Which Indian rivers and lakes term is correctly associated with classification or identity “a major east-flowing Peninsular river”, and also with “it rises near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra”?

Correct Answer: Option A — Krishna. Krishna is correctly identified as a major east-flowing Peninsular river. Krishna is also associated with it rises near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra. Another identifying fact about Krishna is that it drains into the Bay of Bengal. A further exam-relevant fact about Krishna is that the Tungabhadra is one of its major tributaries. Why the other options are incorrect: Option B — Narmada: Narmada is a major west-flowing Peninsular river. Narmada is also associated with it rises at Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh. Option C — Tapi: Tapi is a west-flowing Peninsular river also called Tapti. Tapi is also associated with it rises near Multai in Madhya Pradesh. Option D — Wular Lake: Wular Lake is a large freshwater lake of the Kashmir Valley. Wular Lake is also associated with it is located in Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir. Exam Takeaway: Connect Krishna with “a major east-flowing Peninsular river” and “it rises near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra” for revision.