GS PrelimsGeography (Indian physical environment)River System2000

Which one of the following statements is not true?

A

Ghaggar's water is utilised in the Indira Gandhi Canal

B

Narmada rises from Amarkantak region

C

Nizam Sagar is situated on the Manjra River

D

Penganga is a tributary of the Godavari

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. The question asks to identify the statement that is not true. 2. Statement (A) is not true. The Indira Gandhi Canal primarily draws water from the Harike Barrage at the confluence of the Sutlej and Beas rivers, not from the Ghaggar River. 3. Statement (B) is true. The source of the Narmada River is in the Amarkantak region of Madhya Pradesh. 4. Statement (C) is true. The Nizam Sagar dam is constructed on the Manjra River, a tributary of the Godavari. 5. Statement (D) is true. The Penganga is a significant tributary of the Wardha river, which ultimately flows into the Godavari River, making it part of the Godavari system.

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