What are Characteristics of Shiwaliks?

What are Characteristics of Shiwaliks?

Shiwaliks is the southernmost range of the Himalayas. It is also known as the Outer-Himalayas. Its chief characteristics are as under:

(i) It is most prominent in the western half of the Himalayas.

(ii) It is made of unconsolidated river deposits.

(iii) It is prone to earthquakes and landslides.

(iv) Here the problem of soil erosion is the worst.