The Northern Plain - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

Q1: Fill in the Blanks.

(i) The ______ and ______ rivers flow through the Northern Plain of India.

(ii) The Northern Plain is also known as the ______.

(iii) The soil in the Northern Plain is very fertile due to the deposition of ______.

(iv) The Northern Plain is divided into two parts: the ______ and ______ parts.

(v) The ______ are located to the north of the Northern Plain.

(vi) The Northern Plain is one of the most densely populated regions in ______.

(vii) The ______ is located to the west of the Northern Plain.

(viii) The Northern Plain is formed by the deposits brought by rivers like the ______ and ______.

(ix) The soil in the Northern Plain is suitable for growing ______ and ______.

(x) The Northern Plain has a flat and level terrain which makes it ideal for ______.

Q2: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

(i) What is another name for the Northern Plain?
(a) Himalayan Plain
(b) Deccan Plateau
(c) Indo-Gangetic Plain
(d) Western Ghats

(ii) Which two major rivers flow through the Northern Plain?
(a) Brahmaputra and Godavari
(b) Yamuna and Sutlej
(c) Ganges and Narmada
(d) Krishna and Tapti

(iii) The Northern Plain is suitable for agriculture mainly because of:
(a) Rocky terrain
(b) Desert climate
(c) Fertile soil
(d) Heavy rainfall

(iv) Which desert is located to the west of the Northern Plain?
(a) Sahara Desert
(b) Thar Desert
(c) Gobi Desert
(d) Atacama Desert

(v) What is the major occupation of people living in the Northern Plain?
(a) Fishing
(b) Nomadic herding
(c) Farming
(d) Mining

Q3: True or False.

(i) The Northern Plain is a dry and barren region.

(ii) The Himalayas are located to the south of the Northern Plain.

(iii) The soil in the Northern Plain is fertile due to river deposits.

(iv) The Thar Desert is located to the east of the Northern Plain.

(v) The Northern Plain is one of the least populated areas in India.

Q4: Match the Following.

Q5: Short Answer Questions.

(i) What are the major rivers that flow through the Northern Plain and why are they important for the region's agriculture?

(ii) Describe two geographical features of the Northern Plain that make it suitable for farming.

(iii) Why is the Northern Plain densely populated compared to other regions of India?

(iv) Explain the role of the Himalayas in shaping the geography of the Northern Plain.

(v) What is the significance of the fertile soil in the Northern Plain for the country's agricultural economy?

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