Q. Consider the following :
  1. Fixed course
  2. Absence of meanders
  3. Flood Plains
  4. Perennial Rivers
Which of the above is/are the characteristics of Peninsular rivers?

Answer: Only 1 and 2
Notes: Peninsular rivers are characterised by fixed course, absence of meanders and non-perennial flow of water. The Narmada and the Tapi which flow through the rift valley are, however, exceptions.

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