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Which Indian rivers and lakes term is correctly associated with classification or identity “a major transboundary Himalayan river”, and also with “it flows across Tibet as the Yarlung Tsangpo”?

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ABrahmaputra
BGodavari
CKrishna
DNarmada
Correct Answer: BrahmaputraYour Answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option A — Brahmaputra. Brahmaputra is correctly identified as a major transboundary Himalayan river. Brahmaputra is also associated with it flows across Tibet as the Yarlung Tsangpo. Another identifying fact about Brahmaputra is that it enters Arunachal Pradesh as the Siang or Dihang. A further exam-relevant fact about Brahmaputra is that it is called Jamuna in Bangladesh before joining the Padma. Why the other options are incorrect: Option B — Godavari: Godavari is the longest river of Peninsular India. Godavari is also associated with it rises near Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra. Option C — Krishna: Krishna is a major east-flowing Peninsular river. Krishna is also associated with it rises near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra. Option D — Narmada: Narmada is a major west-flowing Peninsular river. Narmada is also associated with it rises at Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh. Exam Takeaway: Connect Brahmaputra with “a major transboundary Himalayan river” and “it flows across Tibet as the Yarlung Tsangpo” for revision.

Important Notes

  • Brahmaputra is a major transboundary Himalayan river.
  • Source or location: it flows across Tibet as the Yarlung Tsangpo.
  • Brahmaputra should not be confused with Godavari, which is the longest river of Peninsular India.

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