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Indian Geography

India's geography is marked by diverse landscapes, including the Himalayas, Indo-Gangetic Plain, Peninsular Plateau, Thar Desert, and coastal plains. It features significant water bodies like the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and major rivers such as the Ganges and Brahmaputra, with a climate that varies from tropical to alpine. As a federal republic, India's geographical diversity enriches its cultural and ecological variety.

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Indian Geography

India's geography is marked by diverse landscapes, including the Himalayas, Indo-Gangetic Plain, Peninsular Plateau, Thar Desert, and coastal plains. It features significant water bodies like the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and major rivers such as the Ganges and Brahmaputra, with a climate that varies from tropical to alpine. As a federal republic, India's geographical diversity enriches its cultural and ecological variety.

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India's geography is incredibly diverse, encompassing a wide range of landscapes, climates,

and ecosystems. Here's a breakdown of key aspects:


Key Geographical Features:
●​ Location and Extent:
○​ India is located in South Asia.
○​ It extends from the Himalayas in the north to the Indian Ocean in the south.
○​ Its coordinates are roughly between 8°4' and 37°6' north latitude, and 68°7' and
97°25' east longitude.
○​ It's the seventh-largest country in the world by land area.
●​ Major Physical Divisions:
○​ The Himalayan Mountains:
■​ Form a massive barrier in the north.
■​ Include some of the world's highest peaks.
○​ The Indo-Gangetic Plain:
■​ A vast, fertile plain south of the Himalayas.
■​ Densely populated and agriculturally significant.
○​ The Peninsular Plateau (Deccan Plateau):
■​ A large, elevated plateau in the southern part of India.
■​ Characterized by various mountain ranges and plateaus.
○​ The Thar Desert:
■​ A large desert region in western India.
○​ Coastal Plains:
■​ Stretch along the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
○​ Islands:
■​ The Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal.
■​ The Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea.
●​ Water Bodies:
○​ India is bordered by the Arabian Sea to the west, the Bay of Bengal to the east, and
the Indian Ocean to the south.
○​ Major rivers include the Ganges, Brahmaputra, Indus, Godavari, Krishna, and
Narmada.
●​ Climate:
○​ India's climate ranges from tropical in the south to temperate and alpine in the
Himalayan north.
○​ The monsoon plays a crucial role in India's climate and agriculture.
●​ Political Geography:
○​ India is a federal republic consisting of states and union territories.
Key Points to Remember:
●​ India's geographical diversity contributes to its rich cultural and ecological diversity.
●​ The Himalayas play a significant role in shaping India's climate and water resources.
●​ The tropic of cancer passes through the middle of india.
●​ India has a large coast line.
I hope this overview is helpful.

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