With reference to Deccan Plateau, consider the following statements: 1. It lies to the south of the river Narmada. 2. Structurally, the Karbi-Anglong Plateau is an extended part of the Decca plateau. 3. The Deccan Plateau is higher in the east and slopes gently westwards. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to Deccan Plateau, consider the following statements: 1. It lies to the south of the river Narmada. 2. Structurally, the Karbi-Anglong Plateau is an extended part of the Decca plateau. 3. The Deccan Plateau is higher in the east and slopes gently westwards. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Correct Answer 1 and 2

The correct answer is 1 and 2.

Important Points

• The Deccan Plateau is a triangular landmass that lies to the south of the river Narmada. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• The Satpura range flanks its broad base in the north, while the Mahadev, the Kaimur hills and the Maikal range form its eastern extensions.
• An extension of the Plateau is also visible in the northeast, locally known as the Meghalaya, Karbi-Anglong Plateau and North Cachar Hills. Hence, statement 2 is correct 
• It is separated by a fault from the Chotanagpur Plateau.

Mistake Points

• The Deccan Plateau is higher in the west and slopes gently eastwards. Hence, statement 3 is NOT correct.
  • ​Its average elevation is 600 m.
  • It rises to 1000 m in the south but dips to 500 m in the north.