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Which river forms the famous Gersoppa falls?

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

Answer options

  1. Cauvery
  2. Sharavati
  3. Narmada
  4. Godavari

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sharavati

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Sharavati. Gersoppa Falls, also known as Jog Falls, is one of the highest waterfalls in India, located in Karnataka’s Shimoga district on Sharavati River. The Sharavati River drops from a height of about 253 metres, creating four distinct cascades named Raja, Rani, Roarer, and Rocket. It is a major hydroelectric power site and a popular tourist attraction in the Western Ghats.