Geological Structure of Haryana


 
 
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Geological Structure of Haryana

  • Haryana's geological structure has been unstable since the day of formation and has changed with time.
  • During Azoic period and Paleozoic period, there has been no change in the geological structure of Haryana.
  • The important changes in its geological structure occurred during Mesozoic period. During Cenozoic period (about 4 crore to 6 lakh years ago), rivers, mountains and other geographical features were formed.
  • It is believed that the geographical location and climate of Haryana has also been determined during this period.
  • According to famous writer Colonel ML Gill Bhargav, in the geological past, Southern part of state was bordered by the sea. These seas were Saraswati in the West and Akhawat in the East.
  • In Mesozoic period, this part of the state also emerged above along with the other regions of North India.
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    Question : 1

    According to famous writer Colonel ML Gill Bhargav, in the geological past, Southern part of state was bordered by the sea like __________________________ in the West and Akhawat in the East.

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    During ______________________________, there has been no change in the geological structure of Haryana.

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following are correct :

    (a) During Azoic period and Paleozoic period, there has been no change in the geological structure of Haryana.

    (b) According to famous writer Colonel ML Gill Bhargav, in the geological past, Southern part of state was bordered by the sea.

    (c) In the past, Aravali ranges which are located in Haryana were quite lofty and covered with snow.

    Right Option : D
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