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Geographical Diversity India Class7

India exhibits vast geographical diversity, including mountains, plains, plateaus, deserts, and islands, which influences its climate, lifestyle, and vegetation. The Himalayas, forming the northern boundary, protect the country and are the source of major rivers like the Ganga and Yamuna. Notably, India is unique in having all major physical features within its territory.

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Geographical Diversity India Class7

India exhibits vast geographical diversity, including mountains, plains, plateaus, deserts, and islands, which influences its climate, lifestyle, and vegetation. The Himalayas, forming the northern boundary, protect the country and are the source of major rivers like the Ganga and Yamuna. Notably, India is unique in having all major physical features within its territory.

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Geographical Diversity in India - Class 7 NCERT Notes

1. Introduction

India has a vast geographical diversity. From lofty mountains to fertile plains, plateaus, deserts, and islands -

all are part of the Indian landscape. This diversity influences climate, lifestyle, and vegetation.

Key Points:

- India stretches from the snow-capped Himalayas in the north to the seas in the south.

- This varied geography affects agriculture, culture, and weather patterns.

Mind-Blowing Fact:

India is the only country in the world with all major physical features: mountains, plains, plateaus, deserts,

and islands!

2. The Himalayas

The Himalayas form the northern boundary of India. They act as a natural barrier and protect the country

from cold winds and invasions in the past.

Key Points:

- Himalayas mean 'abode of snow'.

- They consist of three parallel ranges: Himadri (Greater Himalayas), Himachal (Middle Himalayas), and

Shiwalik (Outer Himalayas).

- These mountains are the source of many important rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra.

Mind-Blowing Fact:

Mount Everest (8,848 m), the world-s tallest mountain, is part of the Himalayas and lies on the Nepal-China

border.
Geographical Diversity in India - Class 7 NCERT Notes

Summary Mind Map

Geographical Diversity in India:

India

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Mountains Plains Plateaus

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Himalayas Rivers Deccan Plateau

Himadri - Highest & snow-covered

Himachal - Valleys & hill stations

Shiwalik - Outer, lower ranges

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