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Question
Distinguish between the following:
Himalayan rivers and Peninsular rivers.
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Sr. No. | Himalayan rivers | Peninsular rivers |
| 1. | Originate from the Himalayas | Originate from the Western Ghats |
| 2. | Long and wide Perennial in nature | Short and arrow |
| 3. | Perennial in nature | Non-Perennial in nature |
| 4. | Unsuitable for hydropower generation | Suitable for hydropower generation |
| 5. | Middle and lower courses are navigable | Not useful for navigation |
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