The Aravalli Hills are among the oldest mountain ranges in the world, formed about 2.5 billion years ago. Though not very high, they are rich in minerals and home to ancient forts. They also act as a barrier against the ...
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Taankas and kunds are traditional rainwater harvesting structures used in Rajasthan. They collect and store rainwater for drinking and household use. Built underground or covered, they prevent evaporation and are essential for survival in arid desert conditions with limited water ...
People in the Thar Desert adapt by wearing light clothes, building thick-walled homes, rearing camels, conserving water through taankas and using sand for cleaning utensils. They adjust their food, farming and lifestyle to survive in hot days and cold nights. Class ...
Sand dunes are mound-like hills with smooth slopes formed by wind action. When strong winds blow across the desert, they carry sand, which settles and piles up in curved or crescent shapes. These dunes can change shape over time due ...
The Thar Desert is located in northwestern India, mainly in Rajasthan, but it also extends into Gujarat, Punjab and Haryana. It is known for sand dunes, arid climate and sparse vegetation, forming one of the world’s major subtropical deserts. Class 7 ...