The regional assembly of Portugal’s Azores Islands approved the creation of the largest protected marine area in the North Atlantic to reach international conservation goals well ahead of time.
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Location |
It is a group of nine islands in the North Atlantic region. West: Flores and Corvo Centre: Graciosa, Terceira, São Jorge, Pico, and Faial East: São Miguel, Santa Maria, and the Formigas islets |
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Origin |
The islands are of volcanic origin, with some volcanoes now inactive. They are part of the Autonomous Region of the Azores. |
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Language |
The official language in the Azores is Portuguese. |
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Geological |
The archipelago sits atop the Azores Plateau and lies above the Azores Triple Junction, where three major tectonic plates (Eurasian, North American, and African) converge. |
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Tectonic Structure |
The Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the tectonic structure, runs between the African-Eurasian Plate and the North American Plate, crossing the Azores Plateau. |
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Highest Peak |
Mount Pico, located on Pico Island, is the highest point in the archipelago. |
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Climate |
Oceanic subtropical climate, is characterized by mild temperatures year-round and moderate rainfall. Frost is non-existent in the Azores. |
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Fauna |
The islands’ Laurel forests house a variety of species, including two endemic bird species: the Azores bullfinch (found in laurel forests) and Monteiro’s storm petrel. |
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An Indian Air Force (IAF) havildar and his 14-year-old son were swept away by strong currents in the Kameng River in West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh.
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Origin |
It originates in the Tawang district, from a glacial lake below the snow-capped Gori Chen Mountain on the India-Tibet border. |
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Transboundary Status |
Not a transboundary river |
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Flow |
It flows through Bhalukpong Circle, West Kameng District (Arunachal Pradesh), and Sonitpur District (Assam) |
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River Type |
Braided river in lower reaches |
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Major Tributary |
Brahmaputra River |
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Confluence with Brahmaputra |
Joins Brahmaputra at Tezpur, east of Kolia Bhomora Setu bridge, Assam |
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Boundaries |
Forms boundaries between East and West Kameng Districts |
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Sanctuary Boundaries |
Forms boundary between Sessa and Eaglenest sanctuaries (west) and Pakke Tiger Reserve (east) in Arunachal Pradesh |
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Hills |
Dafla Hills to the east, Aka Hills to the west of Kameng River |
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Tributaries |
Tippi, Tenga, Bichom, Dirang Chu |
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Historical Significance |
Served as the border between Chutiya Kingdom and Kamata Kingdom (13th to early 16th century) |
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Post-16th Century Significance |
After the Chutiya kingdom's annexation by Ahoms and Kamata's fall, it became the border between the Ahom kingdom and Baro-Bhuyan rule |
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Tribes Around Kameng River |
Monpa, Aka (Hrusso), Sherdukpen, Nyishi, Adi (Galo), Tagin. |
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Fauna |
The region has numerous endangered species, including the Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, clouded leopard, and the vulnerable Indian giant squirrel. |
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State wise Rivers List in India
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q.Kameng is referred to as the "Jia Bharali" in Assam's higher reaches. The tributaries of the river include?
Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2, and 3 only (c) 1, 3, and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4 Answer: c Explanation: It is a major tributary of the Brahmaputra River in Arunachal Pradesh’s East Kameng district. It is called Jia Bhorelli in Assam. It is a lifeline for many and has its source in a glacial lake near the Nyegi Kangsang, one of the highest mountains in Arunachal Pradesh. Major Tributaries: Tippi River, Tenga River, Bichom River, and Dirang Chu River.
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