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SHREYA TYAGIAIR 31· 2024

Question Q.5GS1GS1

The eastern coast and the western coast of India differ considerably in their geographical characteristics. Explain.

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Key Differences:

Eastern Coast:

Formed by river deltas (Ganges, Brahmaputra)
Gently sloping continental shelf
Narrow coastal plains
Cyclone-prone during monsoon
High sediment load from rivers
Mangrove forests

Western Coast:

Composed of plateaus and rocky terrain
Steep continental shelf
Narrow coastal strips
Less prone to cyclones compared to east
High elevation (Western Ghats)
Laterite soils
Fishing-based economy
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  • Clear comparative structure
  • Specific geographical features identified
  • Addresses both coasts systematically

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SHREYA TYAGI

AIR 312024

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Salient features of World's Physical Geography

Indian Geography

Eastern and Western Coasts of India

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69

Total words

3

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13

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Descriptive and Comparative

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