Geographical Division of Haryana - Shivalik


 
 
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Geographical Division of Haryana - Shivalik

  • Shivalik hills are situated in the North - Eastern part of the state which include the North - Eastern part of Panchkula (only hill station of state), Ambala and Yamunanagar districts. This region is also known as Peidmont Plain.
  • Shivalik is also known as sub - himalaya. It is the youngest Himalayan range. This range was formed during post Pliocene Age. This range was formed by the deposition of sediments by rivers in the South of Himalayas.
  • Around 1.38% of the area of the state is covered by Shivalik hills. The average altitude of Shivalik hills is 300-600 m. However, at many places their altitude is more than 600 m.
  • Around 0.56% and 0.92% area of the state is covered by Shivalik and Sub - Shivalik hills.
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    Question : 1

    Which of the following are correct :

    (a) Morni hills, the highest hills in the state is a part of the uper ranges.

    (b) Morni and Tipra hills are separated by the Ghaggar river.

    Right Option : C
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    Question : 2

    What is the average height of Upper Shivalik Ranges ?

    Right Option : C
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following is the youngest Himalayan range ?

    Right Option : B
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