Question

Cities generally come up on river banks because of their proximity to water. Water is essential for survival and transport. On which river is Panaji, a city of Goa situated?

• A. Mahanadi
• B. Godavari
• C. Kaveri
• D. Mandovi

Answer 1

The correct option is D Mandovi

• The Mandovi River has a length of 77 kilometres out of which 29 kilometres is situated in Karnataka and 52 kilometres is in Goa. It originates from a cluster of 30 springs at Bhimgat located in the Western Ghats of the Belgaum district in Karnataka.
• The river basin in Goa comprises of approximately 42% of Goa’s total geographical area.
• The Mandovi River is also known as Mahadayi or Mhadei River, and is often described as the lifeline to the State of Goa.