What is the main reason for higher sediment load in Himalayan rivers?
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Correct answer: Strong erosion occurs in young mountain regions
The Himalayas are young and steep, so rivers erode strongly. Exam tip: link sediment with erosion.
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Strong erosion occurs in young mountain regions
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The Himalayas are young and steep, so rivers erode strongly. Exam tip: link sediment with erosion.
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This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Drainage. Topic: Drainage Systems in India.
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