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Which of the following statements regarding the Indian Peninsular Plateau is correct? a) It is triangular in shape and its relief is highly uneven b) It is a region with numerous hill ranges like Vindhyas and the Satpuras c) Aravali hills, one of the oldest ranges of the world, border it on the north-east side d)It is composed of old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic rocks.

Which of the following statements regarding the Indian Peninsular Plateau is correct? a) It is triangular in shape and its relief is highly uneven b) It is a region with numerous hill ranges like Vindhyas and the Satpuras c) Aravali hills, one of the oldest ranges of the world, border it on the north-east side d)It is composed of old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic rocks. Correct Answer a, b, and d

The correct answer is a, b and d.

Key Points

  • The Indian Peninsular Platea is a triangle in shape and its relief is highly uneven.
  • It is composed of old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic rocks.
  • It covers a total area of 16 lakh sq km.
  • Aravalli hills, one of the oldest ranges in the world, border it on the northwest side.
  • It is a region with numerous hill ranges like Vindhyas and the Satpuras.
  • The Vindhyan range is bounded by the Satpura range in the south and the Aravallis in the northwest.

 Thus, we can say that the above statements are correct regarding the Indian Peninsular Plateau.

Related Questions

Which of the following statements in respect to the Indian Peninsular Plateau are correct? 1. The Deccan Plateau gradually rises from North to South. 2. The Malwa Plateau dominates the Vindhyan scarps, forming the Eastern flank of the plateau. 3. The Western Satpuras separate the Narmada and Tapi rivers. 4. The Chota Nagpur Plateau is composed of Archaean granite and gneiss rocks. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Consider the statements A, B, C on metamorphic rocks and choose the correct answer: A. When igneous and sedimentary rocks are subjected to heat and pressure they change to metamorphic rocks. B. Metamorphic rocks melt to form molten magma when subjected to great heat and pressure. C. Marble is a metamorphic rock.
Consider the following options 1. Javadi Hills, Palconda Range and Nallamalla hills are major hills ranges present in Eastern Ghat Ranges. 2. Betwa, Dhasan, and Ken are major rivers of Baghelkahnd Plateau. 3. Meghalaya plateau is an extension of the peninsular plateau. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the statement A, B, C on igneous rocks and choose the correct answer. Statement (A): Sedimentary rocks, when subjected to heat and pressure turn into igneous rocks. Statement (B): These rocks are found both on the earth's crust and deep inside the earth's crust. Statement (C): Granite and Basalt are examples of igneous rocks. 
Which of the following statements with regard to the Indian Peninsular Plateau is/are correct? 1. The Southern plateau block is formed mainly of granite and gneiss 2. The Deccan lava plateau is an elevated tableland consisting of horizontally arranged lava sheets 3. The Malwa plateau dominates the Vindhyan scraps, forming the eastern flank of the plateau 4. The trough of the Narmada and Tapti is interposed between the Vindhyan and the Satpura ranges Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Consider the following: Type of Rocks Process of formation 1.Igneous Rocks Formed out of existing rocks undergoing recrystallization 2.Sedimentary Rocks The result of the deposition of fragments of rocks by exogenous processes. 3.Metamorphic Rocks Solidified from magma and lava   Which of the above pair/s is/are correctly matched?
Consider the following statement about the Bhander Plateau? (a) The Bhander plateau links the Deccan plateau to the south with the Indo-Gangetic Plains. (b) The Plateau is part of the Satpura Range. (c) The Bhander plateau links the Chota Nagpur plateau to the north and east. (d) The Bhander plateau is in the state of Gujarat. Select the correct statements using the code below:
Which of the following are true with respect to the Indian Peninsular Plateau? I.The southern plateau block is formed mainly of granite and gneiss II.The Deccan lava plateau is an elevated tableland consisting of horizontally arranged lava sheets III. The Malwa plateau dominates the Vindhyan scarps, forming the northern flank of the plateau IV. The trough of the Narmada and Tapti are interposed between the Vindhyan and the Satpura ranges
Which of the following are true with respect to the Indian Peninsular Plateau? I. The southern plateau block is formed mainly of granites and gneiss II. The Deccan lava plateau is an elevated tableland consisting of horizontally arranged lava sheets III. The Malwa plateau dominates the Vindhyan scarps forming the northern flank of the plateau IV. The troughs of the Narmada and the Tapti are interposed between the Vindhyan and the Satpura ranges.
Which of the following are true with respect to the Indian Peninsular Plateau?
I.The southern plateau block is formed mainly of granite and gneiss
II.The Deccan lava plateau is an elevated tableland consisting of horizontally arranged lava sheets
III. The Malwa plateau dominates the Vindhyan scarps, forming the northern flank of the plateau
IV. The trough of the Narmada and Tapti are interposed between the Vindhyan and the Satpura ranges