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Draw a map of Nepal and separate the three physical regions, the
Activity mountains, hills and the Terai.

Exercise

I. Complete the following table.

Regions Ethnic language Religion/ Occupations major crops
groups or festivals
caste
Mountain

Hills

Terai

II. Answer the following questions:
a. Name the physical division of Nepal.
b. Why is the Terai more fertile than the other regions?

c. List four major characteristics that differentiates the Terai and Hilly
region.
d. Explain the socio-economic condition of the Himalayan region.

e. Among the three physical regions which region is economically strong?
f. Explain the following term:
i. Topography
ii. Relief

Community Work

Visit your community and find out the people of different castes living there. Collect
the information about their religion, language, festivals and occupation they follow.
Prepare a chart and present it to your teacher.

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