Question

Compare the characteristic features of Himalayan rivers and Peninsular rivers.

Answer 1

Himalayan rivers	Peninsular rivers
Originates from the Himalayan in ranges	Originates from the mountains the peninsular plateau
Extensive catchment area catchment	Comparatively small area
Intense erosion	Less intensity of erosion
Forms gorges in the mountain region and meanders along the plains.	Deep valleys are not created because of hard and resistant bedrocks
High irrigation potential	Less irrigation potential
High inland navigation potential for along the plains	Comparatively less potential inland navigation