Question

What are the key features of the Periyar River concerning its tributaries and river systems?

1. Mullayar is the first tributary to join the Periyar River.
2. The Thottiyar is a tributary of the Periyar River.
3. The Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala rivers are tributaries of the Periyar.
4. The Periyar River has the fewest tributaries among Kerala's major rivers.

• A. i, ii, iii
• B. i only
• C. All
• D. ii only

Answer 1

Answer:

A. i, ii, iii

• Kallayi river which flows through the Kozhikkode city is the polluted river in Kerala (As per latest report by central pollution control board)

• The river with the most number of hydroelectric projects in Kerala.

• The river known as - Aluvapuzha, Kaladipuzha.

• Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala rivers confluence in Munnar

• A tributary of Periyar - Thottiyar

• Mullayar is the first tributary to Periyar