Which of the following rivers forms the largest delta in the world before entering the Bay of Bengal?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is Ganga-Brahmaputra.
Explanation:
☛ The Ganga-Brahmaputra river system forms the Sundarbans Delta (also known as the Ganges Delta or Bengal Delta) before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
☛ It is recognized as the largest delta in the world, covering parts of India (West Bengal) and Bangladesh.
☛ This region is world-renowned for its dense mangrove forests and is the prime natural habitat of the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Mahanadi: Originates from the highlands of Chhattisgarh and forms a fertile delta in Odisha before entering the Bay of Bengal.
☛ Godavari: Known as the Dakshin Ganga or Vridha Ganga, it is the longest peninsular river and originates at Trimbakeshwar in Maharashtra.
☛ Krishna: Originates near Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra and forms a large delta on the Andhra Pradesh coast before draining into the Bay of Bengal.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ From which mangrove tree does the Sundarbans delta derive its name? → Sundari tree (Heritiera fomes)
☛ What is the Brahmaputra River called when it enters Bangladesh? → Jamuna
☛ What is the name of the combined stream of the Ganga and Brahmaputra before emptying into the Bay of Bengal? → Meghna
☛ Which is the largest inhabited river island in the world formed by the Brahmaputra? → Majuli (Assam)
☛ In which year was Sundarbans National Park designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site? → 1987