The Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats mark the western and the eastern edges of which plateau?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Deccan Plateau
Explanation:
. The Deccan Plateau is a large triangular plateau in Peninsular India.
. The Western Ghats form its steep western margin.
. The Eastern Ghats form its broken eastern margin.
. The plateau slopes gently from west to east.
. Most rivers flow eastward into the Bay of Bengal.
Information Booster:
. The Deccan Plateau contains Deccan Traps of basaltic lava.
. Black cotton soil (regur) is common in this region.
Additional Knowledge:
Chotanagpur Plateau (Option a)
. Located in eastern India.
. Rich in minerals.
Shillong Plateau (Option b)
. Located in northeast India.
. Extension of the Indian Peninsular block.
Malwa Plateau (Option c)
. Located in central India.
. Part of the Deccan lava region.