Which river forms the famous Grand Canyon of India at Gandikota?
a) Godavari
b) Pennar
c) Krishna
d) Cauvery
Answer: b) Pennar
Explanation
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Gandikota Gorge (Grand Canyon of India): Located in the Kadapa (YSR) district of Andhra Pradesh, the stunning gorge at Gandikota is carved by the Pennar River (also known as the Pinakini River).
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Geological Feature: Over millions of years, the relentless flow of the Pennar River has cut through the Erramala range of hills, creating deep, dramatic vertical red sandstone cliffs and gorges that resemble the famous Grand Canyon in the United States.
Overview of Other Options
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a) Godavari: The longest river in Peninsular India, flowing through Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
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c) Krishna: A major peninsular river flowing through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, famous for dams like Nagarjuna Sagar.
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d) Cauvery: A sacred southern river originating at Talakaveri in Karnataka, flowing through Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
