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The Amarkantaka Hill is the source of two rivers flowing in two different directions (West and East). They are

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Answer options

  1. Narmada and Tapti
  2. Narmada and Mahanadi
  3. Tapti and Betwa
  4. Tapti and Sone

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Narmada and Mahanadi

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. Narmada and Mahanadi šŸ“š Explanation: The Amarkantak Hill in Madhya Pradesh is a major watershed point where several rivers originate. The 'Narmada' flows westward into the Arabian Sea, while the 'Mahanadi' flows toward the east. This unique geography makes it a rare point where major rivers diverge in opposite directions. It is a significant site for both physical geography and religious pilgrimage in India.