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The Chambal, Hindon and Tons rivers are tributaries of the river:

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

Answer options

  1. Yamuna
  2. Mahanadi
  3. Kaveri
  4. Tapi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Yamuna

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Yamuna. Chambal, Hindon, and Tons are important tributaries of the Yamuna River, which itself is the largest tributary of the Ganga. Chambal originates from Madhya Pradesh and is known for its deep ravines and badlands. Hindon flows entirely through western Uttar Pradesh, while the Tons, one of the largest tributaries, originates in Uttarakhand.