1. India’s coastline is over 7,500 kilometers long and touches the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. It is vital for fishing, trade and transport, with major ports like Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. The coastlines host fertile plains, mangrove forests and coral reefs. Deltas formed by rivers support faRead more

    India’s coastline is over 7,500 kilometers long and touches the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. It is vital for fishing, trade and transport, with major ports like Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. The coastlines host fertile plains, mangrove forests and coral reefs. Deltas formed by rivers support farming, while scenic beaches and heritage sites promote tourism. Coastal regions are rich in biodiversity and offer livelihoods to millions. They also help regulate the climate and protect inland areas from storms.

     

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  2. India's west coast is narrow and flanked by the Western Ghats. Rivers here, like Narmada and Tapti, are short and form estuaries. The coastline is rocky, with important ports such as Mumbai. In contrast, the east coast is broader and bordered by the Eastern Ghats. Major rivers like Godavari and KrisRead more

    India’s west coast is narrow and flanked by the Western Ghats. Rivers here, like Narmada and Tapti, are short and form estuaries. The coastline is rocky, with important ports such as Mumbai. In contrast, the east coast is broader and bordered by the Eastern Ghats. Major rivers like Godavari and Krishna form fertile deltas. It is more suitable for agriculture and has wider plains. While the west coast supports trade, the east coast supports dense population and farming.

     

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  3. Estuaries are partially enclosed coastal areas where freshwater from rivers mixes with saltwater from the sea. On India’s west coast, rivers like Narmada and Tapti descend swiftly from the Western Ghats and enter the Arabian Sea. Since the coast is narrow and steep, the rivers do not form deltas butRead more

    Estuaries are partially enclosed coastal areas where freshwater from rivers mixes with saltwater from the sea. On India’s west coast, rivers like Narmada and Tapti descend swiftly from the Western Ghats and enter the Arabian Sea. Since the coast is narrow and steep, the rivers do not form deltas but instead widen near their mouths, creating estuaries. These are rich in biodiversity, support fisheries and serve as natural harbors. Estuaries are vital for ecosystems and local livelihoods.

     

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  4. A lagoon is a shallow, coastal water body that is partly enclosed by landforms such as sandbars, coral reefs or barrier islands. It usually forms where the coastline is low and rivers deposit silt. On the east coast of India, two prominent lagoons are Chilika Lake in Odisha, Asia’s largest brackishRead more

    A lagoon is a shallow, coastal water body that is partly enclosed by landforms such as sandbars, coral reefs or barrier islands. It usually forms where the coastline is low and rivers deposit silt. On the east coast of India, two prominent lagoons are Chilika Lake in Odisha, Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon and Pulicat Lake in Andhra Pradesh. These lagoons are important for fishing, bird sanctuaries, biodiversity and the livelihoods of nearby coastal communities.

     

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  5. Deltas are formed at river mouths where the river slows and deposits silt and sediment, creating a fan- or triangle-shaped landform. These deposits are rich in minerals, making the soil highly fertile. Rivers like Ganga, Godavari, Krishna and Mahanadi form vast deltas on India’s east coast. These deRead more

    Deltas are formed at river mouths where the river slows and deposits silt and sediment, creating a fan- or triangle-shaped landform. These deposits are rich in minerals, making the soil highly fertile. Rivers like Ganga, Godavari, Krishna and Mahanadi form vast deltas on India’s east coast. These deltas support intensive agriculture due to their nutrient-rich soil and ample water supply. They are also home to many species of birds and fish, making them ecologically and economically significant.

     

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