Q. Which of the following statements regarding the Indian Peninsular Plateau are correct?
  1. The Deccan Plateau gradually rises from North to South
  2. The Malwa Plateau dominates the Vindhyan scarps, forming the Northern flank of the plateau
  3. The Western Satpuras separate the Narmada and Tapi rivers
  4. The Chota Nagpur Plateau is composed of Archean granite and gneiss rocks
Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Answer: 1, 2, 3 & 4
Notes: The Deccan Plateau slopes from north to south. The Malwa Plateau forms the northern part, adjoining Vindhyan scarps. The Western Satpuras act as a watershed between the Narmada and Tapi rivers. The Chota Nagpur Plateau primarily consists of ancient Archean rocks like granite and gneiss. All statements are factually correct.
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