Discuss the differences between Himalayan and Peninsula river systems in India.

India is the land of civilization developed along the river systems of Ganga, Indus, Tungadhara etc.

Differences between Himalayan and Peninsula Rivers:

Himalayan Rivers:

(I) Main source - Glaciers of Hindu Kush system

(I) Perennial rivers - Flow throughout the year

(B) Longer and more stable - Brahmaputra, Ganga

(C) High biodiversity - Indus Dolphin, Gangetic Gharials

Peninsula Rivers:

(I) Source is the sines collected water from precipitation

(D) Dependent on monsoon; also many are seasonal

(D) Shorter, pure susceptible to human and no natural force

(C) Comparatively less biodiversity

Additional Differences:

(I) Large deltas - Sunderbans (compared to) Smaller deltas - Godavari

(B) Minerals - Iron, sand

(D) Disputes are less due to high water aquality

(E) Pollution due to industries (leather) - Sunderbans

Similarities:

(i) Treated by climate change and anthropogenic factors

Conclusion: Programs like Namami Gange are ensuring minimum flow of these life supports of our nation.