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What is a sub-continent?

A sub-continent is a big geographical unit which stands out distinctly from the rest of the continent.

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Why is Indian sub-continent considered a distinct geographical unit ? Give three reasons in support of your answer.

Make out correct pairs ;

A. The land in which the sacred Kailash-Mansarover are located.	(i) Tarim Basin
B. The region where the ancient civilisation of Kashgar and Khotan flourished.	(ii) Tibet
C. The roof of the world.	(iii) Pamir
D. A place where three seas meet.	(iv) Rann of Kutch
E. The salty marshes in the westernmost part of India.	(v) Pygmallian point
F. The southernmost tip of the country.	(vi) Kanyakumari
G. The highest mountain peak of Himalayas in India.	(vii) K2
H. The second highest mountain peak of the world.	(viii) Kanchenjunga.

How does longitudinal extent of India affect it ? Explain with three examples.

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