Which of the following rivers forms a delta along the Eastern Coastal Plains?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Answer: Godavari
Explanation: The Godavari River forms a large delta along the Eastern Coastal Plains of India.
It is the second longest river in India after the Ganga.
It originates from Trimbak in the Western Ghats (Maharashtra) and flows eastwards.
Before meeting the Bay of Bengal, it spreads into a wide delta in Andhra Pradesh, along the eastern coast.
Additional Key Points:
Eastern flowing rivers like Godavari, Krishna, and Cauvery form deltas
Western flowing rivers like Narmada and Tapi form estuaries
Godavari delta is also called the “Rice Bowl of South India”
Major tributaries: Pranhita, Indravati, Sabari
Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers:
Question: Where does Godavari originate?
Answer: Trimbak, Maharashtra
Question: What is a delta?
Answer: Landform formed at river mouth due to sediment deposition