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Geography GK · Q78

Indian Rivers, Lakes And Water

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 78

Q78

The river basin which is called 'Ruhr of India' is ________

A.
Damodar
Answer
B.
Hooghly
C.
Godavari
D.
Swarnarekha

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Damodar valley is called Ruhr of India because it is rich in minerals ,specifically coal, which led to the development of many industries in the valley region especially iron and steel industries.