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With reference to superimposed drainage system, consider the following statements: 1. It is a drainage system which exhibits discordance with the underlying rock structure. 2. This type of drainage is a characteristic feature of Peninsular Rivers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to superimposed drainage system, consider the following statements: 1. It is a drainage system which exhibits discordance with the underlying rock structure. 2. This type of drainage is a characteristic feature of Peninsular Rivers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Correct Answer Both 1 and 2

The correct answer is Both 1 and 2.

Key Points

  • Superimposed drainage system exhibits discordance with the underlying rock structure.
  • This is because it originally developed on a cover of rocks that has now disappeared due to denudation.
  • Peninsular rivers exhibit this type of drainage.
  • The Damodar, the Subarnarekha, the Chambal, the Banas and the rivers flowing at the Rewa Plateau present some good examples of superimposed drainage.

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