Physiographic Divisions — Set 6
Geography · भौतिक विभाजन · Questions 51–60 of 70
Which is the highest peak of the Nilgiri Hills?
Correct Answer: C. Doda Betta
Doda Betta is the highest point in the Nilgiri Mountains with an altitude of 2,637 meters. It is located near Udhagamandalam (Ooty) in Tamil Nadu. It is the second highest peak in South India.
The southern part of the Indian mainland ends at which point?
Correct Answer: A. Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari, also known as Cape Comorin, is the southernmost tip of mainland India. It is the meeting point of the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean. Indira Point is the southernmost point of the entire Indian territory.
Which mountain range is the oldest in India?
Correct Answer: D. Aravallis
The Aravalli Range is geologically the oldest mountain range in India. It dates back to the Proterozoic era, making it billions of years old. Today, it remains as a series of low hills due to continuous erosion.
What is the name of the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats?
Correct Answer: D. Jindhagada
Jindhagada Peak, located in Andhra Pradesh, is the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats. It stands at an elevation of 1,690 meters. Earlier textbooks often listed Mahendragiri as the highest.
The Palk Strait separates India from which country?
Correct Answer: A. Sri Lanka
The Palk Strait is a narrow strip of water between the Tamil Nadu state of India and Sri Lanka. It connects the Bay of Bengal in the northeast with the Palk Bay in the southwest. It is named after Robert Palk, a former governor of Madras.
Which of the following is the largest delta in the world?
Correct Answer: C. Sunderbans Delta
The Sunderbans Delta is formed by the confluence of the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers. It is famous for its mangrove forests and the Royal Bengal Tiger. A large portion of it lies in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
What is the northernmost point of India called?
Correct Answer: B. Indira Col
Indira Col is the northernmost point of the Indian territory, located in the Siachen Glacier. It lies near the junction of India, Pakistan, and China. The southernmost point is Indira Point in the Nicobar Islands.
Which state has the longest coastline in India?
Correct Answer: A. Gujarat
Gujarat has the longest coastline among all Indian states, stretching over 1,600 km. It is followed by Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The long coastline is dotted with numerous major and minor ports.
The 'Deccan Plateau' slopes in which direction?
Correct Answer: D. West to East
The Deccan Plateau is tilted towards the East, which is why most of its major rivers flow into the Bay of Bengal. This slope is evidenced by the courses of the Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri. Only the Narmada and Tapti flow westward due to rift valleys.
Which island group is also known as the 'Emerald Islands'?
Correct Answer: D. Andaman and Nicobar
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are often called the Emerald Islands because of their lush green forest cover. They comprise over 500 islands and islets in the Bay of Bengal. These islands are of volcanic and tectonic origin.