Which of the following is a major river in India that originates in the Western Ghats? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following is a major river in India that originates in the Western Ghats?

A. Kaveri

B. All of the above

C. Krishna

D. Godavari

Answer: Option B

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The Krishna, Godavari, and Kaveri rivers all originate in the Western Ghats. They are major east-flowing rivers of Peninsular India.

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Hussain Sagar Lake, which separates the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, was constructed in which year?

A. 1663

B. 1463

C. 1563

D. 1763

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Hussain Sagar Lake was constructed in 1563 by Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. It is an artificial lake that separates Hyderabad and Secunderabad.[reference:61]

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Which of the following is NOT a tributary of the Ganges River?

A. Son

B. Ghaghara

C. Godavari

D. Gandak

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Godavari is a major river in peninsular India and is not a tributary of the Ganges. The Ghaghara, Gandak, and Son are important tributaries of the Ganges.[reference:84]

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