The_Mountains_of_India_Class6.pptx simpke

Indian ohysical feature are exolained in simple terms

1. The Mountains of India Social Science – Class 6 Prepared by: (Your Name) School: (Your School Name)

2. Introduction • India is a land of high mountains and wide plains. • The northern part of India is covered by mighty mountain ranges. • These mountains protect India and influence its climate.

3. Major Mountain Ranges of India • The Himalayas – The highest mountain range in the world. • The Western Ghats – Along the west coast of India. • The Eastern Ghats – Along the east coast of India. • The Aravalli Range – One of the oldest mountain ranges. • The Vindhya and Satpura Ranges – Separate northern and southern India.

4. The Himalayas • Located in the northern part of India. • Extend from Jammu and Kashmir to Arunachal Pradesh. • Divided into three ranges – Himadri, Himachal, and Shiwalik. • Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga are among the tallest peaks.

5. The Western and Eastern Ghats • The Western Ghats run parallel to the western coast of India. • They receive heavy rainfall and are covered with forests. • The Eastern Ghats run along the east coast but are lower and broken. • The Deccan Plateau lies between these two Ghats.

6. Other Important Ranges • The Aravalli Range is in Rajasthan and is one of the oldest mountain systems. • The Vindhya and Satpura ranges run across central India. • They form a natural divide between northern and southern India.

7. Importance of Mountains • Mountains influence climate and rainfall. • They are sources of rivers like Ganga and Yamuna. • Provide forests, minerals, and scenic beauty. • Attract tourists and support agriculture on hill slopes.

8. Summary • India has many mountain ranges with great physical and cultural importance. • The Himalayas, Ghats, and other ranges protect the country and enrich its resources. • They are the pride and strength of our nation.