Question

Q. With reference to the Peninsular and the Himalayan rivers, consider the following statements:

Which of the above given statements are correct?

• A.
  1 and 2 only
• B.
  1 and 3 only
• C.
  2 and 3 only
• D.
  1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1 and 2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Peninsular Rivers originate in Peninsular plateau and central highland, so they have a fixed course with well adjusted valleys. They are more or less completely graded valleys.

Statement 2 is correct: Himalayan Rivers exhibit a greater carrying capacity than the Peninsular Rivers because they have a greater velocity which increases their capacity to carry sediments with them.

Statement 3 is incorrect: Due to the hard rocky surface of the Peninsular plateau there is little scope for the formation of meanders. When Himalayan Rivers enter the plains there is reduction in the speed of flow of water and meanders will be formed under these circumstances