Which of the following is the highest waterfall in India?

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  1. Jog fall
  2. Kunchikal fall
  3. Rakim Kund fall
  4. Kevti fall

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Option 2 : Kunchikal fall
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The correct answer is Kunchikal Falls.

Key Points

  • Kunchikal Falls is India's highest waterfall in India.
  • It is created by the Varahi river in the Shimoga district of Karnataka.
  • It is about 455 m in height.
  • It is the tiered, highest waterfall in India.

Additional Information

  • Jog Fall
    • Created by Sharavathi river
    • In Shimoga district, Karnataka
    • 253 m in height
    • It is a cascade-type waterfall
  • Rakim Kund Fall
    • It is situated in Bihar.
    • Created by Gayghat river, a tributary of Ausane river.
    • It is 168 m high.
  • Kevti Fall  
    • It is in the Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh.
    • It is created by the Mahana river, a tributary of the Tons river.
    • It is 98 m tall.
    • It is also spelt as Keoti Fall.
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