Why is plateau slope important for understanding the direction of Peninsular rivers?

Correct answer: Because slope gives the river its general direction of flow

Correct answer: A, because the slope gives a river its general direction of flow. Water moves under gravity from relatively higher land toward lower land. Therefore, the overall slope of the Peninsular Plateau helps determine whether a river flows eastward or westward. Many major Peninsular rivers, including the Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri, generally flow eastward toward the Bay of Bengal, while the Narmada and Tapi flow westward toward the Arabian Sea. A is correct because relief and gradient guide the movement of running water. B is wrong because slope may affect speed and erosion but does not define the river’s colour. C is wrong because slope cannot transform a sea into mountains. D is wrong because slope usually guides flow rather than always stopping it. Memory cue: higher land to lower land explains river direction.