Question

Why is the Godavari River also know as Dakshin Ganga ?

CBSE Class IX Social Science SA (3 Marks)

Answer 1

godavari river is known as dakshin ganga because it is situated at dakshin ( south ) side

Answer 2

The Godavari River is known as 'Dakshin Ganga' because :

(i) Godavari River is very long like the Ganga in the north. It is the second largest river in India and the largest river in southern India.