Rivers & Bridges — Set 1
Bihar GK · नदियां और पुल · Questions 1–10 of 40
Through which district does the Mahananda river enter Bihar?
Correct Answer: B. Kishanganj
The Mahananda river enters Bihar through the Kishanganj district. It forms the easternmost boundary of the state in some areas. This river eventually joins the Ganga in West Bengal.
What is the origin point of the Bagmati river?
Correct Answer: C. Shivpuri Range
The Bagmati river originates from the Shivpuri Range in Nepal. It is considered a holy river in Nepal, flowing past the Pashupatinath Temple. In Bihar, it is a major tributary that often causes floods.
The Kamla river enters Indian territory in which district of Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Madhubani
The Kamla river enters Indian territory in the Madhubani district of Bihar. It originates from the Mahabharat Range in Nepal. The river is known for its instability and frequent shifting of course.
Which hills are the source of the Burhi Gandak river?
Correct Answer: D. Someshwar Hills
The Burhi Gandak originates from the western side of the Someshwar Hills. It flows parallel to the Gandak river but carries less water. It eventually joins the Ganga near Khagaria.
Which river is known as 'Saryu' in Uttar Pradesh before entering Bihar?
Correct Answer: B. Ghaghara
The Ghaghara river is referred to as Saryu in the Ayodhya region of Uttar Pradesh. It enters Bihar near the Siwan district. It is a major left-bank tributary of the Ganga.
Which river is historically considered 'impure' in local mythology?
Correct Answer: A. Karmanasa
The Karmanasa river is historically considered 'impure' or a destroyer of religious merit. It flows along the boundary of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. It joins the Ganga near Chausa.
The Ajay river originates from which district in Bihar?
Correct Answer: C. Jamui
The Ajay river originates from the Chakai block of the Jamui district. It flows towards the southeast into West Bengal. It is an important river for the irrigation of the surrounding hilly terrain.
Which river is notorious for flash floods in the Nawada and Nalanda districts?
Correct Answer: D. Sakri
The Sakri river is known for frequent flash floods in Nawada and Nalanda. It changes its course often, making it unpredictable during monsoons. The river eventually drains into the Ganga basin.
At which place does the Kiul river join the Ganga?
Correct Answer: A. Surajgarha
The Kiul river joins the Ganga near Surajgarha in the Lakhisarai district. It originates from the Giridih district in Jharkhand. The river is a lifeline for agriculture in the Jamui and Lakhisarai regions.
The Triveni Canal draws water from which major river?
Correct Answer: B. Gandak
The Triveni Canal draws water from the Gandak river. It is located at the Indo-Nepal border near Valmiki Nagar. This canal system is vital for irrigation in the Champaran districts.