The Rihand Dam is built on which river? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Rihand Dam is built on which river?
A. Mahanadi
B. Godavari
C. Rihand
D. Son
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Rihand Dam is built on the Rihand River (a tributary of the Son) in Uttar Pradesh, creating the Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar.

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