OPSC OCS 2025 · Question 70 of 84

Which one of the following correctly describes the geographical behaviour of Bahuda, Vansadhara and Nagavali rivers? (2025)

Geography

AThey originate in Chhattisgarh and flow through Odisha to Andhra Pradesh
BThey originate in Odisha and terminate within the state
CThey originate in Odisha and flow into Andhra Pradesh before joining the Bay of BengalCorrect
DThey originate in Andhra Pradesh and flow into Odisha __________________________________________________________

Answer: C. They originate in Odisha and flow into Andhra Pradesh before joining the Bay of Bengal

Explanation

The Bahuda, Vansadhara, and Nagavali are rivers that originate in the Eastern Ghats region of southern Odisha. These rivers flow in a generally southward direction, crossing the state boundary into Andhra Pradesh before eventually draining into the Bay of Bengal.

Source: OPSC OCS Prelims 2025 GS Paper-I (Set D); answers per Apti Plus unofficial key

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