Deltas form when rivers slow down near the sea and deposit silt and sediment. Over time, this builds up into fan-shaped land. Deltas like those of the Ganga and Godavari are very fertile because of nutrient-rich deposits, supporting dense agriculture. Class ...
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The Himalayas are considered sacred because they are home to many religious sites, temples and monasteries. In Hinduism, they are believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva. Spiritual seekers often visit these mountains for meditation, prayer and connection with ...
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 ...
“Eight Thousanders” are mountain peaks that rise above 8,000 metres. There are 14 such peaks in the world, mostly located in the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges. Mount Everest, K2 and Kanchenjunga are examples. Climbing them is extremely challenging and risky. Class ...
The southern part of India is called a peninsular plateau because it’s surrounded by water on three sides—the Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea—and has an elevated, flat landscape formed from ancient rocks and lava flows. Class 7 Social ...