Question

Choose the correct statement(s) regarding Peninsular Rivers.

1. The Kaveri River originates in Tamil Nadu.

2. It enters the Bay of Bengal south of Cuddalore.

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 2 only

• Correct Answer: Option B) 2 only

• Statement 1: The Kaveri River originates in Tamil Nadu.This statement is incorrect.

• The Kaveri River originates in Brahmagiri Hills in Kodagu (Coorg) district of Karnataka, not in Tamil Nadu. It flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.

• Statement 2: It enters the Bay of Bengal south of Cuddalore.This statement is correct.

• The Kaveri River forms a delta near Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu and enters the Bay of Bengal south of Cuddalore. The river mouth is located at Poompuhar, which is indeed south of Cuddalore.