Why may Peninsular rivers generally carry less silt than Himalayan rivers?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: They flow through old hard rocky areas and have fewer glacier sources
Peninsular rivers flow through old hard plateaus and do not bring as much silt as Himalayan rivers. Exam tip: understand the effect of river source.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
They flow through old hard rocky areas and have fewer glacier sources
Why is this the correct answer?
Peninsular rivers flow through old hard plateaus and do not bring as much silt as Himalayan rivers. Exam tip: understand the effect of river source.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Physical Features of India. Topic: The Peninsular Plateau.
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