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Which Indian geography term is associated with important geographical feature “receives low and highly variable rainfall” and also with “the Luni is its important seasonal river system”?

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AWestern Coastal Plain
BEastern Coastal Plain
CThar Desert
DIndian island groups
Correct Answer: Thar DesertYour Answer: C

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option C — Thar Desert. Thar Desert is correct because it is receives low and highly variable rainfall. It is also associated with the Luni is its important seasonal river system, which provides a second reliable identifying clue. These features are standard physical-geography facts and are useful for map-based and statement-based competitive-exam questions. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Western Coastal Plain: It is includes the Konkan, Kannad and Malabar coastal sections; this is the specific geographical association of Western Coastal Plain. Option B — Eastern Coastal Plain: It is contains large deltas built by east-flowing peninsular rivers; this is the specific geographical association of Eastern Coastal Plain. Option D — Indian island groups: It is Lakshadweep is mainly of coral origin; this is the specific geographical association of Indian island groups. Exam Takeaway: Connect Thar Desert with “receives low and highly variable rainfall” for quick revision.

Important Notes

  • Thar Desert is an arid sandy region also called the Great Indian Desert.
  • Location or extent: lies mainly in western Rajasthan.
  • Key feature: receives low and highly variable rainfall.
  • Exam association: the Luni is its important seasonal river system.
  • Thar Desert should not be confused with Indian island groups, which is India's two major offshore island groups.

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