NCERT Solutions-Chapter Landforms and Life-Class 6-SST

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     Q1. In what type of landform is your town / village / city located? Which features                                             mentioned in this chapter do you see around you?

Answer:

         My village is located in the plain landform.

                Plains are landforms that have an extensive flat or gently undulating surface. 

                They do not have any large hills or deep valleys.

       Note: Write answer as per your location.(Do Yourself).

       Q2. Let us go back to our initial trip from Chhota Nagpur to Prayagraj and Almora. Describe the                  three landforms you came across on the way. 

   Answer:

       Traveling from Chhota Nagpur to Prayagraj and then to Almora, we encounter a diverse range of landforms. Here are three prominent ones:

     1. Plateaus of Chhota Nagpur
                 Chhota Nagpur Plateau is a rich mineral region, consisting of hilly terrain and extensive forests. It features undulating hills, valleys, and some flat-topped areas. The region is known for its mineral wealth, including coal, iron ore, and bauxite.The plateau averages about 700 meters above sea level. The climate varies from tropical to subtropical, with hot summers and cooler winters.

      2. Alluvial Plains of the Ganges (near Prayagraj):
                             As we move towards Prayagraj, you enter the fertile alluvial plains formed by the Ganges and its tributaries. These plains are flat and highly fertile, making them ideal for agriculture. They are characterized by rich, alluvial soil deposits. The plains are generally low-lying, averaging around 100 meters above sea level. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers, a monsoon season, and cool winters.

        3. Mountains and Hills of Almora:
                   Almora, located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, is part of the Himalayan range. This area features steep hills, deep valleys, and picturesque landscapes. The terrain is rugged, with terraced farming on the hillsides. Almora is situated at an average elevation of about 1,600 meters above sea level. The climate here is cooler compared to the plains, with mild summers and cold winters, sometimes experiencing snowfall.

          These landforms highlight the geographical diversity encountered on this journey, ranging from plateaus and fertile plains to the majestic mountains of the Himalayas.

    3. List a few famous pilgrimage spots in India along with the
landforms in which they are found.

Answer: Here are a few famous pilgrimage spots in India along with the types of landforms they are found in:

1. Varanasi (Kashi)
    Location: Uttar Pradesh
    Landform: Plains
    Varanasi is situated on the flat, fertile plains of the Ganges River. It is one of the oldest cities in the        world and a major pilgrimage center for Hindus.

2. Amarnath Cave
    Location: Jammu and Kashmir
    Landform: Mountains
    The Amarnath Cave is located in the Himalayas. Pilgrims trek through the mountainous terrain to          reach this sacred cave where a naturally forming ice Shiva Lingam is worshipped.

3. Rameshwaram
    Location: Tamil Nadu
    Landform: Coastal area (Island)
    Rameshwaram is on Pamban Island and is connected to the mainland by a bridge. It is a famous          pilgrimage spot, especially known for the Ramanathaswamy Temple.

4. Haridwar
    Location: Uttarakhand
    Landform: Plains (at the foothills of the Himalayas)
    Haridwar is where the Ganges River exits the Himalayas and enters the plains. It is one of the                  holiest places for Hindus, known for the Ganga Aarti.

5. Vaishno Devi
    Location:  Jammu and Kashmir
    Landform: Hills
   The shrine of Vaishno Devi is located in the Trikuta Mountains. Pilgrims climb up the hills to reach this sacred cave temple dedicated to the goddess Vaishno Devi.

6. Tirupati
     Location: Andhra Pradesh
     Landform: Hills
     The Tirumala Venkateswara Temple is located on the Tirumala Hills. It is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in India.

These pilgrimage spots are found in different landforms like plains, mountains, coastal areas, and hills, showing the diverse geography of India.

   Q4. State whether true or false —
    * The Himalayas are young mountains with rounded tops.                                                                                * Plateaus usually rise sharply at least on one side.
    * Mountains and hills belong to the same type of landform.
    * Mountains, plateaus and rivers in India have the same types of flora and fauna.
    * Ganga is a tributary to the Yamuna.
    * Deserts have unique flora and fauna.
    * Melting snow feeds rivers.
    * Sediments from rivers deposited in the plains makes the land fertile.
    *All deserts are hot.

 Answer: 

        False

       True

       True

       False

       False

       True

    Q5. Match words in pairs:

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