Question

A triangular landmass that lies to the south of Narmada river is known as_________.
A. Malwa plateau
B. Chota Nagpur plateau
C. Deccan plateau
D. Meghalaya plateau

Answer 1

Hint: The Narmada River is regarded as the "Life Line of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat". It has contributed immensely to these states. The triangular landmass is located to the south of this river.

Complete Answer: Looking at the above options:
Option A: Malwa plateau is a doab region located in west-central India. It has a volcanic origin. This option is incorrect.

Option B: The Chota Nagpur plateau is located in the eastern region of India. It is regarded as the storehouse of minerals. This option is incorrect.

Option C: The Deccan plateau is located in the south-western India. It is the oldest plateau in India. It is very rich in minerals and precious stones. It is a triangular landmass. This option is correct.

Option D: The Meghalaya Plateau is a highland region in the north-eastern part of India. It is the highest portion of the hill mass that includes most of Meghalaya. This option is incorrect.

Hence, the correct option is C.

Note:The soil on the Deccan plateau is black, yellow, or red. The soil is rich in iron and good for growing cotton, but the yellow and red soils need main minerals, making it difficult for farmers to grow plants in those regions. A typical town in the Deccan Plateau obtains about 30 inches of rain a year.