Practice The Himalayan Rivers (3.2) - Drainage

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Question 1.
Name the three major Himalayan rivers.
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Think about the rivers listed as perennial.
Question 2.
What is a tributary?
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Remember it adds to the main river's flow.
3Question 3.
Which river is known as the 'Tsang Po' in Tibet?
- Indus
- Ganga
- Brahmaputra
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Think about the rivers originating in the Himalayan region.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Ganga river is completely contained within India.
- True
- False
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Consider the river's course.
Question 5.
Evaluate the impact of seasonal floods from the Ganga on both agriculture and infrastructure.
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Look at both benefits and drawbacks.
Question 6.
Propose a sustainable management plan for minimizing pollution in the Himalayan rivers.
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Consider community involvement as a factor.

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