Rivers — Set 5
Bihar GK · नदियां · Questions 41–50 of 60
What is the total length of the river Ganga in India?
Correct Answer: A. 2525 km
The total length of the river Ganga in India is 2525 km. It is the longest river wholly within India. A significant portion of its middle course lies within the state of Bihar.
The river Ganga passes through how many districts in Bihar?
Correct Answer: B. 12
The river Ganga passes through 12 districts in Bihar. These include Buxar, Bhojpur, Patna, Saran, Vaishali, Samastipur, Begusarai, Munger, Khagaria, Katihar, Bhagalpur, and Lakhisarai. It serves as a major waterway for these regions.
Which district in Bihar has the longest riverbank along the Ganga?
Correct Answer: C. Patna
Patna district has the longest riverbank along the Ganga in Bihar. The length of the river along the district is approximately 99 km. The city of Patna extends linearly along the southern bank.
What is the general direction of flow of the Son river?
Correct Answer: D. South to North
The Son river flows generally from South to North. It originates in the central highlands and flows towards the Ganga plain. This direction is contrary to the Himalayan rivers which flow North to South.
The Kosi river is most famous for which characteristic?
Correct Answer: A. Shifting its course
The Kosi river is famous for frequently shifting its course. This lateral movement has caused massive displacement and flooding over centuries. It has moved westward by over 100 km in the last 200 years.
By what other name is the Gandak river known in Nepal?
Correct Answer: B. Narayani
The Gandak river is known as the Narayani in Nepal. It is also referred to as the Sapt Gandaki due to its seven tributaries. The river is famous for containing 'Shaligram' stones.
The Phalgu river is formed by the confluence of which two streams?
Correct Answer: C. Niranjana and Mohane
The Phalgu river is formed by the confluence of the Niranjana (Lilajan) and Mohane rivers. This confluence occurs near Bodh Gaya. The river then flows past Gaya town.
Which river is traditionally considered 'unholy' or 'cursed' in local folklore?
Correct Answer: D. Karmanasa
The Karmanasa river is traditionally considered 'unholy' or 'cursed'. The name literally translates to 'destroyer of deeds' (Karma-nasha). People believed that touching its water would wash away their religious merits.
At which place does the Son river join the Ganga?
Correct Answer: A. Maner
The Son river joins the Ganga at Maner, just west of Patna. The confluence creates a wide expanse of water. Maner is also famous for the Bari Dargah, a Sufi shrine.
Which of the following rivers forms part of the boundary between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. Gandak
The Gandak river forms part of the boundary between Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. It flows along the border for a significant distance before turning into Bihar. The Ghaghara and Karmanasa also form parts of this border.