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Geography question from FAA exam, 2022 by JKSSB

Which among the following options is a major tributary of the Bhagirathi river?

Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Correct Answer: Option A — Bhilangna river
The Bhilangna is the most significant tributary of the Bhagirathi. The two rivers meet at Old Tehri, which is now the site of the Tehri Dam, one of the tallest dams in the world.

Understanding the Bhagirathi River System
The Bhagirathi is one of the two main headstreams of the Ganges (Ganga). It originates from the Gaumukh glacier and flows until it meets the Alaknanda River at Devprayag to officially form the Ganga.
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