The Northern Plains of India have been formed by which process?
The Northern Plains of India have been formed by which process?
Answer: B. Deposition by rivers — The Northern Plains were formed by the deposition of alluvial sediments carried by the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra rivers. These rivers originate in the…
- A.
Volcanic activity
- B.
Deposition by rivers
- C.
Wind erosion
- D.
Plate collision
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Correct answer: B
The Northern Plains were formed by the deposition of alluvial sediments carried by the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra rivers. These rivers originate in the Himalayas and carry eroded material downstream. As the rivers slow down in the plains, they deposit the sediments, building up layers over time. This process creates flat, fertile plains suitable for agriculture.
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