Question

Identify the false statement regarding the Periyar River's characteristics and historical references.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

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

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1, 2, 4

• River mentioned as 'Choorni' in Kautilya's Arthashastra

• The river mentioned by Shankaracharya as 'Poorna

• The river known as the lifeline of Kerala

• The river in Kerala with most dams.

• The river with most tributaries in Kerala.