Lidder River notes rivers of jammu kashmir by home academy

 

Lidder River – Key Facts for Exams

Name and Origin

  • Name Origin: The name “Lidder” is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word “Lambodari”, meaning long-bellied one (referring to the river’s winding flow).

  • Source/Origin: Kolhoi Glacier near Sonmarg, in the Liddarwat area of the Himalayas, Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir.

Length

  • Approximate Length: 73 kilometers

Course/Flow

  • Flows through Pahalgam, Anantnag, and other scenic locations.

  • Joins the Jhelum River at Mirgund Khanabal (Anantnag).

Tributaries

  • Right Bank: East Lidder from Sheshnag Lake

  • Left Bank: Kolhoi Stream from Kolhoi Glacier


📌 Importance of Lidder River

  1. Tourism: Major attraction in Pahalgam – river rafting, angling (trout fishing), and scenic beauty.

  2. Hydroelectric Power: Supports small hydroelectric projects in the Anantnag region.

  3. Agriculture & Irrigation: Vital for irrigation in the Anantnag and adjacent regions.

  4. Biodiversity: Rich in fish species, especially brown and rainbow trout.

  5. Cultural Importance: Flows through important religious and pilgrimage routes like the Amarnath Yatra route.

  6. Glacial Origin: Indicates Himalayan glacial meltwater dependency—important for climate studies.


📘 MCQ Questions on Lidder River

1. The Lidder River originates from which glacier?

A) Siachen Glacier
B) Kolhoi Glacier
C) Zemu Glacier
D) Machoi Glacier
Answer: B) Kolhoi Glacier


2. The Lidder River is a tributary of which river?

A) Indus
B) Tawi
C) Jhelum
D) Chenab
Answer: C) Jhelum


3. Through which famous tourist town does the Lidder River flow?

A) Gulmarg
B) Sonmarg
C) Pahalgam
D) Kupwara
Answer: C) Pahalgam


4. What is the approximate length of the Lidder River?

A) 45 km
B) 73 km
C) 100 km
D) 150 km
Answer: B) 73 km


5. The Lidder River supports which activity the most?

A) Mining
B) Fishing
C) Textile production
D) Oil refining
Answer: B) Fishing



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