Which of the following tributaries is/are correctly matched with the Deccan Rivers?

Tributary		River
1.	Bhavani	Krishna
2.	Kabini	Kaveri
3.	Manjra	Godavari
4.	Bhima	Mahanadi

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The correct answer is 2 and 3.

Key Points

• The Kabini River is a major tributary of the Kaveri River, flowing through the states of Karnataka and Kerala.
• The Manjra River is a significant tributary of the Godavari River and flows through the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana.
• The Bhavani River is a tributary of the Kaveri River and not the Krishna River.
• The Bhima River is a major tributary of the Krishna River and not the Mahanadi River.

Additional Information

• Krishna River:
  • The Krishna River is one of the longest rivers in India, flowing through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh.
  • Major tributaries include the Bhima, Tungabhadra, and Koyna rivers.
• Kaveri River:
  • The Kaveri River flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and is known for its extensive irrigation systems.
  • Major tributaries include the Kabini, Bhavani, and Noyyal rivers.
• Godavari River:
  • The Godavari River is the second longest river in India, running through Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha.
  • It is often referred to as the 'Dakshina Ganga' (Ganges of the South).
• Deccan Plateau:
  • The Deccan Plateau is a large plateau in western and southern India, bounded by the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, and the Satpura Range.
  • It is known for its rich mineral resources and diverse ecosystems.