Question

Q. With reference to the Peninsular Rivers and 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 the Peninsular plateau and central highland, so they fixed course with well-adjusted valleys. They more or less completely graded valleys.

Statement 2 is correct: Himalayan Rivers flow across young fold mountains and are still young and active. Peninsular Rivers flow through one of the oldest plateaus of the world and have reached maturity.

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 a reduction in the speed of flow of water and meanders will be formed under these circumstances.