Structure and Physiography Ch (2) Practice Quiz in English Part 2 || Class 11 Geography Book -2 Practice Quizzes in English Posted on February 27, 2025February 27, 2025 by Anshul Gupta0% 0 votes, 0 avg 0 Structure and Physiography Ch (2)Practice Quiz in English Part 2 || Class 11 Geography Book -2 Practice Quizzes in English 1 / 201. What was the original geological feature of the Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain? A. A volcanic caldera B. A mountain range C. A geo-synclinal depression D. A plateau Explanation: Originally, the Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain was a geo-synclinal depression, which was gradually filled by sediments brought by the Himalayan and Peninsular rivers. 2 / 202. What is the approximate length of the Great Himalayan range? A. 3,000 km B. 1,500 km C. 2,000 km D. 2,500 km Explanation: The Great Himalayan range, also known as the central axial range, has an approximate length of 2,500 km from east to west. 3 / 203. What is the average width of the Great Himalayan range? A. 400-800 km B. 50-100 km C. 160-400 km D. 100-200 km Explanation: The width of the Great Himalayan range varies between 160-400 km from north to south. 4 / 204. What is the term for the outcome of structure, process, and stage of development of an area? A. Physiography B. Geomorphology C. Topography D. Geology Explanation: Physiography is the outcome of structure, process, and stage of development of an area. 5 / 205. Which part of India is characterized by rugged topography with mountain ranges, valleys, and gorges? A. South B. West C. East D. North Explanation: The northern part of India has a vast expanse of rugged topography consisting of mountain ranges, valleys, and gorges. 6 / 206. What kind of barrier do the Himalayas form between the Indian subcontinent and Central and East Asian countries? A. Only a cultural barrier B. Only a climatic barrier C. Physical, climatic, drainage, and cultural divide D. Only a physical barrier Explanation: The Himalayas act as a physical, climatic, drainage, and cultural divide between the Indian subcontinent and Central and East Asian countries. 7 / 207. What is the characteristic feature of the southern part of India? A. Stable tableland with plateaus B. Flat plains with alluvial deposits C. Coastal plains with deltas D. Rugged topography with mountains Explanation: The southern part of India consists of a stable tableland with highly dissected plateaus, denuded rocks, and scarps. 8 / 208. What is the average depth of alluvial deposits in the Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain? A. 2000-3000 meters B. 1000-2000 meters C. 500-1000 meters D. 100-200 meters Explanation: The average depth of alluvial deposits in the Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain ranges from 1000-2000 meters. 9 / 209. From north to south, what are the three major zones of the Northern Plains? A. Alluvial plains, delta, and coast B. Bhabar, Tarai, and alluvial plains C. Bhangar, Khadar, and Tarai D. Mountains, foothills, and plains Explanation: From north to south, the Northern Plains can be divided into three major zones: the Bhabar, the Tarai, and the alluvial plains. 10 / 2010. What are the names of the old and new alluvial deposits in the Northern Plains? A. Delta and Coast B. Bhangar and Khadar C. Bhabar and Tarai D. Alluvium and Colluvium Explanation: The old alluvial deposits in the Northern Plains are known as Bhangar, and the new alluvial deposits are known as Khadar. 11 / 2011. Which major physiographic division lies between the northern mountains and the southern plateaus? A. The Northern Plain B. The Indian Desert C. The Coastal Plains D. The Peninsular Plateau Explanation: The vast Northern Plain lies between the northern mountains and the southern plateaus of India. 12 / 2012. Into how many physiographic divisions can India be divided based on macro variations? A. Six B. Five C. Seven D. Four Explanation: Based on macro variations, India can be divided into six physiographic divisions. 13 / 2013. What is the average width of the Northern Plains? A. 150-300 km B. 300-600 km C. 50-100 km D. 600-900 km Explanation: The average width of the Northern Plains varies between 150-300 km. 14 / 2014. Which rivers formed the Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain? A. Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy, and Salween B. Narmada, Tapi, and Mahanadi C. Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra D. Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri Explanation: The Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain was formed by the alluvial deposits brought by the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra rivers. 15 / 2015. What is the characteristic feature of the Bhabar zone? A. Old and new alluvial deposits B. Marshy and swampy conditions C. Riverine islands and sand bars D. Deposition of heavy materials like rocks and boulders Explanation: The Bhabar is a narrow belt where streams and rivers coming from the mountains deposit heavy materials of rocks and boulders. 16 / 2016. What is the general orientation of the Himalayas in the northwestern part of India? A. East to west B. Northwest to southeast C. Southwest to northeast D. North to south Explanation: The general orientation of the Himalayas in the northwestern part of India is from northwest to southeast.17 / 2017. Which of the following is NOT one of the physiographic divisions of India? A. The Peninsular Plateau B. The Central Highlands C. The Northern Plain D. The Northern and Northeastern Mountains Explanation: The six physiographic divisions of India are the Northern and Northeastern Mountains, the Northern Plain, the Peninsular Plateau, the Indian Desert, the Coastal Plains, and the Islands. The Central Highlands are a part of the Peninsular Plateau. 18 / 2018. Which major rivers formed the Northern Plains? A. Narmada, Tapi, and Mahanadi B. Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy, and Salween C. Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri D. Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra Explanation: The Northern Plains are formed by the alluvial deposits brought by the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra rivers. 19 / 2019. What is the approximate length of the Northern Plains from east to west? A. 3,200 km B. 2,400 km C. 1,000 km D. 1,600 km Explanation: The Northern Plains extend approximately 3,200 km from east to west. 20 / 2020. Which zone in the Northern Plains is known for its marshy and swampy conditions? A. Tarai B. Khadar C. Bhangar D. Bhabar Explanation: The Tarai zone is known for its marshy and swampy conditions due to the re-emergence of streams and rivers without any properly demarcated channel. 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