Which river flows through the city of Surat in Gujarat?
a) Narmada
b) Tapti
c) Mahi
d) Sabarmati
Answer: b) Tapti
Explanation
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Tapti River (Tapi): The city of Surat is situated on the banks of the Tapti River, located just a few kilometers upstream from its mouth where it empties into the Gulf of Khambhat (Arabian Sea).
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Significance: Historically, Surat developed as a major port city and bustling commercial hub due to its strategic coastal location along the Tapti estuary.
Overview of Other Options
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a) Narmada: Flows further south through Bharuch before emptying into the Gulf of Khambhat; home to the Sardar Sarovar Dam.
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c) Mahi: Flows through Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan into northern Gujarat, discharging into the Gulf of Khambhat north of Surat.
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d) Sabarmati: Flows past the city of Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar before draining into the Gulf of Khambhat.
