Rivers of India: Brahmaputra and Narmada

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What is the origin of the Narmada River?

Mansarovar Lake
Namcha Barwa
Amarkantak Hills (correct)
Sakkar Hills

Which of the following is a tributary of the Narmada River?

Indus
Brahmaputra
Godavari
Tawa (correct)

What is the drainage area of the Narmada River primarily located in?

Maharashtra and Rajasthan
Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat (correct)

How long is the Narmada River?

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Which of the following statements about the Narmada River is incorrect?

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Narmada River Origin

The Narmada River begins in the Amarkantak Hills of Madhya Pradesh.

Narmada River Length

The Narmada River is 1312 km long.

Brahmaputra River's Course

The Brahmaputra River mostly flows outside India, parallel to the Himalayas, until taking a 'U' turn into India.

Brahmaputra River Origin

The Brahmaputra River starts at Mansarovar Lake.

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Brahmaputra River Location

Most of the Brahmaputra River's course lies outside India, mostly in Tibet.

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Study Notes

Brahmaputra River

Slightly longer than the Indus River
Most of its course is outside India, parallel to the Himalayas
Enters India in Arunachal Pradesh
Originates in Mansarovar Lake in Tibet and mainly flows parallel to the Himalayas
Tibet is a cold and dry region

Narmada River

Originates in Amarkantak Hills (Madhya Pradesh)
Length: 1312 km
Tributaries: Saka, Dudhi, Tawa, and Ganjal
Drainage area: Madhya Pradesh and parts of Gujarat

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Explore the unique characteristics of the Brahmaputra and Narmada rivers in this quiz. Learn about their origins, lengths, and significant geographical features. Test your knowledge on these major rivers that play a crucial role in India's geography.