GS PrelimsGeography (World mapping)Continents1999

The physical regions marked as 1, 2, 3 and 4 on the given map are respectively

A

Andes, Brazilian Shield, Guyana Highlands and Amazon Basin

B

Andes, Guyana Highlands, Brazilian Shield and Amazon Basin

C

Amazon Basin, Guyana Highlands, Brazilian Shield and Andes

D

Guyana Highlands, Brazilian Shield, Andes and Amazon Basin

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. The question asks to identify the physical regions marked 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the given map (presumably of South America). 2. Without the actual map, precise identification is impossible. However, based on the typical geography of South America and the options provided: - The Andes Mountains run along the western edge. - The Guyana Highlands are in the northeast. - The Brazilian Shield covers a large area of eastern and central South America. - The Amazon Basin occupies the vast central-northern area. 3. Assuming the provided answer 'b' is correct, the labels on the map would correspond to: 1 - Andes, 2 - Guyana Highlands, 3 - Brazilian Shield, and 4 - Amazon Basin.
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