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Question

Which of the following rivers is called "biological desert" on account of its pollutants?

  1. Yamuna
  2. Periyar
  3. Damodar
  4. Mahanadi

Answer:

Option C: Damodar

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Damodar”.

The Damodar River in India is known as a biological desert due to its high levels of pollutants, which have negatively impacted its aquatic life.