Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

1. The Midland Region accounts for about 42% of Kerala's area.

2. The elevation of the Midland Region is up to 200 meters above sea level.

3. The Coastal Region lies between the Midland and the Malanad.

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 2
• C. 1 and 3
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 only

• Correct Answer: Option A - 1 only

• The Midland Region accounts for about 42% of Kerala's area - This statement is correct. The Midland Region (also called the Middle Land or Idanaadu) covers approximately 42% of Kerala's total geographical area, making it the largest physiographic division of the state.

• The elevation of the Midland Region is up to 200 meters above sea level - This statement is incorrect. The Midland Region's elevation ranges from 7.5 meters to 75 meters above sea level, not up to 200 meters as stated.

• The Coastal Region lies between the Midland and the Malanad - This statement is incorrect. The physiographic divisions of Kerala from west to east are: Coastal Lowlands (Kaipad), Midland (Idanaadu), and Highlands (Malanad). The Coastal Region does not lie between the Midland and Malanad; rather, it is on the western side, with the Arabian Sea on its west and the Midland on its east.