11.

Give a reason for the northern - most physical division in Asia being relatively free from mountain ranges.

With reference to the Deccan Plateau in India, answer the following questions: 

a. What type of rocks is it made of ? 

b. Give any two characteristics features of this relief divisions. 

c. Mention any two differences between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats. 

Explain any two climatic changes that take place in and around India sub - continent that are responsible for the arrival of the South - West Monsoons. 

Mention the main areas where lumbering is important in Myanmar. Name two important species of trees that are found here and explain how the logs are carried out of the forests. 

Which city of South - East Asia is referred to as '' The Venice of the East ''? Mention an important problem faced by this city. 

a. How does the Negritos race differ from the Proto - Australoids ? 

b. Where each of these racial groups found in India today ? 

Explain the factors that influence the spatial distribution of population in India. 

Differentiate between 'Push' and 'Pull' factors in migration. 

Which factors in the Deccan states have lead to the support of tank irrigation ? 

What are the drawbacks of tanks as a form of irrigation ?