Question

Q. With reference to the 'Indian Plate', consider the following statements:

Which of the above statements is/are not correct?

• A.
  1, 3 and 4 only
• B.
  2 and 3 only
• C.
  3 only
• D.
  1, 2 and 4 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C

3 only
Explanation:

Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Plates are divided between major and minor plates based on their geographical coverage. Indian plate is thus a major plate. So, 1 is correct.
The subduction zone along the Himalayas forms the northern plate boundary in the form of continent- continent convergence. So, 2 is correct.

Statement 3 is incorrect: Peninsular plate is an integral part of the Indian plate. So, 3 is incorrect.

Statement 4 is correct: In the east, it extends through Rakhin Yoma Mountains of Myanmar towards the island arc along the Java Trench. The Western margin follows Kirthar Mountain of Pakistan.