The drive is the main propulsive part of the stroke, it is from the catch to the finish/extraction. The athlete firstly squeezes with the legs till they are flat, then rocks the body backwards till about 5-10 degrees past vertical towards the bow, followed by a light arm movement just bringing it into the body, not pulling hard with the arms (rowing is all in the legs!).
During these body movments the spoon of the blade is maintained at the same height in the water, therefore the athletes hand heights must also remain at the same height, finishing near the ribs. Keeping relaxed shoulders and a straight back will help draw the blade through level.
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