The 'Tehri Dam' is built on the confluence of which two rivers? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Tehri Dam' is built on the confluence of which two rivers?
A. Ganga and Yamuna
B. Bhagirathi and Alaknanda
C. Alaknanda and Mandakini
D. Bhagirathi and Bhilangana
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Tehri Dam is situated in Uttarakhand at the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Bhilangana rivers. It is one of the highest rock-fill dams in the world.

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