Which one of the following is the longest river in Peninsular India?

 

Godavari

Explanation:

The Godavari River is the longest river in Peninsular India, with a total length of approximately 1465 kilometers. It originates from Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra and flows eastward, draining into the Bay of Bengal. Due to its vast basin and long course, it is often called the ‘Dakshin Ganga’ or ‘Ganga of the South’.

In comparison:

• Narmada flows westwards but is shorter (~1312 km).

• Krishna is about 1400 km long.

• Mahanadi is around 890 km in length.

Hence, Godavari is the correct answer as it covers the maximum distance among the major rivers of Peninsular India.