Which distributary of the Ganges has its source near Barakhada in Kushtia and is called the Madhumati downstream?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The Gorai-Madhumati River
- Step 1: The Gorai-Madhumati is one of the longest rivers in Bangladesh and a distributary of the Ganges, with its source near Barakhada, Kushtia Sadar, its upper reach called the Gorai and its downstream name Madhumati. Answer: The Gorai-Madhumati River. Why not the others: The Arial Khan-Kumar River, The Shitalakshya-Turag River and The Ichamati-Kalindi Channel don't fit.
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