Question

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.

• A. iii, iv
• B. iii only
• C. All of these
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer:

C. All of these

• 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