Question

    Which of the following hills/ranges depict the radial

    form of drainage pattern?
    A Nilgiri Hills Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Kumaon Hills Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Sahyadari Hills Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Amarkantak range Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    When the rivers originate from a hill and flow in all directions, the drainage pattern is known as ‘radial’. Rivers like Narmada, Son and Mahanadi originating from Amarkantak range fl ow in diff erent directions and are good examples of radial pattern. This pattern is also found in the Girnar Hills of Gujarat and Mikir Hills of Assam.

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