Question

Which of the following statements about the Chalakudy River is correct?

1. The Chalakudy River originates from the Anamalai hills.
2. It is the second longest river in Kerala.
3. The river is formed by the confluence of several smaller rivers including Parambikulam and Kuriyarkutty.
4. Chalakudy River flows into the Arabian Sea directly.

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

Answer 1

Answer:

D. i, iii

• Total length of Chalakudypuzha - 130 Km

• Place of origin - Anamalai

• The fifth longest river in Kerala.

• The river formed by the confluence of Parambikulam, Kuriyarkutty, Sholayar, Karapara and Anakkayam rivers.

• The river where Athirappalli, Vazhachal and Peringalkuthu waterfalls are situated.