Geography Rivers And Lakes in India

Q. In the decreasing order of the length of the rivers, the correct sequence is ________

A
Brahmaputra - Narmada - Godavari - Ganga
B
Brahmaputra - Ganga - Godavari - Narmada
C
Ganga - Godavari - Brahmaputra - Narmada
D
Ganga - Brahmaputra - Godavari – Narmada

Correct Answer

Brahmaputra - Ganga - Godavari - Narmada

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    A)Syria
    B)Turkey
    C)Cyprus
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