Question
Download Solution PDFWhich among the following rivers originates in Maharashtra?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Godavari.
Key Points
- The Godavari River rises from Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra.
- It is the oldest River in India.
- It is also known as the Ganga of South India.
- It is the second-longest river in India.
- Dams on the Godavari river are - Polavaram Dam (Andhra Pradesh), Pochampad Dam (Telangana).
Important Points
- Tributaries of Godavari river are -
- Indravati (Chattisgarh)
- Painganga.
- Venganga.
- Pranhita
- Cities that lie along the Godavari river are -
- Nasik, Nanded (Maharashtra).
- Bhadrachalam ( Andhra Pradesh).
Additional Information
- Sources of some important Rivers of India -
- Brahmaputra - Kailash Mansarover Lake
- Indus - Kailash Mansarover Lake
- Jhelum - Seshnag Lake
- Chenab - Bara-la-cha Pass
- Ravi - Rohtang Pass
- Sutluj - Kailash Mountain
- Ganga - Gangotri
- Narmada - Maikal Hills
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