art_culture easy MCQ

Which river is revered as 'Dakshina Ganga' (Ganges of the South) in Indian tradition?

  1. Godavari
  2. Krishna
  3. Kaveri
  4. Narmada

Answer: Godavari

Godavari, India's second-longest river, is called Dakshina Ganga due to its religious significance in South India. Major pilgrimage sites include Nashik, Rajahmundry, and the Pushkaram festival held every 12 years.

Topic Eco-Culture - Sacred Rivers
Exam Relevance SSC, Railway, Banking