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The massive Hirakud Dam is built across which river?

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

Answer options

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

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Mahanadi

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Mahanadi šŸ“š Explanation: The Hirakud Dam is a monumental multi-purpose river valley project located near Sambalpur in the state of Odisha. It is built entirely across the massive flow of the Mahanadi River. Constructed shortly after independence, it plays a vital role in extreme flood control, extensive irrigation, and heavy hydroelectric power generation for the region.