Physiographic Divisions — Set 1
Geography · भौतिक विभाजन · Questions 1–10 of 70
Which mountain range acts as a natural barrier between the Indian subcontinent and Central Asia?
Correct Answer: D. Himalayas
The Himalayas form a massive mountain wall along the northern borders of India. This range prevents cold winds from Central Asia from entering the subcontinent. It is geologically a young fold mountain system.
The northernmost range of the Himalayas is known by which name?
Correct Answer: A. Himadri
Himadri is the northernmost and highest range of the Himalayas. It contains the most prominent peaks like Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga. It is also known as the Great or Inner Himalayas.
Which of the following is the highest peak located entirely within India?
Correct Answer: B. Kanchenjunga
Kanchenjunga is the highest mountain peak in India and is situated on the border with Nepal. While Mount Everest is the world's highest, it is in Nepal. K2 is technically in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
What is the name of the longitudinal valleys lying between the Lesser Himalayas and the Shiwaliks?
Correct Answer: C. Duns
Duns are flat-bottomed longitudinal structural valleys formed between these two ranges. Dehradun is one of the most famous examples of such a formation. They are mostly found in the western part of the Himalayas.
The section of the Himalayas lying between the Indus and Satluj rivers is called what?
Correct Answer: B. Punjab Himalayas
The Punjab Himalayas represent the westernmost regional division based on river valleys. This region is also frequently referred to as the Kashmir and Himachal Himalayas. These divisions were originally classified by Sir Sydney Burrard.
Which geographical feature is known as the 'Roof of the World'?
Correct Answer: D. Pamir Knot
The Pamir Knot is a mountain hub where several major Asian ranges meet. It is called the Roof of the World due to its extremely high elevation. It connects the Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush ranges.
Which pass connects Srinagar to Leh?
Correct Answer: D. Zoji La
Zoji La is a high mountain pass in the Himalayas located on National Highway 1. It provides a vital link between the Kashmir Valley and the Ladakh region. The pass remains closed during peak winter due to heavy snowfall.
The 'Terai' region of the Northern Plains is characterized by which of the following?
Correct Answer: A. Swampy and marshy land
Terai is a wet and marshy region located south of the Bhabar belt. It was once covered with thick forests and rich wildlife. Most of this land has now been cleared for agricultural purposes.
Which type of alluvial soil is known as 'Khadar'?
Correct Answer: D. New alluvium
Khadar is the newer, younger alluvium found in the floodplains of rivers. It is renewed almost every year by floods, making it extremely fertile. This soil is ideal for intensive agricultural activities.
The 'Bhabar' belt is located at which position relative to the Shiwaliks?
Correct Answer: B. To the South
Bhabar is a narrow belt of pebbles deposited by rivers as they descend from the mountains. It lies parallel to the southern slopes of the Shiwalik range. Streams often disappear underground in this porous belt.