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FAQs on Geography of India and World Geography of Bihar

 What is the geographical location of India?

A: India is located in South Asia, bordering the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea, and the Bay of Bengal. It lies entirely in the Northern Hemisphere, with the mainland extending between latitudes 8°4′ and 37°6′ north and longitudes 68°7′ and 97°25′ east.

 What are the major physiographic divisions of India?

The major physiographic divisions of India include:

  • The Northern Mountains: Himalayas, Trans-Himalayas, and Purvanchal Hills
  • The Northern Plains: Indo-Gangetic Plain, Brahmaputra Plain, and Punjab Plain
  • The Peninsular Plateau: Deccan Plateau, Central Highlands, and Eastern Ghats
  • The Indian Desert: Thar Desert
  • The Coastal Plains: Western Coastal Plain and Eastern Coastal Plain
  • The Islands: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Islands

 What are the major rivers in India?

Some of the major rivers in India include the Ganges, Brahmaputra, Indus, Godavari, Krishna, Narmada, Tapi, Mahanadi, and Kaveri.

 What are the different types of climates found in India?

India experiences a diverse range of climates due to its vast geographical extent and varying topography. The major climatic types include:

  • Tropical Wet: Found in the Western Ghats, northeastern states, and parts of the eastern coast.
  • Tropical Dry: Found in most of the Deccan Plateau and parts of western and central India.
  • Subtropical Humid: Found in the Gangetic plains and parts of eastern India.
  • Mountainous: Found in the Himalayas and other high-altitude regions.

Where is Bihar located in the world?

Bihar is a state located in eastern India. It is bordered by Nepal to the north, Uttar Pradesh to the west, Jharkhand to the south, and West Bengal to the east.

 What is the capital of Bihar?

The capital of Bihar is Patna, which is located on the southern bank of the Ganges River.

What are the major geographical features of Bihar?

Bihar’s geography is characterized by the Gangetic Plain, which covers most of the state, and the Chota Nagpur Plateau in the southern part. The Ganges River is the most prominent geographical feature, flowing through the state from west to east.

 What are the neighboring countries of Bihar?

Bihar shares its northern border with Nepal.

 What are the major cities in Bihar?

Besides the capital Patna, other major cities in Bihar include Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, and Purnia.