Multiple choice general knowledge

India's Largest natural Earth dam is in

  1. Hokenekal

  2. Banasura sagar

  3. Damodar

  4. Hirakud
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Banasura Sagar Dam in Kerala is indeed considered India's largest earthen dam. Built across the Padmagiri tributary of the Kabini River, it's part of the Banasurasagar project and is the largest earthen dam in India and second largest in Asia. The dam is located in Wayanad district, Kerala, and is surrounded by scenic hills. Hirakud Dam is the longest dam in India but not the largest earthen dam.

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