Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Eastern Ghats have numerous deltas in comparison to Western Ghats
2. Eastern Ghats are broken and uneven while western ghats are almost continuous

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: The Western Ghats or Sahyadris border the Peninsular plateau in the west and the Eastern Ghats provide the eastern boundary. While the Western Ghats are almost continuous, the Eastern Ghats are broken and uneven. The plateau is rich in minerals like coal and iron-ore. Note: Eastern Ghats have numerous deltas in comparison to Western Ghats

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