Question

Define the process of evolution of the Himalayan drainage. (Give an answer for at least 5 marks)​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Evolution of the Himalayan Drainage System:

A mighty river called Shiwalik or Indo-Brahma traversed the entire longitudinal extent of the Himalaya from Assam to Punjab and onwards to Sind, and finally discharged into the Gulf of Sind near lower Punjab during the Miocene period some 5-24 million years ago.

Answer 2

Evolution of the Himalayan Drainage System:

A mighty river called Shiwalik or Indo-Brahma traversed the entire longitudinal extent of the Himalaya from Assam to Punjab and onwards to Sind, and finally discharged into the Gulf of Sind near lower Punjab during the Miocene period some 5-24 million years ago.