In geology, a plateau is a large elevated area of land that is usually flat or gently sloping. Plateaus can be formed by various geological processes, such as volcanic eruptions, uplifts, or erosion. Some of the world’s most famous plateaus include the Tibetan Plateau in Asia, the Colorado Plateau in the United States, and the Altiplano Plateau in South America.
Here are some MCQs on Plateaus
1. What is a plateau?
a) A steep mountain
b) A flat, elevated landform
c) A deep valley
d) A lowland area
2. What is the geological process that forms plateaus?
a) Erosion
b) Deposition
c) Uplift
d) Weathering
3. What type of rock is commonly found in plateaus?
a) Sedimentary
b) Igneous
c) Metamorphic
d) All of the above
4. Which plateau is located in the northern part of India?
a) Malwa Plateau
b) Chota Nagpur Plateau
c) Deccan Plateau
d) Ladakh Plateau
5. The Chota Nagpur Plateau covers parts of which Indian states?
a) Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal
b) Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh
c) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh
d) Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland
