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Which of the following is NOT an alternative name for the Chaliyar river?

ABeypore river

BKallaipuzha

CNilambur Puzha

DPeriyar

Answer:

D. Periyar

Read Explanation:

  • Total length of Chaliyar - 169 km

  • The place of origin of Chaliyar is - Ilambaleri hills

  • Fourth longest river in Kerala

  • River known as Beypore river, Kallaipuzha, Choolikanadi and Nilambur Puzha


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Identify the false statement regarding the Periyar River's characteristics and historical references.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

    Which of the following statements are correct?

    1. The Periyar River splits into Mangalapuzha and Marthandan at Aluva.

    2. The Mangalapuzha joins the Bharathapuzha near Ponnani.

    3. Kalady, the birthplace of Adi Shankaracharya, lies on the banks of Periyar.

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