Indian rivers (drainage): Which river systems empty into the Bay of Bengal? Consider the major peninsular and Himalayan rivers and their mouths. Choose the correct set.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Ganga–Brahmaputra–Meghna; Mahanadi; Godavari; Krishna; Kaveri
Explanation
Facts
- Bay of Bengal drainers: Ganga–Brahmaputra–Meghna delta system, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri, among others.
- Arabian Sea drainers: Indus, Narmada, Tapi, Mahi, Sabarmati, etc.
Final AnswerGanga–Brahmaputra–Meghna; Mahanadi; Godavari; Krishna; Kaveri drain into the Bay of Bengal.