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Physical Features of India | Geography Class 9 Notes with Map and Explanation
India is a land of diverse physical features, shaped by geological forces over millions of years. From the towering Himalayas in the north to the vast coastal plains in the south, India’s physical geography includes mountains, plateaus, plains, deserts, and islands. These landforms not only influence the country’s climate, vegetation, and soil but also play a vital role in human activities and settlement patterns. In this chapter, we explore the major physical divisions of India, their formation, key characteristics, and significance.
Objectives of Physical Features of India
- To understand the major physical divisions of India – the Himalayas, the Northern Plains, the Peninsular Plateau, the Indian Desert, the Coastal Plains, and the Islands.
- To learn how different landforms were formed due to geological processes like plate tectonics and erosion.
- To identify the characteristics of each physical feature and how they influence the climate, vegetation, and lifestyle of people.
- To examine the role of India’s physical geography in agriculture, settlement, transportation, and economic activities.
- To locate and label major physical features on the map of India for better spatial understanding.
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