Geography • Indian GeographyEasy
Which river is widely recognized as the longest river flowing entirely within the geographical boundaries of the state of Kerala?
A. Periyar River✓ Correct Answer
B. Bharathappuzha (Nila) River
C. Pamba River
D. Chaliyar River
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Periyar River is the longest river in the southern Indian state of Kerala, flowing for approximately 244 kilometers before emptying into the Vembanad Lake. The Bharathappuzha is Kerala's second longest river, while the Pamba River holds immense cultural significance due to its proximity to the Sabarimala temple. Rivers in Kerala are characteristically short and swift due to the close proximity of the Western Ghats to the Arabian Sea.
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