Class IX – Revision Assignment

Chapter 2 – Geography
Physical Features of India

OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

Q1.The Northern Plains in India are densely populated because they have -
a. Rich alluvial soil
b. Favorable climate
c. Good agricultural production
d. All of the above
Q2.Rivers in their lower course divides into various channels due to
deposition of silt.
These channels are called -
a. Tributaries
b. Distributaries
c. River
d. dams
Q3.Which of the following statements is correct about bhangar -
a. It is formed of older alluvium
b. It presents terrace like feature
c. It is very fertile and ideal for agriculture
Q4. A landmass bounded by sea on three sides is referred to as -
(a) Coast (b) Island (c) Peninsula (d) None of the above
Q5. The western coastal strip south of Goa is referred to as -
(a) Coromandel (b) Konkan (c) Kannad (d) Northern Circar
Q6. The highest peak in the Eastern Ghats is -
(a) Anai Mudi (b) Kanchenjunga (c) Mahendragiri (d) Khasi
Q7. The Himalayan uplift out of the Tethys Sea and subsidence of the
northern flank of the peninsular plateau resulted in the formation of a
large basin. Which of the following physical divisions of India was
formed due to filling up of this depression?
(a) The Himalayas (b) The Northern Plains
(c) The Peninsular Plateau (d) The Coastal Plains
Q8. Which of the following divisions of India has the oldest landmass?
(a) The Himalayas (b) The Northern Plains
(c) The Peninsular Plateau (d) The Indian Desert
Q9. Which of the following ranges of the Himalayas are composed of
unconsolidated sediments brought down by rivers?
(a) The Pir Panjal range (b) The Karakoram range
(c) The Shivaliks (d) The Ladakh range
Q10. The wet and swampy belt of the Northern Region is known as -
(a) Bhabar (b) Terai (c) Doab (d) Bhangar
Q11.The formation of the Northern Plains of India is a result of extensive
____________ deposits.
Q12.The most continuous range consisting of the loftiest peaks with an
average height of 6,000 meters is known as ____________.
Q13. ____________ is the largest delta in the world.
Q14. The Indian Desert lies towards the western margin of _________ hills.
Q15. Name the mountain ranges located in the Eastern part of India.
Q16. What do you understand by Barchans? Where are they found?
Q17.Which is the highest mountain peak located in India?
Q18.What is the name of the part of the Himalayas lying between the Kali
and the Teesta Rivers?
Q19. Name the island group of India that is composed of small coral islands.
Q20. What do you understand by ‘duns’?
Q21. Name the western and eastern edges of the Deccan Plateau.
Q22. Name the three major divisions of the Himalayas from North to South.
Q23. Which plateau lies between the Aravali and the Vindhya ranges?

SHORT AND LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS

Q24. Differentiate between the following –
a. Western and Eastern Ghats
b. Western and Eastern Coastal Plains
c. Khadar and Bangar
d. Bhabhar and Terai
e. Himalayan region and Peninsular Plateau
Q25. Which are the major Physiographic divisions of India?
Q26. Discuss how Himalayas have been divided on the basis of regions
from West to East.
Q27. Describe the three parallel ranges of the Himalayas from North to
South.
Q28. List the three sections into which the Northern Plains of India are
divided.
Q29. What are the characteristic features of the Central Highlands?
Q30. Write a short note on the Indian Desert with reference to its location,
climate, vegetation and relief.
Q31. Write about the Physical Features of the Deccan Plateau.
Q32. Describe any five features of the Northern Plains of India.
SOURCE BASED QUESTION
Q33. A detailed account of the different physiographic units highlights the
unique features of each region. It would, however, be clear that each region
complements the other and makes the country richer in its natural resources.
The mountains are the major sources of water and forest wealth.
The Northern plains are the granaries of the country. They provide the base
for early civilisations. The plateau is a storehouse of minerals, which has
played a crucial role in the industrialisation of the country. The coastal
region and island groups provide sites for fishing and port activities. Thus,
the diverse physical features of the land have immense future possibilities
of development.
Q33A. What is the significance of Peninsular Plateau of India for the
economic development?
a. They are store house of minerals
b. They are well drained with alluvial soil
c. Many mountain passes are found here helping in trade with other
countries
Q33 B. Which physiographic unit is referred as ‘Granaries of the country’?
A.Islands
B. Plateaus
C. Plains
Q33 C. Mention any one economic activity carried out in the coastal areas.