Q. Which of the following rivers are much older than the Himalayan Rivers?
1.Chambal
2.Betwa
3.Son
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Red Book
Red Book

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: On the basis of the mode of origin, nature and characteristics, the Indian drainage may also be classified into the Himalayan drainage and the peninsular drainage.

Although it has the problem of including the Chambal, the Betwa, the Son, etc. which are much older in age and origin than other rivers that have their origin in the Himalayas.

Source: NCERT


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