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What is the correct sequence of the rivers Godavari, Mahanadi, Narmada, and Tapi in the descending order of their drainage basin?
A.
Godavari – Mahanadi – Narmada – Tapi
B.
Godavari – Narmada – Mahanadi – Tapi
C.
Narmada – Godavari – Tapi – Mahanadi
D.
Narmada – Tapi – Godavari – Mahanadi
Explanation :
The correct sequence of the rivers given in the option in the descending order of their drainage basin is Godavari (312,812 km²), Mahanadi (141,600 km²), Narmada (98,796 km²), Tapi (65,145 km²).