Which one amongst the following rivers flows through a rift valley? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which one amongst the following rivers flows through a rift valley?
A. Mahanadi
B. Tungabhadra
C. Krishna
D. Tapi
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Tapi (or Tapti) River, along with the Narmada, flows through a rift valley in central India. These rivers flow westwards into the Arabian Sea.[reference:6]

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