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Which Indian river is also called the 'Sorrow of Bihar'?

1. Kosi
2. Ganga
3. Son
4. Gandak

Correct answer: Kosi

Solution

The Kosi River is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' because it frequently causes devastating floods and changes its course. This has made it historically infamous in the region.

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