Distinguish between :
Vindhya Mountains and Western Ghats

Vindhya Mountains

Western Ghats

1. Vindhyas are extended south of Malwa Plateau.

2. It is running parallel to the river Narmada.

3. It is composed of sand stones, limestones and shales.

1. Western Ghats flank the Deccan lava plateau on the west.

2. They have a general altitude ranging from 900 to 1100 meters.

3. The Western Ghats are generally forested with different types of vegetation ranging from evergreen to deciduous forests.

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Distinguish between :
1. Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats
2. Gorge and Rift valley

Give an account of the distinct land features of the Great Plains.

Distinguish between :
1. Bhabar and Tarai
2. Islands of the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
3. Folding and Faulting

State three characteristics of Himalayas, which indicate their youthful stage.

Structure and Physiography