Which of the following Indian states is NOT covered by the Deccan Plateau?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Madhya Pradesh.
The Deccan Plateau, a vast plateau in southern India, covers most of the southern and central parts of India, including states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and parts of Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Kerala. However, Madhya Pradesh is not primarily covered by the Deccan Plateau.
Madhya Pradesh is mainly located in the central region of India, where the terrain is dominated by the Central Indian Highlands. These highlands are characterized by hill ranges like the Vindhya and Satpura ranges. While some parts of the state in its southern regions may be influenced by the plateau, the core of Madhya Pradesh lies in the central highland region, which is distinct from the Deccan Plateau.
Thus, Madhya Pradesh is geographically different from the Deccan Plateau in terms of its primary landform and elevation features.