Question

Select the correct statements concerning the characteristics of Kerala's rivers.

1. There are 41 west-flowing rivers in Kerala.
2. There are 3 east-flowing rivers in Kerala.
3. The Periyar is the smallest river in Kerala.
4. Kerala has no rivers longer than 200 km.

• A. All
• B. 1, 2
• C. 2 only
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1, 2

• Number of rivers in Kerala - 44

• Number of west flowing rivers - 41

• Number of east flowing rivers in Kerala - 3

• The main source of rivers of Kerala - The Western Ghats

• Rivers in Kerala with length more than 200 km - 2

• Rivers in Kerala with length more than 150 km - 4

• How many million cubic meter water is flowing in 44 rivers of Kerala - 7790

• Watershed Area of 44 Rivers in Kerala - 277739 sq km