Question 4465

Through which of the following states does the river Brahmaputra NOT flow?

Answer

Odisha

Why?

The correct answer is Odisha . Key Points The Brahmaputra River flows through two main states in India: Arunachal Pradesh and Assam . While the Brahmaputra River doesn't directly flow through West Bengal, a distributary channel called the Old Brahmaputra River flows through a small portion of the state's northern region. Hence, Odisha is the most appropriate answer. Additional Information The Brahmaputra River originates from the Angsi Glacier in Tibet which is an is an autonomous region of China. It is knowns as Tsangpo in Tibet. It flows eastwards parallel to the Himalayas. On reaching the Namcha Barwa (7757 m) , it takes a ‘U’ turn and enters India in Arunachal Pradesh through a gorge. Here, it is called the Dihang and it is joined by the Dibang, the Lohit, and many other tributaries to form the Brahmaputra in Assam. Majuli Island is the first island to be made a district in India between the channels of the Brahmputra river is the largest river island in the world. The Brahmputra river forms the world's largest and the deepest canyon, Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon while leaving the Tibetan Plateau.