Question

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true regarding Himalayan rivers?

• A. They originate from the glaciers of the Himalayan mountains.
• B. They merge into the glaciers of the Himalayan mountains.
• C. They originate from the Peninsular plateau and the central highlands.
• D. They are seasonal in nature.

Answer 1

The correct option is A They originate from the glaciers of the Himalayan mountains.

The Himalayan rivers are the rivers that originate from the glaciers of the Himalayan mountains, that’s why they are called Himalayan rivers. Himalayan Rivers are perennial in nature.