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SubjectsGeographyIndian GeographyChapter 4 — Physiography of India4.1 The Himalayan Range

Topic 4.1 · Geography · Physiography of India

The Himalayan Range

The Himalayan Range is studied as part of "Physiography of India" (Indian Geography) in Geography. India's physiography — the Himalayas, Northern Plains, Peninsular Plateau, coastal plains and islands — shapes its drainage, climate and economic geography.

In the examination context, the himalayan range carries conceptual questions that test both factual recall and analytical understanding. Revise this topic in sequence with the rest of the chapter so that chronological and thematic links are clear.

Important Facts

Himalayas
Young fold mountains, arc-shaped
Indo-Gangetic Plain
Deposited by Himalayan rivers
Deccan Plateau
Old crystalline shield with black soil
Kanchenjunga
Highest peak in India, 8,586 m

Key Points

  • Himalayas — Young fold mountains, arc-shaped
  • Indo-Gangetic Plain — Deposited by Himalayan rivers
  • Deccan Plateau — Old crystalline shield with black soil
  • Kanchenjunga — Highest peak in India, 8,586 m

Important Names

Vidal de la BlacheS.P. Chatterjee

Important Dates

1950sSystematic regional classification of India
Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »Classify mountains (fold, block, volcanic) and match each physiographic division with its characteristic soils and rivers.

Related topics

4.2 Northern Plains4.3 Peninsular Plateau4.4 Coastal Plains & Islands4.5 Indian Desert & Border Ranges
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