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Context: 14 people lost their lives, and 16 others sustained injuries when an Indian tourist bus plunged 150 metres into the fast-flowing Marsyangdi River in central Nepal recently.
Marshyangdi River:
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Marsyangdi River also know as “Raging River”. |
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Country |
Nepal. |
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Length |
150 km. |
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Origin |
Khangsar Khola and Jharsang Khola mixed together at the northwest of Annapurna Massif, Marshyangdi River is formed. |
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Major Tributary Of |
It is one of the tributaries of the Trishuli River, which eventually joins the Ganges River in India. |
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Surrounding Mountains |
Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna. |
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Fish Species |
Snow trout (found in Marsyangdi and its tributaries like Nyagdi and Dorti). |
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Adventure Activities |
White water rafting, kayaking. |
Source
https://wellnepaltreks.com/place/marshyangdi-river/
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PRACTICE QUESTIONS Q. Marshyangdi River often mentioned in news is a tributary of which of the following river? A. Gandaki River B. Gomti River C. Yamuna River D. Kosi River
Answer A |
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