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Distinguish Between:
Konkan Coast and Malabar Coast.
Mention one difference between the Konkan and Malabar coast.
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Basis | Konkan Coast | Malabar Coast |
| Location | The Konkan Coast lies between Maharashtra and Goa. | The Malabar Coast lies along the state of Kerala. |
| Width | The Konkan Coast is narrow and steep. | The Malabar Coast is wider and relatively flat. |
| Features | The Konkan Coast has numerous cliffs and estuaries. | The Malabar Coast has lagoons and backwaters. |
| Rainfall | The Konkan Coast receives heavy rainfall due to the Western Ghats. | The Malabar Coast also receives heavy rainfall but has more humid conditions. |
| Economic Activities | Fishing and trade are common along the Konkan Coast. | Fishing and trade are common along the Konkan Coast. |
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