Question

The river which was known as ‘Baris’ in ancient times was?

• A. Periyar
• B. Bharathapuzha
• C. Pamba
• D. Chaliyar

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Pamba

Pamba

• Place of origin - Pulichimala (Pirumedu Plateau)

• Total length - 176 km. m

• The third longest river in Kerala

• Place of fall of Pampa - Vembanatu backwater

• Drained Districts - Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Alappuzha

• Known as Dakshina Bhagirathi

• The river was known as Baris in ancient times

• Known as the lifeline of Travancore

• The place known as Pampa's Gift - Kuttanad

• The river bank where the famous Maramon convention takes place

• Cheru Kolpuzha Riverside where the Hindu Maha Sammelan is held

• The river where Perunthenaruvi falls is located

• The river where Sabari Dam and Kakkad Dam are situated