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NDA 2 2024 GAT, question 140

Topic: Geography

Q140

Consider the following statements regarding River Brahmaputra :

  1. It rises in Tibet, near Lake Mansarovar

  2. It takes a “U” turn near Namcha Barwa and enters India through a gorge

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

  1. (a) 1 only
  2. (b) 2 only
  3. (c) Both 1 and 2Correct answer
  4. (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution.

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

  1. The Brahmaputra originates in the Tibetan region near the Mansarovar area and flows east as the Tsangpo.
  2. It turns around Namcha Barwa before entering India.
  3. “Near” does not mean it issues directly from Mansarovar lake.
  4. Both supplied statements fit the standard drainage account.