physiography geomorphology of india section 4 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

In Himalayan Ranges the types of vegetation changes with altitude due to the following reasons.

1. Decrease in temperature
2. Changes in rainfall
3. Unfertile soil
4. Strong winds

a) 2, 3 and 4

b) 1, 3 and 4

c) 1, 2 and 4

d) 1, 2 and 3

Question : 2

Consider the following statements and select the correct answer by using the codes given below:
Assertion (A):
In South India, semi arid steppe climate is found in parts of Karnataka plateau.
Reason (R):
It lies in rain shadow area of Sahyadris.
Codes:

a) Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

b) A is true, but R is false.

c) A is false, but R is true.

d) Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

Question : 3

Which of the following uplands is not a part of the Telangana Plateau?

a) Western Ghat

b) Eastern Ghat

c) Satpura

d) Aravalli

Question : 4

Nanda Devi peak forms a part of

a) Garhwal Himalayas

b) Nepal Himalayas

c) Punjab Himalayas

d) Assam Himalayas

Question : 5

‘Loktak’ is a

a) Lake

b) River

c) Mountain Range

d) Valley

Question : 6

What is Kayal?

a) Ganges Delta

b) Regur of Deccan Plateau

c) Lagoon of Kerala

d) Terai Plain