Multiple choice

Of the four rivers mentioned below, the one that does not make a delta is

  1. Ganga

  2. Tapti

  3. Godavari

  4. Mahanadi

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Tapti is a west-flowing peninsular river that empties into the Gulf of Khambhat. Unlike east-flowing rivers (Ganga, Godavari, Mahanadi), it does not form a delta due to high gradient and tidal conditions that disperse sediments.