Jog Falls in Karnataka is located on which river?
a) Kaveri
b) Tungabhadra
c) Sharavathi
d) Krishna
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Answer: c) Sharavathi
Explanation
- Jog Falls (Gerosoppa Falls): Located in the Shivamogga district of Karnataka, Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River dropping 253 meters (830 feet) in a single plunge.
- Unique Feature: It is a segmented waterfall consisting of four distinct cascades known as Raja, Roarer, Rocket, and Rani.
- Power Generation: The water flow feeds the Mahatma Gandhi Hydroelectric Project, one of the earliest major hydroelectric projects in Karnataka.
Overview of Other Options
- a) Kaveri: Forms famous waterfalls such as Shivanasamudra Falls (Karnataka) and Hogenakkal Falls (Tamil Nadu).
- b) Tungabhadra: A major tributary of the Krishna River formed by the confluence of the Tunga and Bhadra rivers in Karnataka; known for the Tungabhadra Dam at Hosapete.
- d) Krishna: The second-longest east-flowing peninsular river, home to major projects like the Almatti Dam and Nagarjuna Sagar Dam.
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