D. R. Khullar solutions for जियोग्राफी [इंग्रजी] इयत्ता १२ आयएससी chapter 2 - Geological Evolution and Structure [Latest edition]

Name any two standard geological eras, along with their duration.

From where the Pre-Cambrian derives its name?

Name four Indian Geological eras.

Where did the Tethys Sea exist?

What is the most accepted theory regarding the origin of the Himalayas?

“The Peninsular Plateau is often compared to a horst.” Discuss.

“The Himalayas have come out of geosycline.” Illustrate the statement.

Explain the role played by the peninsular India and the Himalayas in the formation of the Indo-Gangetic Plain.

Compare and contrast the geological features of the Himalaya mountain with those of the Indian Plateau.

“The present day geomorphological divisions of the sub-continent have evolved in the course of a long geological history.” Elaborate this statement.

Give a brief history of the geological formations of India starting from the Archean system to the Quaternary formations.

Show the following on an outline map of India and also write their names.

1. Cuddapah
2. Rajmahal and Deccan flows
3. Quaternary

Mention any two characteristic features of the Peninsular Plateau of India.

Name any two standard geological eras, along with their duration.

Name the four Indian geological eras in their chronological order.

Name the sea, the sediments of which now form the Himalayas.

During which geological era were the Deccan Traps formed?

The volcanic activity during the era mentioned in Mesozoic, led to two great events. Name the events. 

Name the oldest relief division of India.

How does peninsular plateau division differ from the northern mountains in composition and period of formation?

Briefly explain the geological evolution of the peninsular plateau. 

Explain the formation of Himalayas with reference to the theory of Plate Tectonics.

Briefly explain the geological formation of the peninsular Plateau.

Briefly explain the geological evolution of the Himalayas.