Short Answer TypeIn what way is the location of India similar to the location of Australia and in what way does it differ ?
Explain with two examples the role played by mountain ranges in the distribution of rainfall in India during the south-west monsoon period.
Thar is the best example as this area receives very little rainfall because of the current of south-west monsoon moves uninterrupted since the direction of monsoon current is parallel to Aravali hills.
Banglore which is in the rain shadow area whereas Mangalore receives as much as 280 cms rainfall due to Western Ghat.
Which state has the highest percentage of urban population and which state has the lowest percentage ? Give one reason for each.
Give reasons to explain why canal irrigation is mainly carried out in the Northern Plains.
What is the meaning of subsistence agriculture ? Explain how Indian agriculture has changed from subsistence type of farming ?
Name the minerals known as 'black gold' and 'liquid gold'. Name a major producing area for each in India.
Explain the role played by any two geographical factors in the location of industries in India.
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