The Alaknanda River originates from which of the following?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Satopanth Glacier
Explanation:
The Alaknanda River originates from the Satopanth Glacier in the Uttarakhand region.
It is one of the main headstreams of the Ganga River system.
At Devprayag, the Alaknanda meets the Bhagirathi River, and from there the river is known as the Ganga.
Other glaciers:
Zemu Glacier → Sikkim
Milam Glacier → Kumaon Himalayas
Gangotri Glacier → Source of Bhagirathi River
Related Competitive Exam Questions:
Q1. The Ganga River is formed by the confluence of which two rivers at Devprayag?
Answer: B. Alaknanda and Bhagirathi
Q2. Gangotri Glacier is the source of which river?
Answer: Bhagirathi River