A trellis drainage pattern is characterized by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A trellis drainage pattern is characterized by:
A. Streams flowing in a straight line and meeting at right angles
B. Streams flowing outwards from a central point
C. A pattern resembling the branches of a tree
D. Small tributaries flowing into larger parallel streams
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A trellis drainage pattern has smaller tributaries flowing into larger parallel streams, typically found in areas with alternating hard and soft rocks.[reference:70]

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