Question

Write the name of an important river of South India.

Answer 1

Answer: An important river of South India is the Godavari River.

Explanation:

• The Godavari River is the longest river in South India, often called the "Dakshina Ganga" or the Ganga of the South.
• It originates from Trimbak in Maharashtra and flows eastward across the Deccan Plateau.
• The river passes through Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
• It is crucial for irrigation, drinking water, hydroelectric power generation, and navigation.

Other Important Rivers of South India: - Krishna River (originates in Maharashtra, flows through Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh).
- Kaveri River (flows mainly through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, known for its fertile delta). 
- Periyar River (important river of Kerala).