BPSC PT 71

Q. Which of the following is the place of confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi?

a) Rudraprayag
b) Karnaprayag
c) Vishnuprayag
d) Devprayag
Correct Answer: d) Devprayag

Question from BPSC PT 71, 2025

Correct Answer: d) Devprayag

Explanation:
– The Ganga is formed at Devprayag in Uttarakhand by the confluence of the Alaknanda and the Bhagirathi rivers.
– Other β€œPrayags” are different confluences of the Alaknanda with various tributaries:
– Vishnuprayag: Alaknanda + Dhauliganga
– Karnaprayag: Alaknanda + Pindar
– Rudraprayag: Alaknanda + Mandakini
– Therefore, the specific meeting point of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi is Devprayag.

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