Which Indian rivers and lakes term is correctly associated with important geographical fact “the Tungabhadra is one of its major tributaries”, and also with “a major east-flowing Peninsular river”?
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Correct Answer: Option D — Krishna. Krishna is correctly identified as the Tungabhadra is one of its major tributaries. Krishna is also associated with a major east-flowing Peninsular river. 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 A — Narmada: Narmada is it enters the Arabian Sea through the Gulf of Khambhat. Narmada is also associated with a major west-flowing Peninsular river. Option B — Tapi: Tapi is it enters the Gulf of Khambhat near Surat. Tapi is also associated with a west-flowing Peninsular river also called Tapti. Option C — Wular Lake: Wular Lake is it is associated with a tectonic basin and flood moderation. Wular Lake is also associated with a large freshwater lake of the Kashmir Valley. Exam Takeaway: Connect Krishna with “the Tungabhadra is one of its major tributaries” and “a major east-flowing Peninsular river” for revision.
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Major rivers of India: Ganga (2525 km, longest in India), Godavari (1465 km, longest peninsular river), Krishna (1400 km), Yamuna (1376 km), Narmada (1312 km), Indus (1114 km in India). Rivers are classified as Himalayan rivers (perennial, fed by glaciers) and Peninsular rivers (mostly seasonal). The Ganga basin is the largest river basin in India.
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