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(b) The Northern mountains
(c) The Plateau Region
(d) The Coastal Plains
10. What type of climate is experienced in both the island groups of India?
(a) Equatorial Climate (c) Extreme Climate
(b) Continental Climate (d) Tropical Climate

Subjective Questions
Sl. Sub Topic- The Islands Marks Pg
No (1/3/5) No.

1. Complete the following table with correct information with regard to 1 14
the Lakshadweep Islands :

The A bird Nearest Indian State
Lakshadweep sanctuary Administrativ
Islands e
headquarter

A-? Kavaratti B-?

2. What are corals? 1 14
Ans: Coral polyps are short-lived microscopic organisms, which live in
colonies in shallow, mud-free and warm waters of the tropical region.
3. How are coral reefs formed? Name two examples of coral reefs. 3 14
An i) Corals the tiny sea animals flourish in shallow mud fee and warm water.
s: ii) They secrete calcium carbonate. The coral secretion and their skeleton
form coral deposits in the form of reefs.
iii) Two examples of coral reefs are the Great Barrier reef and the Fringing
reef.
4. Write the difference between the two groups of Island. 5 14
An Andaman and Nicobar/ Lakshadweep
s: i) form larger group/ smaller group
ii) circular in shape/ elongated in shape
iii) They are of volcanic origin/ They are of coral origin
iv) They are located far away from the country./ They are closer to the
country
v) have strategic importance/ It is not so important from strategic point of
view.
5. How are the physiographic divisions of India complementary to each 5 14
other?
An i) Himalayas give rise to perennial rivers which further make northern
s: plains.
ii) Rivers flowing from western ghats make coastal plains.
iii) Peninsular plateau is the store house of minerals.
iv) Northern plain is very suitable for agriculture