The 'Tehri Dam', the highest dam in India, is built on which river? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Tehri Dam', the highest dam in India, is built on which river?

A. Bhagirathi

B. Ganga

C. Yamuna

D. Alaknanda

Answer: Option A

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Tehri Dam is located in Uttarakhand and is constructed on the Bhagirathi River, one of the two main headstreams of the Ganga.

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