Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Peninsular Plateau has undergone recurrent phases of upliftment and submergence accompanied by crystal faulting and fractures.
2. The eastern part of the plateau has a complex relief of ravines and gorges.

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Only 1
Notes: The Peninsular Plateau has undergone recurrent phases of upliftment and submergence accompanied by crystal faulting and fractures. (The Bhima fault needs special mention, because of its recurrent seismic activities). These spatial variations have brought in elements of diversity in the relief of the Peninsular Plateau. The northwestern part of the plateau has a complex relief of ravines and gorges. The ravines of Chambal, Bhind and Morena are some of the well-known examples.

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