The Garo, Khasi and Jaintia hills are a subdivision of:

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Meghalaya plateau.
· The Meghalaya plateau is a part of the larger Indian Peninsular Plateau and consists of three major hill ranges: the Garo, Khasi, and Jaintia hills.
· These hills are known for their rich biodiversity, unique cultural heritage, and significant rainfall, especially in the region around Cherrapunji and Mawsynram.
· The plateau is geologically part of the Deccan Plateau and is separated from the main plateau by the Bengal basin.

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· Barak basin: This basin is located in the northeastern part of India, primarily in Assam and Manipur, and is drained by the Barak River.
· Surma basin: Also known as the Sylhet basin, it lies in northeastern Bangladesh and the Indian state of Assam, primarily drained by the Surma River.
· Assam valley: This is a large valley in northeastern India formed by the Brahmaputra River, not specifically associated with the Garo, Khasi, and Jaintia hills.