Previous year MCQs

Indian Geography UPPSC 2018 GS-I
Question

Which of the following is the highest waterfall in India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Kunchikal fall

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kunchikal fall”.
Kunchikal Fall is the highest waterfall in India. It is located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka and has a height of 455 meters.

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