Peninsular rivers rarely form meanders. Which of the following could b...
Answer: a)
Explanation: If you answered (a) and (b), then its time to have a look at the map of India. Western ghats run through six states – Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
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Peninsular rivers rarely form meanders. Which of the following could b...
Explanation:
Peninsular rivers are the rivers that originate from the peninsular plateau of India. These rivers rarely form meanders due to the following reasons:
1. Hard rock surface of peninsular regions: The peninsular plateau is made up of hard and resistant rocks such as granite, gneiss, and basalt. These rocks do not erode easily, and hence, the rivers flowing over them do not have enough energy to form meanders.
2. Non-alluvial character of plateau: The peninsular plateau is not made up of alluvial deposits, which are soft and easily erodible. Instead, the plateau is made up of hard and compact rocks that do not erode easily. Hence, the rivers do not have enough energy to form meanders.
3. High erosional capacity of rivers: Peninsular rivers have a high erosional capacity due to their fast flow and steep gradient. They erode the rocks quickly, and the riverbeds remain narrow and deep. Hence, there is not enough space for the rivers to form meanders.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A', i.e., 1 and 2 only.