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
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GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of World's Physical Geography
Indian Geography
Eastern and Western Coasts of India
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Descriptive and Comparative
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