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The Narmada river flows to the west, while most other large peninsular rivers flow to the east.

The Narmada river flows to the west, while most other large peninsular rivers flow to the east.
Why?
(1). It occupies a linear rift valley.
(2). It flows between the Vindhyas and the Satpuras.
(3). The land slopes to the west from Central India.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

(a)

1 only

(b)

2 and 3

(c)

1 and 3

(d)

None

Answer:

(a)

Core Books/NCERT

Explanation

The Narmada and the Tapi flow through the rift valley. Statement 3 is wrong as land slopes to the east in the region. Statement 2 is factually correct however, is not the reason for the rivers to flow to the west.Tikdam: