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Which Indian geography term is associated with location or extent “lies between the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal” and also with “contains large deltas built by east-flowing peninsular rivers”?

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AIndian island groups
BEastern Coastal Plain
CIndian mainland
DTropic of Cancer
Correct Answer: Eastern Coastal PlainYour Answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option B — Eastern Coastal Plain. Eastern Coastal Plain is correct because it is lies between the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal. It is also associated with contains large deltas built by east-flowing peninsular rivers, 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 — Indian island groups: It is include Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea and Andaman-Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal; this is the specific geographical association of Indian island groups. Option C — Indian mainland: It is extends approximately from 8°4′ N to 37°6′ N latitude; this is the specific geographical association of Indian mainland. Option D — Tropic of Cancer: It is passes through the central part of India; this is the specific geographical association of Tropic of Cancer. Exam Takeaway: Connect Eastern Coastal Plain with “lies between the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal” for quick revision.

Important Notes

  • Eastern Coastal Plain is a broad coastal lowland along the Bay of Bengal.
  • Location or extent: lies between the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal.
  • Key feature: contains large deltas built by east-flowing peninsular rivers.
  • Exam association: the Northern Circars and Coromandel Coast are its major sections.
  • Eastern Coastal Plain should not be confused with Indian mainland, which is the principal continental landmass of India.

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