The river Periyar gets pollution mainly from:

Correct answer: C. Chemical factories

  • A. Tanneries
  • B. Paper factories
  • C. Chemical factories
  • D. Sugar mills

Explanation

Industrial chemical discharges are a major source of pollution in the Periyar River, particularly from chemical industries in its basin. Tanneries, paper factories and sugar mills are not the principal source identified here.

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