Rivers of India — Set 1
Geography · भारत की नदियां · Questions 1–10 of 100
Which river is known as the 'Dakshina Ganga'?
Correct Answer: C. Godavari
The Godavari is referred to as the Dakshina Ganga due to its large size and span. It is the longest river in Peninsular India. It originates in the Trimbakeshwar plateau of Maharashtra.
The river Indus originates near which of the following lakes?
Correct Answer: A. Mansarovar Lake
The Indus river rises in Tibet near the Mansarovar Lake. It flows through Ladakh before entering Pakistan. It is one of the longest rivers in Asia.
Which of the following rivers flows through a rift valley?
Correct Answer: C. Narmada
The Narmada river flows westwards through a rift valley between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges. This geological feature is unique among large Indian rivers. It eventually empties into the Arabian Sea.
The 'Majuli' island, the world's largest river island, is located on which river?
Correct Answer: B. Brahmaputra
Majuli is situated in the Brahmaputra river in the state of Assam. It is recognized as the first island to be made a district in India. The river's high sediment load contributes to island formation.
Which river is often called the 'Sorrow of Bihar'?
Correct Answer: D. Kosi
The Kosi river is notorious for frequent course changes and devastating floods. It carries a massive amount of silt from the Himalayas. This leads to the blockage of its channels and flooding of plains.
The confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers at Devprayag forms which river?
Correct Answer: B. Ganga
The Alaknanda and Bhagirathi join at Devprayag to officially become the Ganga. This site is considered one of the five sacred confluences in Uttarakhand. From here, the river descends into the Indo-Gangetic plains.
Which of these rivers is a right-bank tributary of the Ganga?
Correct Answer: B. Son
The Son river originates in the Amarkantak highlands and joins the Ganga near Patna. It is a major southern tributary flowing from the peninsular plateau. Most other large tributaries like Gomti join from the north.
The Yarlung Tsangpo river is known by which name in India?
Correct Answer: D. Brahmaputra
The Yarlung Tsangpo is the Tibetan name for the Brahmaputra. It enters India through Arunachal Pradesh where it is called the Dihang. It is known for its deep canyon and sharp turn at Namcha Barwa.
Which river is the longest in India within its territory?
Correct Answer: B. Ganga
The Ganga flows for approximately 2,525 km within India, making it the longest national river. While the Indus and Brahmaputra are longer overall, they have shorter courses in India. It is the primary lifeline for millions in the northern plains.
The Dhuandhar Falls is located on which river?
Correct Answer: D. Narmada
The Dhuandhar Falls is situated on the Narmada river in Bhedaghat, Madhya Pradesh. The name literally means 'smoke-flow' due to the mist created by falling water. It is famous for the marble rocks surrounding the site.