The 'Kosi' river is often called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Kosi' river is often called the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because of:
A. High sediment content
B. Droughts
C. Pollution
D. Frequent floods and changing course
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Kosi River is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because it is notorious for changing its course frequently and causing devastating floods during the monsoon.

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