Q. With reference to Tungabhadra River, consider the following statements:
1.The river originates in the Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka.
2.The river ultimately merges with the Kaveri River.
3.The river passes through Hampi.
4.Underground springs are the primary source of water for the river.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Tungabhadra River is formed by the confluence of the Tunga and Bhadra rivers, both of which originate in the Western Ghats in Karnataka. The river holds both historical and cultural importance, particularly because it passes through Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its ancient temples and ruins.
Statements 2 and 4 are incorrect. The Tungabhadra River flows through Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and ultimately merges with the Krishna River. The South-West monsoon is the primary source of water for the Tungabhadra River.
Source: The Hindu
