The largest tributary of the Ganga is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The largest tributary of the Ganga is:
A. Gandak
B. Yamuna
C. Kosi
D. Ghaghara
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Yamuna is the largest tributary of the Ganga by discharge and length.

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Question #1
Which lake is famous for the 'Floating National Park' (Keibul Lamjao)?
A. Wular Lake
B. Loktak Lake
C. Dal Lake
D. Chilika Lake

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Loktak Lake in Manipur is famous for 'phumdis' (floating biomass) and houses the Keibul Lamjao National Park.

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Question #2
Which of the following is the deepest lake in India?
A. Loktak Lake
B. Manasbal Lake
C. Wular Lake
D. Mansarovar Lake

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Mansarovar Lake in Jammu and Kashmir is considered the deepest lake in India, with a depth of approximately 13 meters (43 feet).[reference:82]

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Question #3
The 'Indus River' originates in which of the following regions?
A. Pir Panjal Range
B. Ladakh Range
C. Kailash Range (near Lake Mansarovar)
D. Zaskar Range

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Indus River originates from the northern slopes of the Kailash Range near Lake Mansarovar in Tibet. It flows through the Ladakh region of India and enters Pakistan, eventually draining into the Arabian Sea near Karachi.

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