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UPSC PYQPrelims 2021

Civil Services Examination · Question 49

Which one of the following statements is correct?

  1. Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora river.
  2. Sanchi Stupa lies in the gorge of Chambal river.
  3. Pandu-lena Cave Shrines lie in the gorge of Narmada river.
  4. Amaravati Stupa lies in the gorge of Godavari river.
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Answer: (A) Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora river.

Explanation

Ajanta caves are cut into a horseshoe gorge of the Waghora river. Sanchi is near the Betwa, Pandu-lena is near Nashik (Godavari region), and Amaravati is on the Krishna.