SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Chambal river has risen in the ____ plateau.
A
Malwa
B
Deccan
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The region has been one of the important producers of opium in the world. Wheat and soybeans are other important cash crops, and textiles are a major industry. Malwi is a demonym given to people from the Malwa region.

Detailed explanation-2: -Of volcanic origin, the plateau comprises central Madhya Pradeshstate and southeastern Rajasthan state. The name Malwa is derived from the Sanskrit malav (part of the abode of Laksmi [goddess of wealth]).

Detailed explanation-3: -The part of the Peninsular plateau lying to the north of the Narmada river, covering a major area of the Malwa plateau, is known as the Central Highlands.

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