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Why is the southern part of India referred to as a peninsular plateau? Class 7

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Why is the southern part of India referred to as a peninsular plateau? Class 7

Why is the southern part of India referred to as a peninsular plateau? Class 7

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The southern part of India is called a peninsular plateau because it is a flat landform that rises above the surrounding areas and is surrounded by water on three sides: the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean. This region includes the Deccan Plateau, bordered by the Western and Eastern Ghats, making it unique in geography and ecology.

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