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Which of the following rivers is called the Bihar's river of sorrow?
Which of the following rivers is called the Bihar's river of sorrow?
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The correct option is C Kosi
The Kosi River is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar" as the annual floods affect about 21,000 km2 (8,100 sq mi) of fertile agricultural lands thereby disturbing the rural economy. During floods, it increases to as much as 18 times the average.The correct answer is C.
The Kosi River is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar" as the annual floods affect about 21,000 km2 (8,100 sq mi) of fertile agricultural lands thereby disturbing the rural economy. During floods, it increases to as much as 18 times the average.
The correct answer is C.
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