At Devaprayag, the Bhagirathi is joined by ______.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. The Alaknanda
After joining Devprayag in Garhwal, the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda became known as the Ganges.
- The Gangotri and Khatling glaciers in the Garhwal Himalaya are the sources of the Bhagirathi's headwaters, which are produced at Gaumukh.
- In Devprayag, these two holy rivers converge to form the Ganges (Ganga).
- Rishikesh is 70 kilometres away from Devprayag.
- The average elevation of Devprayag is 830 metres (2,723 feet).On the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway is Devprayag.
- Given that the town is where the sacred Ganga River takes its form, the Hindus hold the town in the highest regard.