Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

1. The origin of the Pamba River is Pulichimala in the Peerumedu Plateau.

2. The Achankovil River is a tributary of the Pamba River.

3. The Pamba River flows into Ashtamudi Lake.

• A. 1 & 2
• B. 2 & 3
• C. 1 & 3
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 & 2

• Correct Answer: Option A) 1 & 2

• The origin of the Pamba River is Pulichimala in the Peerumedu Plateau - This statement is correct. The Pamba River originates from Pulichimala, which is situated in the Peerumedu Plateau in the Western Ghats at an elevation of approximately 1,650 meters above sea level.

• The Achankovil River is a tributary of the Pamba River - This statement is correct. The Achankovil River is indeed one of the tributaries of the Pamba River. They merge before emptying into the Vembanad Lake.

• The Pamba River flows into Ashtamudi Lake - This statement is incorrect. The Pamba River flows into Vembanad Lake, not Ashtamudi Lake. Ashtamudi Lake is connected to a different river system. The Kallada River flows into Ashtamudi Lake.