Which river is often called the 'Sorrow of Bengal'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which river is often called the 'Sorrow of Bengal'?

A. Brahmaputra

B. Hooghly

C. Damodar

D. Kosi

Answer: Option C

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The Damodar River is historically known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal' due to its devastating floods in the past.

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