Which river is often referred to as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its frequent course changes and catastrophic flooding? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
Which river is often referred to as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its frequent course changes and catastrophic flooding?
A. Son
B. Gandak
C. Kosi
D. Ganga
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Kosi River originates in Tibet and flows through Nepal and India. It is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because it carries a massive amount of silt from the Himalayas and frequently changes its course during the monsoon, causing devastating floods in the plains of Bihar. It is a major left-bank tributary of the Ganga.
Explanation:
The Brahmaputra flows through Tibet (as the Yarlung Tsangpo), enters India through the state of Arunachal Pradesh (where it is called Siang or Dihang), and then enters Assam, where it is known as the Brahmaputra.
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