Question

Distinguish between rivers Ganga and Godavari on each of the following bases:

1. Source of water supply
2. Nature of flow

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Aspect	Ganga	Godavari
1.	Source of water supply	The Ganga River starts near the Gangotri Glacier in the Himalayas. The river flows year-round due to melting snow and rains.	The Godavari River originates in Trimbak in Nashik, Maharashtra. The primary source of water supply is rainfall.
2.	Nature of flow	The water supply ensures a perennial flow and activity throughout the year.	The flow is seasonal, with lower water levels during dry months, particularly in summer.