What is the other name of Bharathapuzha, the longest river of Kerala, which flows from the west and falls into the Arabian Sea?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Ponnani.
The Bharathapuzha, the longest river in Kerala, is also known by the name Ponnani. The river flows westward from the Western Ghats and empties into the Arabian Sea near Ponnani, a coastal town in Kerala. The Bharathapuzha is significant for its cultural and historical importance in the region, often associated with Kerala's rich literary and artistic heritage. While "Ponnani" refers to the town at its mouth, the river itself is deeply ingrained in the local culture as "Nila."