With reference to the Indian drainage system, consider the following statements: 1. The drainage systems discharging into the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are separated by the Delhi Ridge, the Aravalis, and the Sahyadris. 2. The majority of Indian rivers drain into the Arabian Sea. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

The Delhi Ridge, Aravalis, and Sahyadris act as a water divide between the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea drainage systems.
Only 23% of Indian drainage area flows into the Arabian Sea; 77% flows into the Bay of Bengal.

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