Which river obtains its water from the hills and forests of Coorg, supporting wildlife such as the Mahaseer fish?
Answer
(B) River Kaveri
The correct answer is (B) River Kaveri — Therefore, option (B) is the correct answer.
Step-by-step solution
- Recall the geographical and natural details described in the lesson 'Coorg'.
- The text explicitly mentions that the river Kaveri derives its water from the hills and forests of Coorg.
- Therefore, option (B) is the correct answer.
Common mistake: Confusing Kaveri with other major south Indian rivers like Godavari or Krishna.
Concept tested: Geography and fauna of Coorg
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