Question

How the northern plains were formed?

• A. By the interplay of three river systems Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra
• B. By the interplay of two river systems Narmada and Tapi
• C. By the interplay of two river systems, Godavari and Krishna
• D. By the interplay of all these river system

Answer 1

The correct option is A By the interplay of three river systems Indus, Ganga and Brahmaputra

The Northern Plain was formed by the deposits brought in by the three major rivers and their tributaries.

1. The Indus

2.The Ganga

3.The Brahmaputra

Alluvium was deposited at the foothills of the Himalayas for millions of years. These deposits are now the fertile Northern Plains.