Kaveri Flashcards
1
Q
Where does Kaveri originate ?
A
Brahmagiri hills of Kodagu (Talakaveri)
2
Q
What are its important tributaries ?
A
1) Kabini
(R)
2) Bhavani
(R)
3) Amaravati (R)
4) Moyar (R)
5) Noyyal (R)
6) Lakshmantirtha (R)
7) Shimsha (L)
8) Hemavati (L)
9) Arkavati (L)
3
Q
Upper catchment area of Kaveri receives rainfall from?
A
S-W Monsoons (summer)
4
Q
Lower catchment area of Kaveri receives rainfall from?
A
N-E Monsoons (winter)
5
Q
What is the advantage due to this rainfall in both catchment areas ?
A
River carries water throughout the year with comparatively less fluctuation than other Peninsular rivers
6
Q
What are the states through which Kaveri runs ?
A
1) Karnataka
2) TN
3) Kerala
4) Puducherry (UT)
