Question

Write the characteristics of perennial and seasonal rivers.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Give a basic definition of both perennial and seasonal rivers with examples. Show clear differentiation between both of them.

Solution:
The characteristics of perennial and seasonal rivers can be stated thus:

Perennial river:

• A stream or a river that flows continuously through its river bed year-round is known as a perennial river.
• These rivers are rain-fed and formed through the melting of glaciers.
• Examples of perennial rivers: Sutlej, Beas and Ravi.

Seasonal rivers:

• Rivers or streams that do not flow continuously for the whole year are known as seasonal or non-perennial rivers.
• They flow abundantly during the monsoon season. They don't flow for at least a part of the year.
• Examples of seasonal rivers: Ghaggar and Choes.