Question

Distinguish between :
Himalayan Rivers and Peninsular River.

Answer 1

Himalayan Rivers

(1) The Himalayan rivers originate from the snow-covered mountains.

(2) These rivers have large basins and catchment areas.

(3) These rivers flow through deep nearly I-shaped valleys

(4) These rivers are perennial in nature and receive water both from the monsoon and the melting of the snow.

(5) These rivers are suitable for navigation as they flow over plain areas.
(6) These rivers form large deltas near their mouth.

Peninsular Rivers

(1) The Peninsular rivers mostly originate from peninsular plateaus.

(2) These rivers have small basins and catchment areas.

(3) These rivers flow through broad and shallow valleys

(4) These rivers are seasonal in nature as they receive water only from the monsoon rain.

(5) These rivers are not suitable for navigation as they flow over uneven land in plateau areas.
(6) These rivers form estuaries or smaller deltas.