Multiple choice general knowledge

Which river is believed to be the daughter of the Mountain King, Himavat?

  1. Krishna

  2. Ganga

  3. Godavari

  4. Kaveri
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Explanation

In Hindu mythology, the Ganga is considered the daughter of Himavat (the Mountain King), who is the personification of the Himalayas. Ganga descended from heaven to Earth through Lord Shiva's matted hair. The other rivers (Krishna, Godavari, Kaveri) have different mythological origins and are not associated with Himavat.

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