The climate of the Deccan Plateau is considered moderate due to its elevation and geographical features, which create a more stable climate with less extreme temperatures compared to the Great Himalayas. The plateau experiences a mix of tropical and subtropical climates, influenced by the monsoon winds, resulting in distinct wet and dry seasons. In contrast, the Great Himalayas, being the highest mountain range, experience extreme weather conditions, including heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures at higher altitudes, leading to a harsher climate overall. This variation is largely due to altitude, topography, and proximity to the sea.
Rivers which rise from Himalayas contain water throughout the year due to melting snow of Himalayas, whereas rivers of Deccan plateau contain water only during rainy season.
The Thar Desert
The Deccan Plateau
The Deccan Plateau is a large plateau in southern India, primarily composed of granite and basalt rock. It is bordered by the Western and Eastern Ghats mountain ranges and is known for its flat terrain and arid climate. The Deccan Plateau is one of the oldest land formations in India.
The Indo-Gangetic plain.
The Indo-Gangetic plain.
The Indo-Gangetic plain.
The Indo-Gangetic plain.
The other name for the southern plateau is the Deccan Plateau.
The Deccan Plateau is a triangular in shape.
The Deccan Plateau is located in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats mountain range. The Western Ghats block the moisture-laden winds from the Arabian Sea, resulting in decreased rainfall over the plateau. Additionally, the plateau's higher elevation and distance from the coast contribute to its arid climate.
The main geographic features of India today are the Himalayas in the north, the Deccan Plateau (or Deccan) in the south, and the Indo-Gangetic Plain that lies between the two.