Which of the following river is known as Dakshin Ganga?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 2 (Godavari)
Explanation:
The Godavari River is known as the 'Dakshin Ganga' or 'Vriddha Ganga' (Old Ganga) due to its vastness and religious significance. It is the longest river in peninsular India, with a total length of approximately 1,465 kilometers. It originates at Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra and flows into the Bay of Bengal.
Additional Facts
Narmada: It is called the 'lifeline of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.' It is the longest westward-flowing river.
Brahmaputra: It is known as the 'Sangpo' in Tibet and the 'Jamuna' in Bangladesh.
Kaveri: Note that the Kaveri River is called the 'Ganga of South India,' while the Godavari is called the 'Dakshin Ganga.'
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam
Which is the largest river in peninsular India?
(Answer: Godavari)
Where is the origin of the Godavari River?
(Answer: Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra)
The Manjara and Penganga are the major tributaries of which river?
(Answer: Godavari)