Q. Consider the following statements with respect to the Gomti River:
1.It joins river Ganga near Kanpur.
2.It is a perennial river.
3.Kalyani is one of its tributaries.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation – Gomti River is an alluvial river that originates from the Gomat Taal, or Fulhaar Jheel from Pilibhit in Uttar Pradesh. It joins river Ganga near Varanasi. The total drainage area of the river is 30,437 sq. km. Kathina, Bhainsi, Sarayan, Gon, Reth, Sai, Pili, and Kalyani are its tributaries. There are various cities that are situated on the banks of the river Gomti, such as Sultanpur, Lucknow, Jaunpur, and Lakhimpur Kheri. It is a perennial river. It has a sluggish flow throughout the year, except during the monsoon season.
Source: Forum IAS
