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Flashcards: Indian Coastal Plains and the Islands 20 Flashcards 
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The coastal areas of India span a total length of ___ km, including the coastline of mainland India and its islands. |
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7516.6 km  |
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True or False: The Western Coastal Plains of India are wider than the Eastern Coastal Plains. |
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False; the Western Coastal Plains are generally narrower than the Eastern Coastal Plains.  |
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Fill in the blank: The Eastern Coastal Plains are characterized by fertile river deltas such as those of the ___, ___, and ___ rivers. |
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Mahanadi, Krishna, Godavari, and Cauveri  |
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What are the two main types of coastal plains in India? |
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Eastern Coastal Plains and Western Coastal Plains  |
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Fill in the blank: The Malabar Coast is known for its picturesque ___, which attract tourists. |
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Lagoons  |
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True or False: The Utkal Coast is located between Chilika Lake and Kolleru Lake and is known for its dry climate. |
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False; the Utkal Coast is characterized by high rainfall.  |
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What is one major economic activity supported by the coastal regions of India? |
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Fishing, which is vital for livelihoods and local economies.  |
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Fill in the blank: The coastal plains of India are important for agriculture, with ___ being a predominant crop. |
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Rice  |
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How do the Indian coastlines contribute to the economy? |
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They facilitate trade through major and minor ports, promote tourism, and support fishing industries.  |
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True or False: The coastal plains in India do not support significant biodiversity. |
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False; India's coastal plains are biodiversity-rich, featuring ecosystems like mangroves and coral reefs.  |
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