Which of the following rivers does NOT drain into the Bay of Bengal? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following rivers does NOT drain into the Bay of Bengal?
A. Krishna
B. Narmada
C. Godavari
D. Mahanadi
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Narmada River flows westwards and drains into the Arabian Sea. The Krishna, Godavari, and Mahanadi are east-flowing rivers that drain into the Bay of Bengal.[reference:34]

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