Question

Which plateau includes the Garo, Khasi, and Jaintia hills?

• A. Deccan Plateau
• B. Chota Nagpur Plateau
• C. Meghalaya Plateau
• D. Malwa Plateau

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Meghalaya Plateau

• Meghalaya Plateau is located in northeastern India and is part of the larger Shillong Plateau.

• The Meghalaya Plateau is known for its stunning landscapes and is one of the wettest regions in the world, with Mawsynram and Cherrapunji (located in the Khasi Hills) frequently competing for the title of rainiest place on Earth.

• The name "Meghalaya" itself means "abode of clouds" in Sanskrit.

• The plateau has an average elevation of about 1,000-2,000 meters above sea level.

• The three main hill ranges (Garo, Khasi, and Jaintia) are named after the major tribal communities that inhabit the region.

• This region is known for its unique living root bridges, created by the Khasi and Jaintia people by training the roots of rubber trees to form natural bridges across streams.

• The plateau is rich in biodiversity and is home to many rare and endemic species of plants and animals.

• The region has significant coal and limestone deposits