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1. Explain any one reason responsible for the formation of 2. Explain the three longitudinal divisions of the Himalayas. Greater, ShiWhat characteristic features distinguish the Peninsular plateau from the |
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Answer» 1.Weathering, water, elevation, SINKING, and erosion of the soil are constantly shaping the surface of the Earth. ... Erosion occurs when material on the surface like soil and rocks which are CALLED SEDIMENTS are deposited or dropped off in a different location2.The Himalaya consists of three parallel ranges in its longitudinal extent. The northern most range is known as the Great or Inner Himalayas or the Himadri . The range lying to the south of the Himadri forms forms the most rugged mountain system and known as less Himalayas or Himachal.3.Himalayas are young fold mountains formed in tertiary period while peninsula PLATEAU are the oldest flat tableland feature and formed much before the Himalayas. The Himalayan region is an unstable landmass whereas Peninsular Region is a very stable landmass |
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