The state of Malwa was situated on the high plateau between the rivers:
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Narmada and Tapti.
The state of Malwa, specifically the Malwa Plateau, is a significant geographical region in west-central India. While the Narmada and Tapti (Tapi) rivers are indeed crucial to the regional geography, the Malwa Plateau itself is primarily situated north of the Narmada River.
The Narmada River, flowing in a rift valley, generally separates the Malwa Plateau (part of the Central Highlands) from the Deccan Plateau to its south, which is where the Tapti River flows, roughly parallel to the Narmada. So, while both rivers are in the broader vicinity and influence the region, the Malwa plateau is not between them.