SSC
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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Why is India regarded as sub continent?
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As it was once a continent
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As it migrated south and became part of Asia
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As it was a distinct geographical plate
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: –India is sometimes referred to as a subcontinent because it is a separate landmass, not just a country. It is not as large as one, but it has certain characteristics of a continent, so it is not considered a continent.
Detailed explanation-2: -However, Europe is considered a continent with its comparatively large land area of 10, 180, 000 square kilometres (3, 930, 000 sq mi), while the Indian subcontinent, with less than half that area, is considered a subcontinent.
Detailed explanation-3: -South Asia is called a subcontinent because although it is smaller than a continent, it is still very large, and is separated from the rest of Asia by seas, hills and mountains like the Himalayas.
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