Question
Write an account of the geographical location and size of West Bengal.
Answer
West Bengal is a state located in the eastern region of India. It is bounded by Nepal and Bhutan to the north, Assam and Sikkim to the northeast, Bangladesh to the east, the Bay of Bengal to the south, and the states of Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar to the west. The state has a total area of 88,752 square kilometres, making it the 14th largest state in India by area.
West Bengal is situated between the Himalayas and the Bay of Bengal, which gives it a diverse topography. The northern part of the state is mountainous, with the Himalayan range running along its northern border. The eastern part of the state is a vast alluvial plain, with the river Ganga and its tributaries flowing through it. The southern part of the state is a deltaic region, formed by the deposition of silt brought down by the rivers. The coastal region is characterized by sandy beaches and mudflats.
