Geography PYQ 98 of 587 · Drainage System, River Cities, Waterfalls & Lakes · South Indian Rivers

Where is Amarkantak, the origin of the Son River, located?

  1. ARajmahal Hills
  2. BMahadev Hills
  3. CMakalu Range
  4. DMaikal Range

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Correct answer: (d) Maikal Range

Explanation

Amarkantak peak/hill, which is the source region of the Son River, is located in the Maikal Range. The Narmada River also originates from Amarkantak. The Vindhya Range lies to the north and the Satpura Range to the south. The Narmada flows through a rift valley situated between these two ranges.

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