Compared to other peninsular rivers the Kaveri river carries water throughout the year with lesser f...........

Compared to other peninsular rivers, the Kaveri river carries water throughout the year with lesser fluctuations. What could be the possible reason behind this?

1. The river is fed by a permanent glacier thereby ensuring uniform flow all year round.

2. It has been connected to other rivers of the region through the river inter-linking project to ensure supply of water all the year round.

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1 only

2 only

Both are correct

Neither is correct

Explanation:

Most of the peninsular rivers originate in the Western Ghats . Their watershed receives water only during the South West monsoons . Hence unlike the Himalayan rivers, they remain dry or transform into narrow streams during other seasons. Unlike these rivers the lower reaches of Kaveri receive rainfall even during winter .This is because the lower reaches of Kaveri fall in the path of moisture rich North East Monsoon winds.Hence Kaveri is a Perennial river.