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Mettur dam is built on ______ river.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mahanadi
  2. Godavari
  3. Krishna
  4. Cauvery

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Cauvery

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. Cauvery šŸ“š Explanation: The Mettur Dam is one of the largest and oldest dams in India, built across the Cauvery river in the Salem district of Tamil Nadu. It was completed in 1934 and is a vital source of water for the region. The dam provides irrigation for a vast area of agricultural land and also generates hydroelectric power. The park and reservoir (Stanley Reservoir) associated with the dam are also major tourist attractions.