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Which ancient name is associated with the Pamba River?

  1. The Pamba River was known as 'Baris' in ancient times.
  2. The river is also referred to as the 'Lifeline of Travancore'.
  3. The river is a tributary of the Periyar River.

    Identify the false statement regarding the Pamba River.

    1. The Pamba River is known as 'Dakshina Bhagirathi'.
    2. The river flows through Pathanamthitta, Idukki, and Alappuzha districts.
    3. The Sabarigiri project is located on the Pamba River.
    4. The Pamba River flows into the Arabian Sea directly.

      Which of the following statements about the Pamba River are correct?

      1. The Pamba River is the third longest river in Kerala.
      2. Sabarimala is located on the banks of the Pamba River.
      3. The Pamba River is known as the 'Lifeline of Travancore'.
      4. The Pamba River originates from the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu.
        Who is known as the 'Nila's story teller'?
        Which river is known as the least polluted river in Kerala?
        What is the area of the Bharathapuzha river basin in sq km?
        The tributary rivers Kannadipuzha and Kalpathi puzha join Bharathapuzha at which place?
        Ivor Madom, a sacred burial ground for Hindus, is located on the banks of which river?
        Where is the Kerala Kalamandalam situated?
        Malampuzha Dam, the largest dam in Kerala, is constructed on which river?
        The famous Mamangam festival takes place on the banks of Bharathapuzha at which location?
        Who gave the name 'Sokanashini' to the Bharathapuzha?
        In Chittur, the Bharathapuzha is known by which name?
        Ponnani Port, a fishing port, is located at the mouth of which river?
        At which place does the Bharathapuzha flow into the Arabian Sea?
        Which river is considered the life line of the cultural map of Kerala?
        What is the largest tributary of Bharathapuzha?
        In which districts does the Bharathapuzha flow?
        Which of the following is NOT a known name of Bharathapuzha?
        Bharathapuzha is famously known as the ____ of Kerala.
        Which position does Bharathapuzha hold in terms of length among Kerala's rivers?
        From where does the Bharathapuzha originate?
        What is the total length of Bharathapuzha?
        The flood of 1924 in the Periyar River is commonly known as:
        Which port was destroyed by the floods in the Periyar River?
        What year did the major flood in the Periyar River occur, leading to the name 'Flood of 99'?

        Evaluate the statements about the Periyar River and its surrounding regions. Identify the correct ones.

        1. The Periyar River flows through the districts of Idukki and Ernakulam.
        2. The Periyar River is known as the most water-bearing river in Kerala.
        3. The Periyar River has the most dams among all rivers in Kerala.
        4. The Periyar River originates in the Western Ghats of Kerala.

          Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the Periyar River's historical and economic importance?

          1. The Periyar River is referred to as 'Choorni' in Kautilya's Arthashastra.
          2. Shankaracharya mentioned the Periyar River as 'Poorna'.
          3. Approximately 25% of Kerala's industry is concentrated along the banks of the Periyar.
          4. Pattanam, Kerala's first multi-disciplinary excavation site, is located on the banks of the Bharatpuzha River.

            Analyze the final course and geographical significance of the Periyar River. Select the correct statements.

            1. The Periyar River finally flows into the Vembanad Lake.
            2. At Aluva, the Periyar River divides into two distributaries: Marthandampuzha and Mangalampuzha.
            3. The Marthandavarma bridge is built across the Periyar River.
            4. The Periyar River does not have any significant distributaries and flows directly into the Arabian Sea.

              Regarding the hydroelectric power generation on the Periyar River, which statements are correct?

              1. The Periyar River hosts the Idukki Hydroelectric Project, Kerala's largest hydroelectric project.
              2. Major hydropower projects such as Pallivasal, Chenkulam, Panniyar, Neriamangalam, and Lower Periyar are installed on the Periyar River.
              3. The Periyar River has the most number of hydroelectric projects in Kerala.
              4. The Mullaperiyar Dam, a significant structure, is located on a tributary of the Periyar.

                What are the key features of the Periyar River concerning its tributaries and river systems?

                1. Mullayar is the first tributary to join the Periyar River.
                2. The Thottiyar is a tributary of the Periyar River.
                3. The Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala rivers are tributaries of the Periyar.
                4. The Periyar River has the fewest tributaries among Kerala's major rivers.

                  Identify the false statement regarding the Periyar River's characteristics and historical references.

                  1. The Periyar River is recognized as the river with the most tributaries in Kerala.
                  2. According to a 2019 report by the Centre for Water Resources Development and Management, the Periyar is the most polluted river in Kerala.
                  3. The Kallayi River, flowing through Kozhikode city, is identified as the most polluted river in Kerala in the latest report by the Central Pollution Control Board.
                  4. The river is known by names such as Aluvapuzha and Kaladipuzha.

                    Which of the following statements accurately describe the Periyar River?

                    1. The Periyar River originates in the Sivagiri Hills of Tamil Nadu and has a length of 244 km.
                    2. It is the longest river in Kerala and is known as the lifeline of Kerala due to its significant water-bearing capacity.
                    3. The Periyar River flows through the districts of Palakkad and Thrissur.
                    4. It is mentioned as 'Choorni' in Kautilya's Arthashastra and as 'Poorna' by Shankaracharya.

                      Connect the ancient appellations with their respective Kerala rivers.

                      Dakshina Bhagirathi Pamba
                      Choorni Chaliyar
                      Nila Periyar
                      Beypore River Bharatapuzha

                      Match the given names to their corresponding rivers in Kerala.

                      Kadalundipuzha Pamba
                      Yellow River Mayyazhipuzha
                      Baris Kuttiyadipuzha
                      English Channel of Kerala Karimpuzha

                      Identify the rivers associated with their alternative or ancient names.

                      Peraar Kannadipuzha
                      Thalayar Bharatapuzha
                      Beypore River Chaliyar
                      Chitturpuzha Pambar

                      Match the ancient or known names of Kerala rivers with their current names.

                      Life line of Kerala Periyar
                      Nila Chandragiripuzha
                      Choorni Periyar
                      Payaswini Bharatapuzha

                      Which districts are part of the Chalakkudy river's drainage basin?

                      1. The Chalakkudy river flows through Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam, and Wayanad districts.
                      2. The Chalakkudy river's course includes Palakkad, Thrissur, and Ernakulam districts.
                      3. Thrissur and Ernakulam are the only districts the Chalakkudy river flows through.

                        Determine the districts that the Chaliyar river traverses.

                        1. The Chaliyar river flows through Wayanad, Malappuram, and Kozhikode districts.
                        2. The Chaliyar river's flow is restricted to Malappuram and Kozhikode.
                        3. Wayanad is not among the districts associated with the Chaliyar river.

                          Which of the following statements accurately describe the Pamba river's flow?

                          1. The Pamba river flows through Pathanamthitta, Idukki, and Alappuzha districts.
                          2. The Pamba river's course is limited to Pathanamthitta and Idukki.
                          3. Alappuzha is not a district through which the Pamba river flows.

                            Identify the districts associated with the Bharatapuzha river.

                            1. The Bharatapuzha river flows through Palakkad, Malappuram, and Thrissur districts.
                            2. The Bharatapuzha river is exclusively confined to the Palakkad district.
                            3. Malappuram and Kozhikode are the primary districts for the Bharatapuzha river.

                              Which districts does the Periyar river flow through?

                              1. The Periyar river flows through Idukki and Ernakulam districts.
                              2. The Periyar river originates in Palakkad district.
                              3. Ernakulam is the only district the Periyar river flows through.

                                Identify the correct length for the given rivers.

                                Chalakkudypuzha 128 km
                                Kadalundipuzha 130 km
                                Achenkovilar 121 km
                                Kallada River 130 km

                                Match the following rivers with their respective lengths in kilometers.

                                Periyar 209 km
                                Bharathapuzha 244 km
                                Pamba 169 km
                                Chaliyar 176 km

                                Select the correct statements concerning the characteristics of Kerala's rivers.

                                1. There are 41 west-flowing rivers in Kerala.
                                2. There are 3 east-flowing rivers in Kerala.
                                3. The Periyar is the smallest river in Kerala.
                                4. Kerala has no rivers longer than 200 km.

                                  Which of the following statements about Kerala's rivers is true?

                                  1. The district with the most rivers is Thiruvananthapuram.
                                  2. The Western Ghats is not a significant source for Kerala's rivers.
                                  3. Kasaragod district has the highest number of rivers.
                                  4. All rivers in Kerala are less than 15 km in length.

                                    Identify the false statement regarding the rivers of Kerala.

                                    1. The total number of rivers in Kerala is 44.
                                    2. Most rivers in Kerala flow towards the west.
                                    3. There are 4 rivers in Kerala with a length of more than 150 km.
                                    4. The Pambar is the largest east-flowing river in Kerala.

                                      Which statements accurately describe the rivers of Kerala?

                                      1. The Periyar River is the largest river in Kerala.
                                      2. The Manjeswaram River is the smallest river in Kerala.
                                      3. There are only 3 rivers in Kerala that flow east.
                                      4. The Kabani is the smallest east-flowing river in Kerala.

                                        Consider the following statements about the rivers of Kerala and choose the correct ones.

                                        1. There are 40 minor rivers and 4 medium rivers in Kerala.
                                        2. The Ayirurpuzha is the smallest river in South Kerala.
                                        3. The Ramapuram River is the smallest river in Kerala that flows into the sea.
                                        4. Kerala has no rivers longer than 150 km.

                                          Identify the correct statements regarding the classification and characteristics of Kerala's rivers.

                                          1. According to the 1974 notification, watercourses longer than 15 km are classified as rivers in Kerala.
                                          2. Kerala has no major rivers, with most classified as minor or medium.
                                          3. The Manjeswaram River is the largest river in Kerala.
                                          4. There are 11 rivers in Kerala with a length exceeding 100 km.