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Which river is associated with the ancient city of Dwarka?

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Option A (“Sabarmati”) is incorrect because it does not match the river basin, lake type, location, tributary relationship, project or hydrological feature specified in the question. Option C (“Narmada”) is incorrect because it does not match the river basin, lake type, location, tributary relationship, project or hydrological feature specified in the question. Option D (“Tapi”) is incorrect because it does not match the river basin, lake type, location, tributary relationship, project or hydrological feature specified in the question. The answer Gomti (Gujarat) matches the exact hydrological and locational clue. This question examines an important river-or-lake fact: “Which river is associated with the ancient city of Dwarka?” The correct answer is Gomti (Gujarat).

ASabarmati
BGomti (Gujarat)
CNarmada
DTapi
Correct Answer: Gomti (Gujarat)Your Answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option B — Gomti (Gujarat) Dwarka in Gujarat is associated with the local Gomti channel, which meets the Arabian Sea near the Dwarkadhish Temple and Gomti Ghat. This small coastal Gomti is distinct from the much larger Gomti River of Uttar Pradesh. - Option A — Sabarmati: The Sabarmati flows through Ahmedabad and enters the Gulf of Khambhat. - Option C — Narmada: The Narmada reaches the Arabian Sea near Bharuch through the Gulf of Khambhat. - Option D — Tapi: The Tapi flows past Surat and also enters the Gulf of Khambhat. Exam Takeaway: Dwarka is associated with the local Gomti at Gomti Ghat, not Uttar Pradesh’s Gomti.

Important Notes

  • Dwarka is located on the Saurashtra coast of Gujarat and is one of the four traditional Char Dham pilgrimage centres of India.
  • Gomti Ghat lies near the Dwarkadhish Temple, where the local Gomti channel meets the Arabian Sea.
  • Gomti of Dwarka should not be confused with the Gomti River of Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh river flows through Lucknow and joins the Ganga.
  • Sabarmati is associated with Ahmedabad, while Narmada is associated with Bharuch and Tapi with Surat. These city river pairs are common exam questions.
  • Dwarkadhish Temple is also known as Jagat Mandir. The coastal setting, Gomti Ghat and Krishna tradition distinguish Dwarka from inland river cities.

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