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

  1. The Manjeswaram River originates from the Balepuni Hills in Kasargod.
  2. It is the longest river in Kerala.
  3. The Manjeswaram River is also known as Talapadipuzha.
  4. It flows into the Kavvayi backwaters.

    Ai only

    Biii only

    Ci, iii

    Dii, iv

    Answer:

    C. i, iii

    Read Explanation:

    • Length of Manjeswaram river - 16 km

    • Origin of Manjeswaram river is - Balepuni Hills (Kasargod)

    • The northernmost river in Kerala

    • The shortest river in Kerala

    • River known as Talapadipuzha.


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