Which Indian rivers and lakes term is correctly associated with source or location “it rises near Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra”, and also with “it flows eastward into the Bay of Bengal”?

Correct Answer: Option B — Godavari. Godavari is correctly identified as it rises near Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra. Godavari is also associated with it flows eastward into the Bay of Bengal. Another identifying fact about Godavari is that it flows eastward into the Bay of Bengal. A further exam-relevant fact about Godavari is that the Pranhita is one of its largest tributaries. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Krishna: Krishna is it rises near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra. Krishna is also associated with it drains into the Bay of Bengal. Option C — Narmada: Narmada is it rises at Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh. Narmada is also associated with it flows through a rift valley between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges. Option D — Tapi: Tapi is it rises near Multai in Madhya Pradesh. Tapi is also associated with it flows through Maharashtra and Gujarat. Exam Takeaway: Connect Godavari with “it rises near Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra” and “it flows eastward into the Bay of Bengal” for revision.