Correct option is B
The correct answer is: (B). Young and youthful
Peninsular rivers in India are generally older than the Himalayan rivers. They are typically classified as mature or old rivers, having developed over millions of years.
Characteristics of Peninsular Rivers in India:
- Relatively smaller basin: Peninsular rivers have smaller basins compared to the larger basins of the Himalayan rivers.
- Dependent on monsoon rainfall: These rivers are highly dependent on the monsoon for their water flow.
- Smaller, fixed course with well-adjusted valleys: The Peninsular rivers generally follow a smaller and more fixed course, with well-developed valleys, due to the older nature of their landforms.
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