What is the following is/are tributaries of the Ganges in India?

Appeared in: AIIMS Manglagiri NO - 2019

Explanation

The question asks to identify the tributaries of the Ganges river from the given options.
The Gomti river is a left-bank tributary of the Ganges.
The Yamuna river is the largest right-bank tributary of the Ganges.
The Son river is another major right-bank tributary of the Ganges.
Since all three rivers—Gomti, Yamuna, and Son—are tributaries of the Ganges, the option 'All of these' is the correct and most comprehensive answer.

Option A: This option is factually correct, as the Gomti is a tributary of the Ganges. However, it is an incomplete answer because other options are also correct.
Option B: This option is factually correct, as the Yamuna is a major tributary of the Ganges. However, it is an incomplete answer because other options are also correct.
Option C: This option is factually correct, as the Son river is a tributary of the Ganges. However, it is an incomplete answer because other options are also correct.

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 as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general knowledge, which is a component of the entrance examinations for various nursing programs in India.
A strong general awareness, including basic geography, is often expected of candidates.
What if the question asked for the largest tributary? In that case, the answer would be the Yamuna river.

How to Approach the Question

First, read the question carefully to understand what is being asked. Here, the question is about identifying the tributaries of the Ganges.
Next, evaluate each of the first three options (Gomti, Yamuna, Son river) based on your knowledge of Indian geography.
Recall or determine if each river is a tributary of the Ganges.
If you confirm that more than one of the individual options are correct, the 'All of these' option is highly likely to be the right answer.
Conclude by selecting 'All of these' as it encompasses all the correct individual options.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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