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WBCS Main Examination 2023 — Paper IV: General Studies II · Question 90 of 200

Q90
Current Affairs & General KnowledgeImportant Days & Static GK
The Paithan (Jayakwadi) Hydro-electric project, completed with the help of Japan, is on the river—
  1. a.Godavari
  2. b.Narmada
  3. c.Cauvery
  4. d.Ganga

Answer: (A) Godavari

The Jayakwadi dam at Paithan in Aurangabad district, Maharashtra, is built on the Godavari, and its hydro-electric unit was set up with Japanese assistance. The Narmada, Cauvery and Ganga do not flow through Paithan.