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Geographical features (Physiographic Divisions)


Mountains of India

Rivers of India

Lakes of India


* 15 Jan 2026
Main Physiographic Divisions (geographical features) in India:
- The Himalayan Mountains: The northern mountain range, forming India's northern border.
- The Northern Plains (Indo-Gangetic Plains): A vast, fertile, flat expanse formed by the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra river systems, crucial for agriculture.
- The Peninsular Plateau: A large, ancient, triangular plateau with diverse features, including the Aravalli and Vindhyas.
- The Indian Desert (Thar Desert): A significant arid region in the west.
- The Coastal Plains: Narrow plains along the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
- The Islands: Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep groups.
Source: Google AI Overview