Question

Explain why floods are not as frequent in South India as they are in North India.

Answer 1

1. Short and Fast Rivers: Rivers in South India (like Krishna, Godavari, and Cauvery) are shorter and flow quickly, so water doesn’t get stored long enough to cause large floods.
2. Hard Rock Surface: The peninsular region has hard, rocky terrain, which helps rainwater drain quickly without much accumulation.
3. Lack of Vast Plains: Unlike the flat northern plains, South India has undulating terrain, which prevents water from spreading and stagnating.
4. Less Rainfall from Monsoon: South India gets less intense monsoon rains compared to the north and northeast, reducing flood chances.