Question

Name two regions in India, where population concentration is very high. Mark these areas in a map supplied to you.

Answer 1

1. Indo-Gangetic Plains:
   • Includes states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and parts of Punjab and Haryana.
   • High fertility of soil, a good water supply, and a favorable climate contribute to dense population.
2. Coastal Plains of Western and Eastern India:
   • Includes areas in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh.
   • Availability of water, flat land, agriculture, trade, and industry support large populations.