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UPSC River systems PYQ with Answers

5 solved River systems questions from previous UPSC papers, each with an answer and explanation.

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  1. Q1 2024 Prelims GS

    With reference to the Himalayan rivers joining the Ganga downstream of Prayagraj from west to east, which sequence is correct?

    1. Ghaghara – Gomati – Gandak – Kosi
    2. Gomati – Ghaghara – Gandak – Kosi✓
    3. Ghaghara – Gomati – Kosi – Gandak
    4. Gomati – Ghaghara – Kosi – Gandak
    Answer explanation

    Gomati – Ghaghara – Gandak – Kosi Moving downstream along the Ganga from west to east, the relevant tributaries join in the sequence Gomati, Ghaghara, Gandak and Kosi. This is the correct geographical order of their confluences.

    Ganga tributariesGeographyIndian geography
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