Which of the following is true with regards to the characteristics of Himalayan Rivers 1 n...........

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Which of the following is true with regards to the characteristics of Himalayan Rivers?

1. Many of them have their sources beyond Himalayas.

2. These rivers have a higher hydroelectric potential than the peninsular rivers.

3. They carry huge amounts of sediments due to high vertical as well as lateral erosion.

4. They form only V-shaped valleys and does not form any gorges.

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1,2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

2,3 and 4 only

1, 3 and 4 only

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Explanation:

1. First statement is correct as the Satluj rises from the Manasarovar-Rakas Lakes in western Tibet at a height of 4,570 m within 80 km of the source of the Indus.

2. Second statement is also correct as Himalayan rivers flow with great speed and falls from great height and that's why they have higher hydroelectric potential than the peninsular rivers.

3. Third statement is also correct.

4. Himalayan rivers forms both V-shaped valley and gorges.