Majuli, which is recognised as the largest inhabited riverine island in the world, is located in the course of which river in India?

Appeared in: RRB Nsg. Superintendent-2026 (Shift -2nd)

Explanation

Majuli is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest inhabited riverine island.
It is located in the state of Assam, in Northeast India.
The island is a fluvial landform created by the braiding and shifting course of the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries.
Majuli is a prominent center for Assamese culture, particularly the neo-Vaishnavite tradition, with many ancient Satras (monasteries).

Option A: The Teesta River flows through Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. It is a tributary of the Brahmaputra but Majuli is not located in it.
Option B: The Indus River flows through the western part of the Indian subcontinent, primarily through Ladakh in India and then Pakistan. It is geographically very distant from Assam where Majuli is located.
Option D: The Ganga is the main river of the northern Indian plains and flows far south and west of the Brahmaputra's course in Assam. While it joins the Brahmaputra in Bangladesh (where they are known by different names), Majuli is not located in the Ganga.

Visual 1: Map of India - A map highlighting the course of the Brahmaputra river through the state of Assam, with the location of Majuli island clearly marked. This would visually confirm the island's position within the river.
Visual 2: Satellite Image - A satellite view of Majuli island showing the braided channels of the Brahmaputra River surrounding it. This illustrates the concept of a riverine island and the dynamic nature of the river system.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Geography of India: River Systems and Landforms as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general knowledge, a component of the syllabus for many nursing and other competitive entrance examinations in India.
General awareness of national geography, culture, and environmental issues is considered an attribute of a well-rounded professional.
What if the question asked about the largest uninhabited riverine island? The answer might change, highlighting the importance of reading every word in the question stem carefully. (The largest uninhabited river island is on the Amazon River).

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key geographical feature mentioned in the question: 'Majuli', the 'largest inhabited riverine island'.
Access your general knowledge about major Indian geographical landmarks.
Recall or deduce the state in which Majuli is located. Majuli is famously associated with Assam.
Consider the major rivers flowing through Assam. The primary and most significant river in Assam is the Brahmaputra.
Evaluate the given options. The Brahmaputra is listed as an option.
Eliminate the other options based on their known geographical locations: Ganga (Northern Plains), Indus (North-west India/Pakistan), and Teesta (Sikkim/West Bengal).

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