Question

When can a landmass be called a Peninsula?

• A. When the landmass is surrounded by water bodies on four sides.
• B. When the landmass is surrounded by water bodies on three sides.
• C. When the landmass is surrounded by water bodies on two sides.
• D. When the landmass is not surrounded by any water bodies.

Answer 1

The correct option is B When the landmass is surrounded by water bodies on three sides.

A landmass is said to be a Peninsula only when it is surrounded by water bodies on three sides. India has a large peninsular plateau because the southern part of India is covered by water bodies from three sides.