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SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 36

SSC CHSL - 17 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q36

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Which of the following rivers originates near Sihawa in Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, flows through Odisha, and eventually empties into the Bay of Bengal?

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Correct answer: A

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The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Mahanadi.

  • The Mahanadi river originates near Sihawa in the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh.
  • It flows through Odisha and eventually empties into the Bay of Bengal.
  • With a length of about 858 kilometers, Mahanadi is one of the major rivers in eastern India.
  • It plays a crucial role in the irrigation of Chhattisgarh and Odisha and is known for its water resources, particularly for agriculture.
  • The river’s basin supports a variety of flora and fauna, making it ecologically significant.
  • The Mahanadi is integral to the lives of millions living in its basin.