Which river is known as the “Sorrow of Bihar” because of its frequent floods?
Which river is known as the “Sorrow of Bihar” because of its frequent floods?
किस नदी को बार-बार आने वाली बाढ़ के कारण “बिहार का शोक” कहा जाता है?
Detailed Solution & Logic
Correct Answer:
Kosi / कोसी
Explanation:
The Kosi River frequently changes its course and causes severe floods in Bihar, earning it the name “Sorrow of Bihar”.
कोसी नदी बार-बार अपना मार्ग बदलती है और बिहार में गंभीर बाढ़ का कारण बनती है, इसलिए इसे बिहार का शोक कहा जाता है।
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