Question

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.

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

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1, 2, 3

• Largest Hydroelectric Project in Kerala - Idukki Hydroelectric Project

• River on which the Idukki hydro electric power project is located - Periyar

• Major hydropower projects installed in Periyar - Pallivasal, Chenkulam, Panniyar, Neriamangalam and Lower Periyar

• The Periyar finally flows into the Vembanad Lake.

• Aluva is the place where the Periyar divides into Marthandampuzha and Mangalampuzha..

• Across which river is Marthandavarma bridge built - Periyar

• 25% of Kerala's industry is concentrated on the banks of the Periyar.

• Kerala's first multi-disciplinary excavation site is 'Pattanam' (Ernakulam), which existed on the bank of the Periyar.