Question

Which of the following statements about the Tapi River are correct?

1. It flows through Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.

2. It originates from the Amarkantak Hills.

3. Ukai and Kakrappara are hydro projects on this river.

• A. 1 & 3
• B. 2 & 3
• C. 1 & 2
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 & 3

• Correct Answer: Option A) 1 & 3

• The Tapi (also spelled Tapti) River is one of the major west-flowing rivers of peninsular India. Let's analyze each statement:

• It flows through Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat - Correct

• The Tapi River originates in Madhya Pradesh, then flows through Maharashtra and finally through Gujarat before emptying into the Gulf of Khambhat (Arabian Sea).

• It originates from the Amarkantak Hills - Incorrect

• The Tapi River originates from Multai in the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh in the Satpura Range. The Amarkantak Hills are the source of the Narmada River, not the Tapi River.

• Ukai and Kakrappara are hydro projects on this river - Correct

• Ukai Dam (also known as Vallabh Sagar) is a major dam on the Tapi River located in Gujarat. Kakrapar Barrage is another water project on the Tapi River, located near Kakrapar in Gujarat.