In which river has the National Waterway-2 (NW-2) been developed in India?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Brahmaputra

Explanation:

National Waterway-2 (NW-2) has been developed on the Brahmaputra River.

• NW-2 extends along the Brahmaputra River from Sadiya (Assam) to Dhubri (Assam) near the India–Bangladesh border.
• It plays a crucial role in inland water transport in the North-Eastern region of India.
• The waterway supports:
• Cargo transport
• Passenger movement
• Regional trade and connectivity

The Brahmaputra is particularly suitable for inland navigation due to its wide channel and perennial flow, despite seasonal challenges.

Information Booster:

• National Waterways Act, 2016 declared 111 National Waterways in India.
• Important national waterways:
• NW-1: Ganga–Bhagirathi–Hooghly river system
• NW-2: Brahmaputra River
• NW-3: West Coast Canal (Kerala)
• NW-2 is vital for:
• Act East Policy
• Connectivity with Bangladesh and ASEAN region

Additional Knowledge:

• Brahmaputra River originates in Tibet (as Yarlung Tsangpo).
• It enters India through Arunachal Pradesh and flows through Assam.
• Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is responsible for development and maintenance of national waterways.