The 'Tehri Dam', the highest dam in India, is built on which river? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Tehri Dam', the highest dam in India, is built on which river?

A. Ganga

B. Alaknanda

C. Yamuna

D. Bhagirathi

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Tehri Dam is located in Uttarakhand and is constructed on the Bhagirathi River, one of the two main headstreams of the Ganga.

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