Question

Mention two differences between the Peninsular Plateau and the Himalayas.

Answer 1

Aspect	Peninsular Plateau	Himalayas
Origin	Formed in the Precambrian era (oldest landmass).	Formed during the Tertiary period (young fold mountains).
Nature of Rocks	Composed mainly of igneous and metamorphic rocks.	Composed of sedimentary rocks (fold mountains).
Structure	Stable, rigid, and resistant to earthquakes.	Unstable, young mountains prone to earthquakes and landslides.
Topography	The Peninsular Plateau has a flat and stable surface with rounded hills.	The Himalayas have rugged terrain with sharp peaks and deep valleys.
Seismic Activity	It experiences very little or no seismic activity.	It is prone to earthquakes and landslides due to tectonic activity.
Altitude	The average height of the Peninsular Plateau is 600–900 meters.	The Himalayas have some of the highest peaks, averaging above 6,000 meters.