GS PrelimsGeography (Indian physical environment)River System2008

On which one of the following rivers is the Tehri Hydropower Complex located?

Alaknanda

Bhagirathi

Dhauliganga

Mandakini

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The Tehri Hydropower Complex, including the Tehri Dam (one of the tallest in the world), is a major hydroelectric project. 2. It is located on the Bhagirathi River near Tehri in Uttarakhand, India. 3. The Bhagirathi is one of the two main headstreams of the Ganga River.

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