Question

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.

• A. 3, 4
• B. 1, 2, 3
• C. All
• D. 2 only

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1, 2, 3

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