Which are the major physiographic divisions of India? Contrast the relief of the Himalayan region with that of the peninsular plateau.

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Following are the major physiographic divisions of India-

i) The Great Himalayas

ii) The Northern Plains

iii) The Western Desert

iv) The Peninsular Plateau

v) The Coastal Plains

vi) The Island groups

The contrasting features of the Himalayan region and of the Peninsular plateau are as follows-