Which is the largest river of peninsular India?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Godavari.
· The Godavari River is the largest river in peninsular India, spanning approximately 1,465 kilometers.
· Originating from the Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra, it flows eastwards across the Deccan Plateau and drains into the Bay of Bengal.
· The Godavari basin is one of the largest river basins in India, covering several states including Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha.
· It is also known as the 'Dakshina Ganga' or 'Ganga of the South' due to its significant role in the cultural and agricultural life of the region.
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Tungabhadra:
· A major river in southern India, formed by the confluence of the Tunga and Bhadra rivers.
· It is an important tributary of the Krishna River.
Tapi:
· Also known as Tapti, it flows westward and drains into the Arabian Sea.
· It is one of the major rivers in central India but not as extensive as the Godavari.
Krishna:
· One of the major rivers in peninsular India, it is about 1,400 kilometers long.
· It flows from Maharashtra to the Bay of Bengal but is shorter than the Godavari.