The Western Coastal Plains are narrower compared to the Eastern Coastal Plains because:
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Answer: They are bordered by the Western Ghats
Explanation: The Western Coastal Plains are narrow because the Western Ghats run very close and parallel to the western coast of India. This leaves little space between the mountains and the Arabian Sea, resulting in a narrow coastal strip. In contrast, the Eastern Coastal Plains are broader because the Eastern Ghats are more discontinuous and lie farther inland, allowing a wider plain to form along the Bay of Bengal.
Additional Key Facts:
Western Coastal Plains extend from Gujarat to Kerala.
Eastern Coastal Plains extend from West Bengal to Tamil Nadu.
Western Coastal Plains are known for estuaries and backwaters (especially in Kerala).
Eastern Coastal Plains are known for deltas formed by rivers like the Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri.
Western Ghats are continuous mountain ranges, while Eastern Ghats are broken and eroded.
Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers:
Question: What is a key feature of the Western Coastal Plains?
Answer: Presence of estuaries and backwaters.
Question: Between which two water bodies are the coastal plains located?
Answer: Arabian Sea (west) and Bay of Bengal (east).