2016 · Q115
What is the correct sequence of tributaries of the River Ganga from West to East?
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- AYamuna, Ghaghara, Son, Gandak and Kosi
- BGhaghara, Yamuna, Gandak, Kosi and Son
- CYamuna, Ghaghara, Gandak, Son and Kosi
- DGhaghara, Yamuna, Kosi, Gandak and Son
Explanation
From west to east along the Ganga: the Yamuna joins at Prayagraj, the Ghaghara at Chhapra (Revelganj), the Son near Patna, the Gandak at Hajipur, and the Kosi in eastern Bihar. Hence Yamuna, Ghaghara, Son, Gandak, Kosi — option (A).