Which of the following is NOT a tributary of the Ganges River? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a tributary of the Ganges River?
A. Ghaghara
B. Godavari
C. Son
D. Gandak
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Godavari is a major river in peninsular India and is not a tributary of the Ganges. The Ghaghara, Gandak, and Son are important tributaries of the Ganges.[reference:84]

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