It forms when tributaries of the master streams develop in a circular pattern, typically over a mature, dissected dome mountain with alternating hard and soft rock bands.The statement is referring to:
(a) Centripetal Drainage pattern
(b) Radial Drainage pattern
(c) Pinnate Drainage pattern
(d) Annular Drainage pattern

Question

It forms when tributaries of the master streams develop in a circular pattern, typically over a mature, dissected dome mountain with alternating hard and soft rock bands.The statement is referring to:
(a) Centripetal Drainage pattern
(b) Radial Drainage pattern
(c) Pinnate Drainage pattern
(d) Annular Drainage pattern

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Annular pattern, also known as 'circular pattern' is formed when the tributaries of the master consequent streams are developed in the form of a circle.Such pattern is developed over a mature and dissected dome mountain characterized by a series of alternate bands of hard and soft rock beds.

Min. Time: 42 S Max Time: 42 S
E Question 1	⏱ 0
It forms when tributaries of the master streams develop in a circular pattern, typically over a mature, dissected dome mountain with alternating hard and soft rock bands.The statement is referring to: (a) Centripetal Drainage pattern (b) Radial Drainage pattern (c) Pinnate Drainage pattern (d) Annular Drainage pattern

Drainage Patterns

Types of Drainage Patterns

Website Link

Test Your Knowledge

Student Resources