physiography geomorphology of india section 8 Practice Questions Answers Test with Solutions & More Shortcuts

Question : 6

Which of the following passes is in Arunachal Pradesh?

a) Rohtang Pass

b) Bara Lachan Pass

c) Shipki La Pass

d) Bomdila Pass

Question : 7 [PCS (Pre) 2010]

Through how many Indian states does the Tropic of Cancer pass?

a) 8

b) 7

c) 9

d) 6

Question : 8 [BPSC (Pre) 2005]

Consider the following statements regarding formation of landforms in India.

1. Structurally, the Meghalaya plateau is an extended part of the Deccan plateau.
2. The Valley of Kashmir was formed in a synclinorium.
3. The Gangetic plain was formed in a fore deep.
4. The Himalayas originated as a result of triangular convergence of the Indian plate, the European plate and the Chinese plate.

a) 1, 3 and 4

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 and 4

d) 1, 2 and 3

Question : 9

Which one of the following is depositional landform ?

a) Lapis

b) Sinkhole

c) Cave

d) Stalagmite

Question : 10

Which one of the following is correct? The Palghat Gap serves inland communications from

a) Chennai to Kochi

b) Pune to Mumbai

c) Bangaluru to Mangalore

d) Madurai to Thiruvananthapuram