WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which of the following rivers of Bangladesh is also known as Barak River?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Tista
  2. Raidek
  3. Surma
  4. Aitreyi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Surma

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Surma šŸ“š Explanation: The Barak River originates in the hills of Northeast India and enters Bangladesh, where it splits into two distinct channels, with the northern branch taking the name 'Surma' River. This river system is crucial for the hydrology, trade, and agriculture of the northeastern plains of Bangladesh. It eventually joins the Kushiyara River to form the Meghna River before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.