Rivers of India

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1. Originating near the lake of Mansarovar in Tibet, this river flows eastward through the Tibetan Himalayas, where it is called the Tsang-Po. It continues eastward for a long distance till the peak of Namcha Barwa in northeastern India, after which it makes a sharp turn southward, and is called the Dihang. Near Sadiya, Assam, it changes course to southwest and takes a new name, goes for around 800 kilometres and then turn southward, changes its name to Jamuna, and empties itself into the Bay of Bengal. It is known to overflow its banks often in northeast India, causing floods and great loss of property. What is the name of this mighty river as it passes through the majority of its path in India? Brahmaputra Mahanadi Yamuna Indus

2. This westward river originates in Madhya Pradesh in Central India, sandwiched between the Vindhya Range in the North and the Satpura Range in the South. It flows through a tiny bit of northern Maharashtra, before emptying itself in the Arabian sea, just south of the Gulf of Khambat. What is the name of this river? Kaveri (Cauvery) Godavari Ganga (Ganges) Narmada

3. This is the main river of the primarily desert state of Rajasthan, and flowing south-westerly, is a fine example of a river with inland drainage. Which river is this? Yamuna Mahanadi Luni Godavari

4. The prime tributary of the Ganga (Ganges), this river rises in the Himalayas, and flows southeast to meet the Ganga at Allahabad. Its upper course forms a long section of the Uttar Pradesh - Haryana border. The confluence with the Ganga at Allahabad is considered a sacred spot by Hindus and is a pilgrimage spot. Which river am I referring to? Bhima Brahmaputra Yamuna Krishna

5. This is one of the two biggest rivers in the tiny state of Goa, along with the Zuari. It is famous for boat cruises, dolphins, and even an off-shore casino! It finally empties itself into the Arabian sea near Panaji (Panjim), the capital of Goa. What is the name of this river? Brahmaputra Mandovi (Mandavi) Tungabhadra Kaveri (Cauveri)

6. Originating in southern Karnataka (Talakaveri in Coorg district), this river flows eastward through the southern states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, before finally emptying itself into the Bay of Bengal. Both the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu do not get blessed with very heavy rains, and so the states have been at loggerheads on the problem of water sharing for several years now. Which river am I talking about? Kaveri (Cauveri) Indus Godavari Yamuna

7. This is the most important river of India, and the holiest river of the Hindus. Originating at the Gangotri glacier in the northern state of Uttaranchal, this river flows southward for a while before turning eastward, flowing through the states of Uttar Pradesh Bihar, and West Bengal, meeting the Brahmaputra, and finishing its long journey in the Bay of Bengal. This river and its numerous tributaries, all contribute to making the land of north India fertile and excellent for cultivation. It is also home to dolphins. Which river is this? Mahanadi Bhima Godavari Ganga (Ganges)

8. Punjab, a state in northern India, is known as the 'Land of Five RIvers'? Tell me, what are the names of these five rivers? Chenab, Ravi, Beas, Jhelum, Sutlej Gomati, Son, Gandak, Damodar, Yamuna Krishna, Tungabhadra, Godavari, Bhima, Vaigai Narmada, Tapi, Sabarmati, Luni, Mahi

9. Which of the following rivers does NOT meet the Bay of Bengal? Godavari Krishna Tapi (Tapti) Mahanadi

10. In which country do the Ganga (Ganges) and the Brahmaputra meet? Answer: (One Word; 10 Letters; NOT India)