Which of the following geographical features or phenomena is/are associated with the Peninsular Block of India ?
- Submergence of parts of the western coast due to tectonic activity
- Presence of residual mountain ranges such as the Veliconda hills and Mahendragiri hills
- Deep, V-shaped river valleys formed by fast-flowing rivers
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Detailed Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. The western part of the Peninsular Block experienced tectonic subsidence, causing parts of the western coast to sink below sea level.
Statement 2 is correct. The Peninsular Block contains old residual mountain ranges such as the Veliconda Hills and Mahendragiri Hills, which are remnants of ancient mountains.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Peninsular rivers are mature rivers with broad and shallow valleys. Deep V-shaped valleys are mainly associated with the youthful Himalayan river system.
Peninsular Block of India
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It is the oldest and most stable geological region of India, made up of hard crystalline rocks.
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The region is characterized by residual hills, plateaus, mature river systems, and low tectonic activity compared to the Himalayas.
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