Which of the following rivers flows through Madhya Pradesh?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Correct Answer is option 1 i.e. Betwa.
The Betwa River flows through Madhya Pradesh and is one of the important rivers in central India. It originates near Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh and flows northeast into Uttar Pradesh, eventually joining the Yamuna River. The Betwa is a seasonal river and plays a vital role in irrigation and water supply in the Bundelkhand region. It also features several dams and irrigation projects, including the Rajghat Dam. Its basin supports agriculture and livelihoods in the region.
Other options :
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Shyok: A tributary of the Indus River, flowing through Ladakh, not Madhya Pradesh.
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Bhima: Flows through Maharashtra and Karnataka; not in Madhya Pradesh.
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Sharda: Originates in the Himalayas and flows along the India-Nepal border, not through Madhya Pradesh.