Question
Download Solution PDFConsider the following information :
|
Waterfall |
Region |
River |
1. |
Dhuandhar |
Malwa |
Narmada |
2. |
Hundru |
Chota Nagpur |
Subarnarekha |
3. |
Gersoppa |
Western Ghats |
Netravati |
In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 1.
Key Points
- The Narmada River originates from the western flank of the Amarkantak plateau (not Malwa) and flows through a rift valley, bordered by the Satpura range to the south and the Vindhyan range to the north. Near Jabalpur district, it carves a scenic gorge through marble rocks and creates the stunning Dhuandhar waterfall. Hence, Pair 1 is incorrect.
- The Hundru Falls was created on the course of the Subarnarekha River. The falls is located on the Ranchi-Purulia Road on Chota Nagpur Plateau. Hence, Pair 2 is correct.
- Jog Falls, also known as Gersoppa Falls, is located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka. It is created by Sharavathi river rising in the Western Ghats. Hence, Pair 3 is incorrect.
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