal and Son

Which states are part of the Chota Nagpur Plateau?

• Tamil Nadu and Kerala

• West Bengal and Bihar

• Punjab and Haryana

• Maharashtra and Gujarat

What is the climate of the Chota Nagpur Plateau during summers?

• Cold and humid

• Moderate and humid

• Hot and dry

• Cold and dry

Which hills form the Western Ghats in the Deccan Plateau?

• Nilgiri, Anamalai, and Cardamom

• Himalayas, Nilgiri, and Satpura

• Satpura, Vindhya, and Aravalli

• Aravalli, Rajmahal, and Vindhya

Which rivers drain into the Bay of Bengal from the Deccan Plateau?

• Ganga and Yamuna

• Narmada and Tapi

• Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri

• Brahmaputra and Ganga

Which crops are commonly grown in the Deccan Plateau?

• Tea and Coffee

• Sugarcane and Cotton

• Chickpea, Groundnut, and Millets

• Wheat and Rice

Which animal is NOT found in the Peninsular Plateau?

• Sambar Deer

• Nilgai

• Polar Bear

• Indian Giant Squirrel