Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Geography

Consider the following statements:

  1. The underlying rock structure of the Great Indian Desert is an extension of the Peninsular Plateau.
  2. Physical weathering and wind action have shaped many of its surface features.
  3. The Luni is a river of some significance in the southern part of the desert.
  4. Its playas generally contain fresh water used principally for irrigation.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. 1 and 4 only
  2. 2 and 4 only
  3. 1, 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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